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 of requirements and priorities for unmanned warfare systems - the survey of existing technologies for the most promising to satisfy the warfighting needs and to close capability gaps - the rapid prototyping and demonstration of the highest priority technologies to verify capability and military utility prior to transition to acquisition Prototype and demonstration efforts refine the innovative UxS technologies and their associated operational concepts through a series of progressive experiments (live-virtual-constructive, test ranges, and/or at-sea experiments) leveraging the in-house Naval Research and Development Establishment (NR&DE) infrastructure and Fleet experimentation venues. Deliverables include actual integrated hardware/software prototype systems, Concept of Operations (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 and support INP and other emerging technologies for efficient transition to acquisition through prototyping and experimentation. 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, 2017
- Source ID
- d4b520a2dc8278a6f822a2c0621dfb48