Targeted Prototyping for Increased Lethality and Survivability Focus Area
Abstract
This focus area leverages opportunities for collaboration to rapidly mature and demonstrate advanced weapon systems through targeted prototyping of key enabling technologies. Selected projects extend Service and Defense Agency investments partnering with U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), Service Rapid Capability Offices, Service laboratories, and other organizations that seek to mature technologies and future capabilities through near-term operational concepts. Example projects include dynamic data links for re-tasking and coordination of small munitions; new propellant formulations for extended range fire support; advanced materials to increase weapon system survivability; novel warhead designs to increase lethality; and low cost, extended range, swarming, loitering munitions. Through co-funding and invested transition partners, developed concepts will be rapidly deployed to assess utility and inform concepts of operation prior to initial operation, and to inform future acquisition programs.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2023
- Source ID
- ae329b99a2d4af5d944ef78853ebe4ac