Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD)
Abstract
JCTD funding is used to address near and mid-term CCMD and Joint Forces capability gaps. It provides a mechanism for DoD-wide prototyping and demonstration of game-changing technologies in operationally relevant environments. In FY 2016, the JCTD Program successfully completed the military utility assessment and transition of several JCTD prototypes that fielded affordable and sustainable solutions to meet immediate operational needs. Key values demonstrated by the JCTD program are: •Create a bridge from science and technology to operational use and formal acquisition. •Accelerate fielding of decisive technical capabilities while mitigating operational risk to the warfighter. •Leverage open architectures to enhance interoperability and promote affordability. •The JCTD program delivers capabilities far quicker than the traditional DoD planning, programming, budgeting, and execution (PPBE) process. Recent examples include: 1. The Advanced Weapons Enhanced by Submarine Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) against Mobile Targets (AWESUM) JCTD. The AWESUM JCTD developed a three inch diameter unmanned aerial system (UAS). The UAS is deployed from submarine countermeasure launchers. UAS control and sensor feeds are fully integrated into the submarine combat control system enabling rapid development of fire control solutions for torpedo and third party targeting, and battle damage assessment following engagements. AWESUM transitioned to U.S. Navy submarines in 2016. 2. In support of the Army Robotic Systems Joint Program Office, the Autonomous Mobility Applique Systems (AMAS) JCTD successfully developed, demonstrated and transitioned autonomous capabilities to the U.S. Army Route Clearance and Integration System Program of Record (PoR) that will be incorporated into existing Tactical Wheeled Vehicle (TWV) program of record. AMAS has completely changed the Army’s future ground robotics plans and requirements and will have a lasting impact on future ground autonomous programs through the application of lessons learned and capability from the AMAS JCTD. 3. The High Speed Container Delivery System (HSCDS) JCTD developed a parachute system to offload up to eight container delivery system bundles at an elevation of 250 feet and 250 knots from C-130J and C-17 aircraft. This has significantly improved the accuracy of existing delivery systems while providing increased safety for the aircraft and friendly ground forces. HSCDS transitioned to the Army’s Product Manager for Force Sustainment Systems, has been extensively used in Afghanistan and used to deliver humanitarian assistance to Yazidi people on Mount Sinjar, Iraq. MEASURABLE OUTCOMES: • JCTDs will demonstrate capability objectives within two to four years. • The JCTD program will continue to achieve high transition rates. In FY 2016, 88 percent of completed JCTDs successfully transitioned. Seven of sixteen completed JCTDs transitioned to a new or existing Program(s) of Record. Seven transitioned to fieldable-prototypes (residual capabilities) sustained by non-JCTD funds in direct support of operations in theater. Two were returned to the technology base for further analysis and/or future use.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2018
- Source ID
- P648_0603648D8Z_3_0400_PB_2018
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