Underwater Systems
Abstract
This project provides for engineering and manufacturing development and operational systems development of small combat underwater submersibles and underwater support systems and equipment. This project also provides for pre-acquisition activities (materiel solutions analysis, advanced component development and prototypes) to respond to emergent requirements. These submersibles, systems, and equipment are used by Special Operations Forces (SOF) in the conduct of infiltration/extraction, hydrographic/inland reconnaissance, beach obstacle clearance, underwater ship attack, and other missions. The capabilities of the submersible systems and unique equipment provides small, highly trained forces the ability to successfully engage the enemy and conduct clandestine operations associated with SOF maritime missions. Sub-projects include: • Shallow Water Combat Submersible (SWCS) (previously Block 1): This project provides for the engineering, manufacturing, testing, and development of one Engineering Development Model (EDM) to replace the SEAL Delivery System (SDV). The EDM is being developed due to obsolescence of the SDV system. This project will utilize mature technologies, which include electric propulsion along with upgraded navigation, communication, and sensor suites. It also provides for integration efforts with the current Dry Deck Shelter and other diving technologies to meet SOF requirements. • Dry Combat Submersible (DCS): This project provides for the advanced engineering, manufacturing, testing, and development efforts for a SOF DCS System. Current efforts are using commercial dry submersible prototypes to assess submersible capabilities and reduce risk in the DCS program. The DCS is planned to operate from surface ships. Two commercially built dry submersible prototypes are being manufactured and tested, as well as evaluation of a third leased vehicle. Significant risk reduction initiatives were added in FY 2013 which allowed for validation of test processes, commercial classification processes, and the development of the SOCOM safety certification process which permits SEALs to operate the submersibles. In addition, the prototypes will be used to evaluate the capability enhancing technologies in a relevant environment. Technologies include, but are not limited to Safe Li-Ion batteries, silver zinc batteries, improved sonar systems, advanced battery management system, and a three-dimensional Electro Optical Infrared (EO/IR) Periscope. • Dry Deck Shelter (DDS) Modernization: This is an FY 2016 new start. This project provides for the pre-planned product improvements, testing, and integration of specialized underwater systems to meet the unique requirements of SOF, and compatibility with the submarine fleet. The current DDS is a certified diving system which attaches to modified host submarines that provides for insertion of SOF forces and platforms. Funding supports product improvements to the current DDS, as well as associated diver equipment for in-service submarine support systems, unmanned underwater vehicles, and follow on development efforts for future SOF payloads. • SOF Combat Diving: This is an FY 2016 new start. This project provides for the advanced engineering, manufacturing, testing, development and transition of SOF peculiar diving technologies for the SOF combat diver. Technologies include, but are not limited to commercial and developmental Underwater Breathing Apparatus (UBAs), diver thermal regulation systems, diver communication, tracking and monitoring systems, diver propulsion devices, diver auxiliary equipment and advance concept breathing mixture and procedure development.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2016
- Source ID
- S0417_1160483BB_7_0400_PB_2016
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- Root: Maritime Systems
- Child Accomplishment: SWCS
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