Base Camp Protection and Survivability Demonstration Program
Abstract
Base camps and other forward deployed operating bases are highly vulnerable to conventional and asymmetric/terrorist attacks. The frequency of attacks against Allied Forces during Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom indicate current and future force deployments face an increased probability of such attacks. The high casualty rates and disruption to operations emphasize the need for enhanced protection of deployed U.S. Forces. The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory (GSL), is executing a 6.3-funded Base Camp Protection/Survivability (BCP/S) Demonstration Program. The purpose of this demonstration is to provide rapid transition of 6.2-funded research products to the warfighter for enhanced protection of base camps and forward operating bases. This effort is divided into several thrust areas including protection of bed down areas, enhancements to entry control points, protective upgrades to conventional construction, improved protective positions/bunkers, decision aids for physical security sensors, and base camp protection planning and assessment software. The demonstration program is currently funded for execution in FY04-05. The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of the force protection products demonstrated and transitioned to the warfighter in the USA ERDC BCP/S Demonstration Program and their contribution to the defensive posture of deployed U.S. Forces.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 2004
- Accession Number
- ADA433011
Entities
People
- Bart Durst
- Pam Kinnebrew
Organizations
- Engineer Research and Development Center