(U) COST: (Dollars in Thousands)
| PROJECT NUMBER & TITLE | FY 1996 ACTUAL | FY 1997 ESTIMATE | FY 1998 ESTIMATE | FY 1999 ESTIMATE | FY 2000 ESTIMATE | FY 2001 ESTIMATE | FY 2002 ESTIMATE | FY 2003 ESTIMATE | TO COMPLETE | TOTAL PROGRAM |
| C2223 Marine Corps Advanced Technology | 26,148 | 61,127 | 34,178 | 39,617 | 25,225 | 27,389 | 28,243 | 29,131 | CONT | CONT |
A. (U) MISSION DESCRIPTION AND BUDGET ITEM JUSTIFICATION: As the land warfare component of Naval Expeditionary Forces power projection, the Marine Corps has unique and technologically stressing requirements resulting form its' amphibious mission; Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) organizational structure; and reliance on maneuver, logistic sustainability, and intensive tempo of operations in diverse environments. Critical Marine Corps requirements being addressed in this program element (PE) are Reconnaissance Standoff Mine Detection for surf zone and ashore; Mine Neutralization; Advanced Infantry and Vehicle Mounted Weapon Systems; application of computer technology and advanced command and control architectures to Battlefield Electronic Support Systems and Command and Control systems; protection from, and tactical employment of, emerging directed energy weapons; and alternative electric very high power/low weight propulsion drive-trains and armor/armament for future vehicles. This is an ongoing program to develop and demonstrate advanced technologies and system concepts in a quasi-operational environment in the less-than-lethal target effect. Multiple transitions into the Demonstration/Validation phase are planned, as well as fieldable prototyping to reduce risk in Engineering and Manufacturing Development. Joint service efforts are in line with Science and Technology Project Reliance agreements and the Joint Chiefs of Staff Joint Warfare Capabilities. This also funds the Commandants' Warfighting Laboratory (CWL) in conceptual operational assessment of emerging technologies. Specifically this PE directly supports the following capabilities: to promptly engage regional forces in decisive combat on a global basis, and to respond to all other contingencies and missions in the full spectrum of combat capabilities, this PE primarily supports the goals and objectives of the Strike, Littoral Warfare and Surveillance Joint Mission Areas. This PE supports all of the Marine Corps mission areas.
(U) JUSTIFICATION FOR BUDGET ACTIVITY: This program is budgeted within the Advanced Technology Demonstration Budget Activity because it encompasses design, development, simulation, or experimental testing or prototype hardware to validate technological feasibility and utility, and reduce technological risk prior to initiation of a new acquisition program or transition to an ongoing acquisition program. Concepts of operations are validated by means of the "Sea Dragon" series of Warfighting Experiments.
(U) PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND PLANS:
1. (U) FY 1996 ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
(U) ($2,348) Off Route Smart Mine Clearance (ORSMC): Completed fabrication of system hardware. Finalized signature duplication and surrogate threat emulator efforts. Conducted DT/OT 0. Transitioned to PE 0603612M, Project C2104.
(U) ($3,688) Joint Advanced Mine Countermeasures (JAMC): Fabricate system prototype. Completed OT 0. Participating in joint Mine Countermeasures (MCM) Advanced Concept Technologies Demonstration (ACTD) with prototype hardware and modeling and simulation (M&S) products.
(U) ($2,935) Coastal Battlefield Reconnaissance (COBRA): Completed DT-0, initiated OT-O, and Milestone I documentation. Initiated Demonstration/Validation (DEM/VAL) phase documentation and type-A specification. Participating with hardware mounted on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, in joint MCM ACTD. Transitioned program to PM Management.
(U) ($1,116) Command and Control (C2) in the year 2000 (C2-2000): Completed MAGTF Command, Control, Communication, Computer, and Intelligence (C4I) system software conversion to the Global Command Control System Concept Of Employment. Provided technical support to CWL. Developed the capability to produce a "virtual" command post through the use of visualization software. Conducted capability demonstrations and transitioned results to applicable MAGTF Command Element (CE) C2 programs. This program transitioned to PE 0206626M, Marine Corps Command, Control, Communications Systems, Project C2150, MAGTF C4I, Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I).
