Unmanned Logistics System-Air (ULS-A)

Abstract

Previously funded JCTD. ULS-A supports the National Defense Strategy's focus on resilient agile logistics, advanced autonomous systems, and machine learning modernization. ULS-A will demonstrate the utility of unmanned aerial system (UAS) prototypes coupled with autonomous technologies to provide an organic, highly autonomous, aerial distribution capability that increases ground force agility, decreases individual carry loads, and allows the Joint Commanders to have ‘on-call’ control of mission essential and time-critical resupply. In FY 2020, ULS-A continued technical and operational testing on small and medium UASs and began testing of the large unmanned system. As a result of successful flight demonstrations, the USMC and Army have accelerated their acquisition of these vehicles. ULS-A will conduct flight demonstrations utilizing the large UAS configuration in support of live operational demonstrations, culminating in a military utility assessment (MUA).

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2022
Source ID
8f0210a5a487c6480ec8865108adcbac

Tags

Readers

  • Maritime Combat Support and Expeditionary Logistics.
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • AI & ML
  • AI & ML - Autonomous Systems
  • AI & ML - DoD AI Strategy
  • Autonomy
  • Autonomy - UAVs

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