Soldier Robotics Systems
Abstract
Soldier Robotics Systems for Robotics Development (RD) improves robotic and autonomous program acquisition schedules by supporting the development of integrated and synchronized capability documents (e.g. JCIDS, Department Directed, etc.) and by maturing / transitioning technology. Activities include studies, assessments, and document development such as Technology Readiness Levels, Manufacturing Readiness Levels, Analysis of Alternatives / Letter of Sufficiency determinations, draft acquisition documents, and draft contract documents. Efforts include robotics and autonomous systems technology maturation / transition from Science & Technology (S&T) projects and Robotic Enhancement Program (REP) initiatives, Milestone Decision Documentation (MDD), and activities leading up to formal program initiation at Milestone B or C. The pre-acquisition activities conducted under this line intend to reduce acquisition cost, schedule, and performance risk by conducting market surveys, technical risk assessments, developing performance specifications, scopes of work, acquisition strategies, systems engineering plans, test and evaluation master plans, lifecycle sustainment plans, engaging in early test planning, and prototype development activities. This line is for robotic systems that are transported by vehicle and maneuver under their own power. FY 2019 RDTE funds enable support to capability development of the Common Robotics System (Vehicle), Common Robotic System (Light Reconnaissance) Robot (LRR) (CRS(LR)), Common Robotic System (Universal Controller) (CRS(UC)), Common Robotic System (Communication Link) (CRS(CL)), Common Robotic System (Mission Command/Artificial Intelligence) (CRS(MS/AI)), Render Safe - Sets, Kits and Outfits (RS-SKO), Enhanced Robotics Payload (ERP), Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN); small, pocket sized, airborne sensors, etc. Funds prepare these capabilities for entrance into the Defense Acquisition System (i.e. Milestone decision). FY 2019 RDTE funding also supports the Soldier Exoskeleton. The Exoskeleton amplifies the strength, endurance, and mobility of its operator, the Soldier. The Soldier Exoskeleton capabilities provide the Army with a deployable, personal tactical performance enhancer. Soldier Exoskeleton variants will be capable of operating in a wide range of environments, enhancing combat operations.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2019
- Source ID
- FD2_0604017A_4_2040_PB_2019
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