Small Arms Fire Control
Abstract
Small Arms Fire Control (SAFC) is a requirement for optimized fire control devices to support Squad (S), Crew Served (CS) and Precision (P). SAFC shall increase the probability of hit and decrease time to engage across a range of small arms weapon systems, with a direct-view optic that allows for quicker and more accurate target detection and recognition. The SAFC shall utilize an open system of systems architecture comprised of modular components, to deliver current ground forces the initial increased core capability followed by increasing increments of capability over time as technology matures. Small Arms Fire Control will culminate in three configurations: a Small Arms Fire Control - Squad (SAFC-S), Small Arms Fire Control - Crew Served (SAFC-CS), and Small Arms Fire Control - Precision (SAFC-P). They may include technology such as variable magnification direct view (day) optics, atmospheric sensors, an overlaid digital display, weapon orientation sensor, range determination, ballistic computer, disturbed reticle, and networked lethality. There are also other associated fire control efforts being worked simultaneously to include Advanced Individual Handheld Binocular (AIHB), Advanced Fire Control with Precision Projectile Tracking, and Small Arms Fire Control for 40mm Low Velocity. FY2018 RDT&E funding in the amount of $20.117 million will award a contract and provide for Government and contractor support to initiate the Engineering and Manufacturing Development Phases for the two (2) Fire Control configurations ( SAFC-CS and SAFC-P). For all variants, FY2018 funding will be focused on contract award, initial design/early prototyping and bid sample testing. Other associated fire control efforts being worked simultaneously to include Multi-Spectral Imaging CROWS insertion, Advanced Individual Handheld Binocular (AIHB), Advanced Fire Control with Precision Projectile Tracking, and Small Arms Fire Control for 40mm Low Velocity.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2018
- Source ID
- FF2_0604601A_5_2040_PB_2018
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