(U) ($568) Joint Tactical Directed Energy Warfare (TDEW) Technology: Continued joint development of frequency agile laser protection and participated in Joint Service TDEW efforts.
(U) ($3,471) 21st Century Land Warrior (21CLW): Completed initial downsizing and integration efforts. Provided technical support to CWL. Conducted interim experiments with two to four systems, assessing achievement of technical goals and operational utility (joint with Army).
(U) ($2,000) Joint Integrated Electric Motor Drive (JIEMD): Completed fabrication and integration of testbed platforms featuring electric land propulsion drive, advanced digital control system, and lightweight plastic cooling components. Began testing and evaluation. This constitutes Phase I of a joint, ongoing program with the Army's Tank-Automotive Command (TACOM), Warren, Michigan. Completed conceptual design of future mobility systems and initiate preliminary designs.
(U) ($2,670) Joint Modeling and Simulation Technology: Developed Technologies to integrate live and virtual simulations in multiple environments. Constructive and virtual representations of dynamic environmental and human features defined at a level of resolution sufficient to depict individuals and squads. Developed technologies to support capabilities to train while deployed and to conduct mission planning and rehearsal.
(U) ($500) Advanced Light Weight Ground Weaponry (ALWGW): Continued to participate in the Objective Individual Combat Weapon (OICW) Program with the Army to fabricate and test early prototypes.
(U) ($1,000) Team Target Engagement Simulator (TTES): Completed system integration. Conducted assessments with advanced human interface technology of fire team and rifle squad. Adapt TTES technology to support virtual prototyping and the assessment of tactical value of the 21CLW and other advanced infantry technologies. Conducted DT 0 and plan Early Operational Assessment. Provided technical support to CWL.
(U) ($890) Advanced System Air Defense (ASAD): Transitioned Electronic Support Measures (ESM) sensor technology to the Program Manager for Air Defense for integration onto the Avenger air defense platform. Continued development of the passive acoustic sensor.
(U) ($966) Advanced Amphibious Logistics Demonstration: Demonstrated Recording and Tracking Technologies utilizing a family of radio frequency tags to provide in-transit/total asset visibility of supplies and
equipment for garrison and expeditionary operations.
(U) ($1,000) Integrated Combat Operations Center (ICOC) (formerly Joint C4I Technology): Initiated joint development of technologies to support streamlined command and control, enhanced situational awareness, and rapid decision making on future battlefields. These efforts involve multi-disciplinary technologies to include: psychological, biological, expert systems, and computer visualization and facilitation of high cognitive plane mental and intuitive processes. These technologies will lead to an increase in situational awareness and more rapid decision making by the Commander.
(U) ($461) Joint Tactical Communications Systems: Continued development to demonstrate the ability to construct a "wireless" command post ashore (joint with Army).
(U) ($1,000) Forward Observer/Forward Air Controller (FO/FAC): Completed OT 0 testing and demonstration. Completed system type-A specification and initiate transition to DEM/VAL. Provided technical support to CWL. Transitioned to PM Management as Target Location, Designation Handoff System (TLDHS)
(U) ($1,535) Completed the Commandant's Warfighting Laboratory's initial efforts at planning and preparing for the Hunter Warrior Advanced Warfighting Experiments (AWE).
