Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems: A Catalyst for Army Transformation

Abstract

If global force projection through rapid deployability is the Army Transformation vision, then Micro-electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS) are one of the key technological building blocks for the Objective Force. Size and weight are the fundamental characteristics that must be satisfied to create rapidly deploying forces. Versatility, transportability, and small sustainability footprints are the hallmarks of this next generation of platforms. Deployability is the key, deployability of the force, and deployability of its sustainment. MEMS technology will make this possible from two different perspectives. First, it is an enabling technology for the production of miniaturized components. Second, MEMS will be used in the component systems of the Future Combat Systems of the Objective Force. This Strategic Research Project is a survey of the potential applications where MEMS can contribute to size, weight and sustainment reductions, supporting the achievement of the Army Transformation vision.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 10, 2001
Accession Number
ADA390541

Entities

People

  • Stephen G. Bianco

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Sensors
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aircrafts
  • Ammunition
  • Control Systems
  • Detection
  • Detectors
  • Fire Control Systems
  • Inertial Measurement Units
  • Maintenance
  • Measurement
  • Micro-Machines
  • Microelectromechanical Systems
  • Munitions
  • Unexploded Ammunition
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Warning Systems
  • Weapons Effects

Readers

  • Integrated Circuit Design and Technology.
  • Maritime Combat Support and Expeditionary Logistics.

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics
  • Microelectronics - Microelectromechanical Systems