Unmanned Rapid Prototype Development, Experimentation and Demonstration
Abstract
The project implements a pioneering strategic approach to the development and introduction of innovative unmanned system (UxS) technologies to the fleet. The iterative rapid development cycle consists of: - the identification and prioritization of warfighting needs for unmanned warfare systems - the survey of existing the most promising technologies to satisfy the warfighting needs and to close capability gaps - the rapid prototyping and demonstration of mature technologies to address the highest priority warfighting needs to verify capability and military utility prior to transition to acquisition Prototyping and demonstration efforts exercise mature UxS technologies in operationally relevant environments to assess their operational utility and their ability to meet warfighter needs. Deliverables include actual integrated hardware/software prototype systems, CONOPS, requirements, test reports, technical data, and associated doctrine, organization, training, leadership and education, and personnel aspects necessary to support decision making. These decisions include the transition of technologies to acquisition, further refinement of the technology, or termination and reinvestment of remaining funds to other technologies that add military value. In addition, these efforts will enable the NR&DE to assess technical maturity of Innovative Naval Prototypes (INP) and other emerging technologies for efficient transition to acquisition through prototyping and demonstration. The project technology initiatives will deliver game-changing capability to meet warfighting needs and close capability gaps with unmanned systems on the ground, in the air, on the sea, and under the sea.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2018
- Source ID
- b9afab9141ba4f4d7c755128d42a7fe4