SAFR Alternatives for Readiness Applied Research
Abstract
This Project will develop safer alternative technologies that enable Army readiness, support supply chain resilience, improve Soldier and worker safety and reduce environmental impacts, including reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The Project investigates alternatives for cross-cutting materials, undergoing or threatened by regulatory scrutiny, found in ground vehicles and all other types of Army weapon systems. Research areas of focus include alloys, ceramics, composites, textiles, maintenance fluids, propellants, explosives, and pyrotechnics. This work addresses increasing threats to readiness associated with carcinogenic, toxic, and restricted materials such as lead, beryllium, perchlorates, volatile organic compounds and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) (forever chemicals), which can diminish Soldier and community health, restrict training and interrupt critical maintenance activities. Future liabilities and risks are characterized early in the life cycle of material development to ensure truly sustainable alternatives. This Project also investigates, develops and designs technologies to allow Soldiers to rapidly prioritize risk for PFAS to enable informed, timely and cost-effective solutions. The cited work is consistent with the Army Modernization Strategy and provides enabling technologies in support of all Cross Functional Teams. Work in this Project is performed by the United States (U.S.) Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Laboratory, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD; the Armaments Center, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ; the Aviation and Missile Center, Huntsville, AL; the Soldier Center, Natick, MA; the Ground Vehicle Systems Center, Warren, MI; and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC). It is coordinated with the U.S. Army Futures Command. This Project complements and transitions technologies to Program Element (PE) 0603119A (Ground Advanced Technology) / Project DA2 (SAFR Alternatives for Readiness Advanced Tech).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- DA1_0602144A_2_2040_PB_2024
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