Life Cycle Pilot Process
Abstract
The Life Cycle Pilot Process Project supports the implementation of the Single Manager for Conventional Ammunition (SMCA) Industrial Base Strategic Plan through technology investigations, pilot prototyping, and industrial assessments. Purpose is to develop a knowledge base for modern, cost effective, environmentally safe, and secure Industrial Base processes and practices. This project addresses technology, producibility, cost refinement, and supply chain risks for JPEO Armaments & Ammunition portfolio. Project 859 divides into three thrust areas: Single Point Failures (SPFs); Life Cycle Cost Refinement; and Manufacturing Technology for Industrial Base Transformation. Respectively this project will mitigate supply chain and source of supply concerns; refine overall product and manufacturing costs; and assess and implement modern/ industry-standard manufacturing processes to the Industrial Base. FY2024 funding supports efforts to improve end item manufacturing costs; bridge technology transition between research and production; and assess improved security processes; evaluate alternative materials and processes to address supply chain risks and resiliency concerns. Specifically, resources will be directed to prove-out improved artillery explosive load operations, prove-out automated artillery propulsion operations, investigate improved waste treatment operations at government-owned contractor-operated facilities. Evaluate alternative Single Point Failure materials for close combat and large caliber munitions.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- 859_0605805A_6_2040_PB_2024
Related Documents
- Root: Munitions Standardization, Effectiveness and Safety
- Child Accomplishment: Life Cycle Cost Refinement
- Child Accomplishment: Single Point Failures (SPFs)
- Child Accomplishment: Manufacturing Technology for Industrial Base Transformation
- Child Accomplishment: SBIR/STTR Transfer