Technology Maturation Initiatives
Abstract
This Project funds the Technology Maturation Initiative, which matures and integrates component technologies into early system and sub-system experimental prototypes for demonstration in relevant environments and tactical/operational scenarios. The Technology Maturation Initiative takes emerging Science and Technology (S&T) products to a goal of Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7, integrating them into technology demonstrators and experimental prototypes that inform requirements and reduce the risk of technology insertion for future acquisition programs. This Initiative streamlines the development and insertion of mature technologies that support advanced ground systems; aviation systems; command, control, communication & reconnaissance systems and equipment; precision weapons; High Energy Laser (HEL) systems; and Soldier equipment. It provides the Army an improved mechanism for incorporating innovative technologies and advanced capabilities in the early stages of acquisition program planning, and more closely aligns high-priority S&T products and future Programs of Record. Army senior leadership approves Technology Maturation Initiative projects prior to budget year programming based on priority and opportunity, ensuring that demonstrations have a high potential for filling capability gaps and transitioning. Approved Technology Maturation Initiative projects are typically 2-4 years in duration and are budgeted under Projects AX4, AX5, AX6, AX7, AX8, AX9, AY1, AY2, and AY3. The cited work is consistent with the Under Secretary of Defense, Research and Engineering priority focus areas and the Army Modernization Strategy.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Source ID
- AX3_0604115A_4_2040_PB_2021
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