Common Robotic Controller
Abstract
The Robotic and Autonomous Command and Control effort (RAC2) (formerly Universal Robotic Control (URC)) is a software only program that is a critical capability for ground robotic vehicles: the Next Generation Combat Vehicle (NGCV), Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV), Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV), and unmanned aircraft vehicles: Short-Range Reconnaissance (SRR), and Long-Range Reconnaissance (LRR). RAC2 will provide the common information system for all Brigade and below Robotic and Autonomous Systems (RAS) Command and Control (C2). The RAC2 program meets the challenge of providing the C2 warfighting function to execute the US Army RAS Strategy in support of Multi-Domain Operations (MDO). RAC2 provides soldier and machine interfaces to establish and maintain positive C2 in all phases of combat and support operations, supported by a continuously developed software ecosystem. The capabilities of RAC2 provide a unified information system at the tactical edge enabling improved situational awareness and multi-domain maneuver. FY 2024 RDTE Base dollars in the amount of $7.678 million will be utilized in the Execution Phase of the Software Acquisition Pathway. This effort will execute the development of the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and the Minimum Viable Capability Release (MVCR) and Software Acquisition Pathway associated tasks. This phase will include deployment of iterative developed software to the operational environment, conducting value assessments with user community to mature capability requirements, and provide technical training.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- FG8_0605053A_5_2040_PB_2024
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