United States Marince Corps (USMC) M1A1 Laser Warning System (LWS) (Navy)
Abstract
A successful FCT will provide the United States Marine Corps (USMC) with a real time laser warning system for the M1A1 tank. This is a two year project under sponsorship of the FCT and Marine Corps Systems Command, Program Manager Tank Systems. Projected testing completion date will be FY 2012, with immediate procurement. The primary outputs and efficiencies to be demonstrated in the FCT are: (1) detect and characterizes laser threats under all weather and battlefield conditions; (2) provide 360 degree azimuth coverage and gives the tank crew the angle of arrival within +/- 1 degree; (3) increased survivability and save lives; and (4) avoid RDT&E and procurement costs of $5.500 million while providing a Return on Investment (ROI) of 15:1.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- 7d25c847dd38ea026b673ab9c3ecef51