Soldier Power
Abstract
Soldier and Small Unit Power Systems enable dismounted Soldiers and squads to execute their missions with significantly less battery weight and enable longer missions without a daily unit re-supply of batteries. These improved systems enable the warfighter to sustain themselves for extended mission duration in the most austere operating environments. An advanced, Integrated Soldier Power/Data System (ISPDS) provides the Soldier with a worn power/data capability that is significantly more efficient and lighter than carrying separate batteries for each device. Soldier and Small Unit Power systems address the power and energy capability gap created by the increase in mission essential, Soldier-portable power consumers, such as Situational Awareness (SA) displays, Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation, weapon sensors, and portable Soldier radios. This effort began as a Congressional add for development and system improvement for early fuel cell and battery technology and has developed into a line of power sources and solutions suited for not only the individual Soldier, but for the small unit as well. These power solutions include, but are not limited to, Soldier-worn power systems, integrated power vests, power management devices and small unit chargers/scavengers; all intended for use in the most austere operating environments. Soldier-portable power systems reduce the weight and logistical burden associated with moving fuel and primary (disposable) batteries across the conventional battlefield. By using renewable energy and power scavenging technology, Soldiers and small units are able to operate independently for longer durations without being tethered to a large generator, vehicle, or supply train. This effort supports the August 2013 Small Unit Power MDD, September 2013 Small Unit Power Capability Development Document (CDD), March 2011 Soldier Protection CDD, the December 2011 Operational Energy Initial Capabilities Document (ICD), the Army Chief of Staff's Squad: Foundation of the Decisive Force initiative, and the December 2011 Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) Operational Energy directives.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2015
- Source ID
- S65_0604827A_5_2040_PB_2015
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