RQ-11 Raven (MIP)

Abstract

The Small Unmanned Aircraft System (SUAS) provides the battalion and below ground maneuver elements critical situational awareness and enhance force protection. The system provides the small unit commander an organic and responsive tactical Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition capability through the ability to view real-time Full Motion Video and sensor data via the system ground control stations. Other compatible receivers, such as the One System Remote Video Terminal and appropriately equipped manned platforms may also receive the SUAS products. A SUAS includes three hand-launched aircraft that do not require an improved launch/recovery location. In addition to the aircraft, the system contains ground control equipment, which includes an interoperable hand controller. The equipment is fully transportable in or on rucksack type packs that are organic to the unit. The SUAS RDT&E budget line included funding for development of the Tactical Open Government Architecture (TOGA) hand controller. The September 2014 submission of $2,320k was increased by a below threshold reprogramming of $464k and an above threshold reprogramming of $3,200k for a total of $5,984k. TOGA enhancements will mitigate capability gaps by creating compatibility with current and future SUAS platforms and integration into tactical networks as required. These enhancements will decrease weight (tablet technology for an efficient form factor), efficient graphical interface, decrease cognitive load and support Windows 7 migration to meet Warfighter needs. Justification: No program funding in FY2016.

Document Details

• Document Type: Project
• Publication Date: Oct 01, 2016
• Source ID: RA7_0305232A_7_2040_PB_2016

Tags

Readers

• Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

• Autonomy
• Autonomy - UAVs