Army Science Board Ad Hoc Study on Technology for the Future Land Warrior.
Abstract
This report documents the results of a study to identify high payoff technologies programs to overcome technical and system barriers, and to recommend appropriate demonstration projects. Near term high payoff technologies identified include the squad radio, global positioning systems, a continuous, positive pressure NBC mask blower, the AIM light, and a leg brace for parachutists called LEAP (Lower Extremity Assistance for Parachutist). Longer term technology programs identified include location and target detection, combined arms integration, lightweight power, improved airdrop, NBC and individual equipment, and advanced medical/trauma care. A demonstration program is recommended for each of the longer term-programs as a means to evaluate trade-offs among various technical solution. The report concludes that technology for the Land Warrior is available. Recently completed programs demonstrated that the use of technology for the soldier profoundly improves individual and squad capabilities. Careful planning and testing is needed to procure the right mix of equipment for an adequate number of soldiers to enhance capabilities at a reasonable cost.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1994
- Accession Number
- ADA289367
Entities
People
- A. B. Montgomery
- Gerald D. Godden
- Louis C. Wagner Jr.
- Walter B. Laberge
Organizations
- Army Science Board