GPS-IU

Abstract

The Global Positioning System Interface Unit (GPS-IU) integrates GPS Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT) data into navigation, communications, and weapons systems on board the B-52. GPS-IU requires upgrading to incorporate any other GPS dependent capabilities on the B-52 platform. The upgrade will improve system reliability and address Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) issues on subcomponents of the GPS-IU. The modified GPS-IU will retain the existing functions and interfaces of the legacy GPS-IU, and provide additional interfaces to allow for future growth requirements. The B-52 fleet will also have the capability to carry additional GPS dependent weapons and targeting pods and increase processor throughput and memory capacity. Funds may be used to address requirements including, but not limited to, emerging and short-notice DMSMS for both aircraft and associated training systems, Development Testing (DT)/ Operational Testing (OT), and safety of flight issues. Additionally, funds may accommodate Program Management Administration (PMA) and support, civilian pay expenses, rapid technology insertion, and fulfill Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) or other mandates necessary to ensure continued aircrew safety and mission effectiveness. This program element may include necessary civilian pay expenses required to manage, execute, and deliver weapon system capability. The use of such program funds would be in addition to the civilian pay expenses budgeted in program element 0605827F, 0605828F, 0605829F, 0605831F, 0605832F, 0605833F, 0605898F, 0606398F. In FY22 0M was expended for civilian pay expenses in this program element, and in FY23 0M is forecasted for civilian pay expenses in this program element.

Document Details

• Document Type: Project
• Publication Date: Oct 01, 2024
• Source ID: 675055_0101113F_7_3600_PB_2024

Tags

Readers

• Civilian Systems Systems Program Capability Development and Upgrade Support Activity Expense and Pay Management.

Technology Areas

• Space