Extreme Accuracy Tasked Ordnance (EXACTO)
Abstract
The objective of the Extreme Accuracy Tasked Ordnance (EXACTO) program is to revolutionize the Service sniper's ability to engage targets at long range, regardless of target motion or crosswinds, with previously unachievable accuracy. The EXACTO system is comprised of an advanced targeting optic, the first ever guided small caliber bullet, innovative guidance and control software, and a conventional sniper rifle. The EXACTO 50-caliber bullet and optical sighting technology will greatly extend the day and night ranges over current state-of-the-art sniper systems allowing sniper teams to engage tactically important moving (or accelerating) targets in high crosswind conditions such as those commonly found in Afghanistan. Current technology is extremely limited in its ability to compensate for high crosswinds, significant target motion, or target acceleration. EXACTO will not only dramatically improve sniper effectiveness, but also enhance troop safety by allowing greater shooter standoff range and reduce target engagement timelines. The EXACTO system combines a command guided bullet with a guidance control system capable of compensating for adverse environmental conditions and tracking mobile targets in real-time. The technology development plan includes risk reduction and system integration of all system components and will culminate in live fire testing of a prototype EXACTO system at a full spectrum of ranges, day/night, and environmental conditions, to fully validate system performance.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2012
- Source ID
- e9455303740fd5681a86faae76328d20
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