Congressional Adds
Abstract
MK48 Heavyweight Torpedo APB5+ enhancements are required to address CCS/MK48 pre and post launch interface issues which limit crew full implementation of the weapon and provide numerous capability enhancements requested and endorsed by the STRG. APB5+ modernizes the torpedo-to-CCS interface, improves Pk, increases platform safety, provides platform data decoupling the CCS/MK48 operational software interdependence, and would enable torpedo operational software (OPSW) updates while deployed through the CCS. APB5+ also corrects numerous HARs and provides new CCS/MK48 interface protocol (Ethernet over DDL.) Specific mods include the interlaced telemetry, iFENCE, TMA updates, ballistics in payload, new waypoints. Secondary affect will be to improve overall CCS/MK48 program alignment and/or efficiency. APB5+ will provide increased platform safety and will enable future payload-to-platform capabilities providing for full utilization of platform data to the weapon (as well as data from the weapon to the platform) with the cumulative effect of increasing Pk. APB5+ addresses safety HARs and modernizes the torpedo to weapon interface to enable more effective communications. APB5+ requires a corresponding Combat Control System modification to capabilities.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2017
- Source ID
- 9999_0205632N_7_1319_PB_2017
Related Documents
- Root: MK-48 ADCAP
- Child Cost Item: 7e58654a2cdcdc06a66371fe607d108e