Advanced Processing Build (APB)
Abstract
APB is a four Step process: Step 1 - algorithm/technology assessment by peer review panels of Subject Matter Experts (SME) to down-select technologies and assist developers with technical guidance. Step 2 - algorithm/technology testing with open and closed data sets to further down-select and refine capabilities prior to integration and testing. Step 3 - land-based system-level testing stimulated by the Submarine Multi-Mission Team Trainer (SMMTT), in a realistic tactical environment. Step 4 - at-sea testing on an operational submarine. APB requirements are generated by the Submarine Tactical Requirements Group (STRG), a group of senior post command officers chaired by the Flag Officer, Director of Undersea Warfare Development Center (UWDC). Requirements are vetted by COMSUBPAC and COMSUBFOR, then provided as direction by CNO, N97. PEO SUB provides Milestone Decision Authority (MDA) oversight and approval. Beginning in FY17, Steps 1 and 2 are conducted in a pipeline style, parallel to system integration and production. This makes Steps 1 and 2 independent of any particular Build (e.g APB-17) and allows for development of longer lead technologies. The content of a specific APB build (every two years on the odd year) is then determined through a series of discussions with the Fleet/STRG aimed at selecting the most relevant and mature technologies available in the APB pipeline. Integration at the String and System level is performed followed by Steps 3 and 4, as applicable, and transitioned to production.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2020
- Source ID
- d4cd64b7371318c5cd961426236b19e0