2. (U) FY 1997 PLAN:
(U) ($3,378) C2 Imperative: Develops and demonstrate technologies and concepts for all MAGTF elements, with a focus on the CE. These demonstrations permit the rapid, accurate capture and dissemination of friendly and enemy essential elements of information, permitting greater situational awareness and control of forces. Also addresses reconnaissance, surveillance, target acquisition, and streamlined communications involved in C2 of supporting arms and units in amphibious/maneuver operations. Ongoing ATDs are: ICOC ATD, which will improve the joint interoperability of current and future MAGTF C4I systems by making them operable within the Global Command and Control System (GCCS) and enables intuitive decision making by the Commander in chaotic conditions; Joint Tactical Communications Systems, which expands the target acquisition communications capabilities of forward deployed ground forces and enhances the control of supporting fires to ensure first round destruction; Position Location Reporting System (PLRS), Downsized Master Station (DSMS) ATD, which enhances the mobility of fielded PLRS and expands the data communications capabilities by supporting a Hybird PLRS/EPLRS community.
(U) ($7,460) Maneuver Imperative: Develops and demonstrates technologies and concepts to enhance the Ground Combat Element (GCE's) abilities to locate, close with, and destroy the enemy and the CSSE's ability to provide logistics support. The principle objectives are to improve tactical mobility, survivability (including joint combat identification/Identification Friend or Foe (IFF)) and readiness in order to facilitate the Marine Corps-unique Operational Concept, (Operational Maneuver from the Sea (OMFTS). Major focus areas are: technologies for a family of future combat and tactical vehicles, incorporating electric armor, electric suspension, hybrid electric propulsion suites, and MCM, which encompasses mobility, low observables and survivability, develops technologies to detect mines, minefields, and countermeasure mines rapidly, at safe standoff and fully integrated with the GCE. Also addresses neutralization of advanced, hardened, and off/route, smart mines, regardless of fuzing. ATD's include: COBRA and Expeditionary Maneuver Technology.
(U) ($4,559) Firepower Imperative: Develops and demonstrates technologies to enhance Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition tasks for supporting arms (indirect fire and Close Air Support); fire control for direct fire and close combat; munitions lethality; weapon system performance; and unconventional target effects. Emphasis is on reducing the Marine combat load through innovative design and advanced materials while increasing his survivability through greater situational awareness and higher precision at longer range. ATD's include: Advanced Lightweight Ground Weapons and FO/FAC, as well as participation in joint efforts with the Army, e.g. Force 21 Land Warrior.
(U) ($2,710) Logistics Imperative: Develops and demonstrates technologies to enhance ability to provide combat service support to the MAGTF for both traditional and emerging OMFTS Amphibious Operations. Mission areas emphasized: Supply, which addresses an operationally reliable, cost effective warehousing system with in-transit/total asset visibility of supplies and equipment for platform design; Maintenance, which addresses reduction of down time on ground equipment through prognostics, mobile and seabased maintenance facilities; Transportation, which addresses improvements in cargo handling and transportation means available for ship-to-shore movement of supplies and equipment; reduction in tare and delivery time through improved packaging techniques and materials; Expeditionary Engineering, which addresses enhanced mobility, flexibility, and capability of deliberate engineer equipment available to expeditionary forces; Health Services, which addresses enhancement of capability through use of modular medical facilities; and a systematic approach called Advanced Amphibious Logistics Technology ATDs which will address all functions of Logistics, e.g. Supply Maintenance, Bulk Liquids, etc.
(U) ($2,993) Training and Education Imperative: Develops and demonstrates technologies to enhance the mental abilities of Marines to deal with battlefield uncertainty and chaos, to assimilate information rapidly enough to be decisive and completely enough to make the decisions good enough to win. The initial efforts will involve M&S in support of training (mission specific), wargaming, concept development, and analysis. The TTES ATD will transition to advanced prototyping. Emphasis is on entity development and environmental representation reflecting unique Marine Corps missions, organization, and equipment.
