Mine Countermeasures
The FY04 objectives for the development of advanced combat systems focus on reducing timelines and minimizing manned operations. Key initiatives include the establishment of a system of systems requirements, accelerating assault breaching capabilities, and reassessing force structure needs. Emphasizing modular payloads and open architecture, the plan aims to enhance multi-mission capabilities and optimize ship self-defense while minimizing personnel risk. The integration of commercial-off-the-shelf technology and net-centric nodes will support 24/7 communication and data analysis for effective warfare command.
Mine Countermeasures
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Mine Countermeasures • AT&L has FY04 responsibility for development • Strategic Vision • Reduce timelines • Minimize / eliminate manned operations • FY04 Objectives • Field organic systems • Accelerate assault breaching capability • Establish system of systems requirements • Re-assess force structure requirements • Plan spiral development for capabilities
LCS Development & Acquisition • Modular Payload / Mission • Open Architecture • Plug and Play combat system • Opportunity for future technology insertion • Commercial-Off-The-Shelf • Affordable technology insertion • Combat system / Unmanned systems • Off-Board Systems • Common launch interface • Minimize personnel risk • Optimize ship self defense • Cascading Modularity / Commonality • Maximize multi-mission capability
LCS Development & Acquisition Net-Centric Node • Common undersea picture • Warfare commander to fuse and analyze data • 24/7 communications • Sea Trials • Validate and quantify new technologies before initiating development • Spiral Development • Early initial operational capability • Improved capability through technology insertion