(U) ($36,043) Warfighting Experimentation Imperative: Provides the planning execution, and analysis to include equipment and personnel in support of the CWL in the implementation of the Sea Dragon experimentation process. The CWL serves as an integrating ground for new technologies, as the focal point for warfighting refinements, and as the critical engine to take the Marine Corps forward. The Five Year Experimentation Plan (FYEP) sets forth the vision and actions for the CWL and serves as the guideline for planing and experimentation. The first phase of the FYEP culminates in an Advanced Warfighting Experiment (AWE) named Hunter Warrior, which is conducted in two increments. First increment preparations began in FY 1996 and peak with the AWE in February/March 1997. Hunter Warrior's focus is on the extended, littoral battlefield, employing dispersed forces using an advanced command, control and coordination architecture; enhanced fires and targeting capabilities; and innovative Combat Service Support techniques. As the first increment emphasizes Marine forces, the second increment, the FY 1997 will give more emphasis to naval aspects in the same environment. Several Limited Objective Experiments (LOEs) will be conducted during FY 1997 in support of the AWE. While Hunter Warrior will broadly examine concepts, tactics, techniques, and technologies on the extended littoral battlefield, the LOEs will examine specific Battlefield Engagement Coordination techniques and technologies; non-lethal weapons employment techniques and effects; survivability; precision targeting; mobility; the use of aerial drones; and enhanced C4I. A Special purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force (Experimental) (SPMAGTF(X)) Command Element supported by Marine forces from First Marine Expeditionary Force (IMEF) has been formed to execute the AWE. This effort has been coordinated with Army, Air Force, and Navy to ensure compatibility and cross connectivity of programs and results. The AWE will be conducted on the West Coast at Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Pendleton, California and the Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center at Twenty-nine Palms, California.
(U) ($1,685) Shoulder-launched Multipurpose Assault Weapon (SMAW): Demonstrate advancements in the shoulder-launched weapon system technology that may extend SMAW's service life and its operational utility by reducing its firing signature and increasing its warhead lethality.
(U) ($936) Air Defense Alerting Device (ADAD): Conduct developmental and limited tests to assess ADAD's capability to meet USMC passive sensor requirements.
(U) ($1,363) Portion of extramural program reserved for Small Business Innovation Research assessment in accordance with U.S.C.638.
3. (U) FY 1998 PLAN:
(U) ($3,051) C2 Imperative: Continues to develop and demonstrate technologies and concepts for the elements of the MAGTF, with a focus on the CE. These demonstrations permit the rapid, accurate capture and dissemination of friendly and enemy essential elements of information, permitting greater situational awareness and control of forces. Also addresses reconnaissance, surveillance, target acquisition, and streamlined communications involved in C2 of supporting arms and units in amphibious/maneuver operations. Ongoing ATDs are: ICOC ATD, which will improve the joint interoperability of current and future MAGTF C4I systems by making them operable within the GCCS; and enables intuitive decision making by the Commander in chaotic conditions.
(U) ($5,728) Maneuver Imperative: Continues to develop and demonstrate technologies and concepts to enhance the GCE's abilities to locate, close with, and destroy the enemy and the CSSE's ability to provide logistics support. The principle objectives are to improve tactical mobility, survivability (including joint combat identification/IFF) and readiness in order to facilitate the Marine Corps-unique Operational Concept, (Operational Maneuver from the Sea (OMFTS)). Major focus areas are: technologies for a family of future tactical vehicles, incorporating electric armor, electric suspension, hybrid electric propulsion suites, and MCM, which encompasses mobility, low observables and survivability, develops technologies to detect mines, minefields, and countermeasure mines rapidly, at safe standoff and fully integrated with the GCE. Also addresses neutralization of advanced, hardened, and off/route, smart mines, regardless of fuzing. ATD's include: Joint Standoff Mine Detection System and Expeditionary Maneuver Technology, consisting of efforts in Recon/Surveillance and Future Light Armored Vehicle Technologies. The emphasis is on joint efforts with the Army and Defense Advanced Research Project Agency (DARPA). Transition COBRA program to DEM/VAL (PE 0603612M, Project C2106).
(U) ($566) Firepower Imperative: Continues to develop and demonstrate technologies to enhance Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition tasks for supporting arms (indirect fire and Close Air Support); fire control for direct fire and close combat. Terminate joint efforts with the Army, e.g. Force 21 Land Warrior and Objective Individual Combat Weapon.
(U) ($1,763) Logistics Imperative: Continue to develop and demonstrate technologies to enhance ability to provide combat service support to the MAGTF for both traditional and emerging OMFTS Amphibious Operations. Mission areas emphasized: Supply, which addresses an operationally reliable, cost effective warehousing system with in-transit/total asset visibility of supplies and equipment for platform design; Maintenance, which addresses reduction of down time on ground equipment through prognostics, mobile and seabased maintenance facilities; reduction in tare (weight) and delivery time through improved packaging techniques and materials, Expeditionary Engineering, which addresses enhanced mobility, flexibility and capability of deliberate engineer equipment available to expeditionary forces; Health Services, which addresses enhancement of capability through use of modular medical facilities; and a systematic approach called Advanced Amphibious Logistics Technology, ATDs will address all functions of Logistics.
(U) ($3,070) Training and Education Imperative: Develop and demonstrate technologies to enhance the mental abilities of Marines to deal with battlefield uncertainty and chaos, to assimilate information rapidly to be
decisive and completely to make the decisions good enough to win. The Team Tactical Engagement ATD will transition to the initial efforts which will involve M&S in support of training (mission specific), wargaming, concept development, and analysis. Emphasis is on entity development and environmental representation reflecting unique Marine Corps missions, organization, and equipment.
(U) ($20,000) Warfighting Experimentation Imperative: Continue to support the CWL in the implementation of the Sea Dragon process. Serving as the integrating ground for new technologies and as the focal point for warfighting refinements, the CWL will remain the critical engine to take the Marine Corps into the twenty-first century. FYDP sets forth the vision and actions for the CWL and serves as the guideline for planning and experimentation. The second phase of the FYEP is an AWE named Urban Warrior, focusing on the urban littoral environment. Preparations will begin in April 1997 and conclude with the AWE in May 1999. LOEs supporting the second phase will emphasize experiments that contribute to improving urban warfare capabilities, and culminating in the AWE. LOE areas of experimentation include: C4I; Non-lethal Weapon Systems (Employment, C2, and Development); Indirect Fires and Precision Targeting in the Urban Environment; Sensor (Employment, C2, and Development); Position Location; Mobility; and Unmanned Vehicles. All LOEs are closely tied to other service efforts including the Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) ACTD. Urban Warrior will test a full range of improved operational concepts, tactics, and technological developments. The SPAMGTF(X) CE supported by Marine forces from Second Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF) will execute the Urban Warrior exercise, using a state of the art MOUT facility at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. This AWE has three increments. The first increment consists of intensive training of an experimental platoon and several LOEs to determine validity of concepts. The second is the training of the SPMAGTF(X) and the third is the actual execution of the Urban Warrior AWE. These last two increments complete in FY 1999.
4. (U) FY 1999 PLAN:
(U) ($3,805) C2 Imperative: Continues to develop and demonstrate technologies to make decisions, communicate information and expand awareness in a high tempo, uncertain, and chaotic battlefield. The Expeditionary Integrated Combat Operations Center (EICOC) demonstrates a "build #1" prototype capability. The Joint Tactical Comm System demonstrates ultra-wide band secure communications. The Joint Information Warfare effort defines the technical approach and testing exit criteria.
(U) ($4,658) Maneuver Imperative: Continues to develop and demonstrate technologies that enhance tactical mobility. Survivability of platforms and minimizing the footprint ashore of Marine units. The Joint Stand-Off Mine Detection System develops a capability for day/night operation in the littoral area. The Expeditionary Maneuver Technology effort focuses on demonstrating a hybrid electric Reconnaissance Vehicle.
(U) ($1,711) Firepower Imperative: Demonstrate technologies to increase accuracy, range lethality, integration, and timeliness of direct, indirect, and close fires.
(U) ($2,580) Logistics Imperative: Continues to develop and demonstrate technologies that enable sea-based logistics, a tailored presence ashore (elimination and supply dumps) and reducing consumables. The Expeditionary Bulk liquids effort transitions to DEMVAL.
(U) ($2,013) Training and Education Imperative: Continues to develop and demonstrate technologies to enhance the cognitive and higher-order abilities of Marine Warfighters. Also will focus on integrating intelligent adversaries into the USMC Family of Mission Training Simulators.
(U) ($24,850) Warfighting Experimentation Imperative: Continue to support the CWL in the implementation of the Sea Dragon process. Serving as the integrating ground for new technologies and as the focal point for warfighting refinements, the CWL will remain the critical engine to take the Marine Corps into the twenty-first century. The FYEP sets forth the vision and actions for the CWL and serves as the guideline for planning and experimentation. The main effort will be the Urban Warrior AWE, conducted at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina in May/June 1999. The SPMAGTF (X) with subordinate elements, will be fully operational and complete training in preparation to execute the AWE. The Urban Warrior exercise will examine the capabilities necessary to conduct seabased military operations in the unique environment of the urban littoral. Operations Other Than War (OOTW) to Mid-Intensity level conflict will be the scenario of the AWE with objectives to include the ability to achieve battlespace dominance across the spectrum of a time, place, and duration of our choosing. This AWE is synchronized with the Army-led MOUT ACTD effort.
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B. (U) PROGRAM CHANGE SUMMARY:
FY 1996 FY 1997 FY 1998 FY 1999
(U) FY 1997 President's Budget: 24,973 20,712 24,357 25,296
(U) Adjustments from FY 1997 PRESBUDG: +$1,175 +$40,415 +$9,821 +$14,321
(U) FY 1998/1999 PRESBUDG Submit: 26,148 61,127 34,178 39,617
(U) CHANGE SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
(U) Funding: FY 1996 adjustments include (+$1,016) due to the new Sea Dragon series of Warfighting Experiments per Commandant's Planning Guidance, (-$132) for Jordanian F-16 financing rescission, and (+$291) for minor adjustments. FY 1997 adjustments include (+$37,800) due to new Sea Dragon series of Warfighting Experiments brought about by the Commandant's Planning Guidance and the continuing ATD effort for COBRA, (-$2,711) for Congressional Undistributed Reductions and (+$5,326) for internal USMC realignment. FY 1998 adjustments include (+$7,500) due to the new Sea Dragon series of Warfighting Experiments and a continuing ATD effort for COBRA, (+$2,446) for internal USMC realignment, (-$85) for inflation, and (-$40) for NWCF and minor adjustments. FY 1999 adjustments include (+$14,900) due to the new Sea Dragon series of Warfighting Experiments brought about by the Commandant's Planning Guidance and the continuing ATD effort for COBRA,(-$333) internal USMC realignment, (-$99) due to NWCF minor adjustments and (-$147) due to Inflation.
(U) Schedule: Not applicable.
(U) Technical: Not applicable.
C. (U) OTHER PROGRAM FUNDING SUMMARY: Not applicable.
(U) RELATED RDT&E:
(U) PE 0602618A (Ballistics Technology)
(U) PE 0603004A (Weapons and Munitions Advanced Technology)
(U) PE 0603005A (Combat Vehicle and Automotive Advanced Technology)
(U) PE 0603606A (Landmine Warfare and Barrier Advanced Technology
(U) PE 0603607A (Joint Service Small Arms Programs)
(U) PE 0603619A (Landmine Warfare and Barrier Advanced Demonstrations)
(U) PE 0603772A (Battlefield Force Integrations)
(U) PE 0604207A (STINGRAY)
(U) PE 0604710A (Night Vision Systems - Engineering Development)
(U) PE 0604806A (Chemical/Biological Defense Equipment - Engineering Development)
(U) PE 0604808A (Landmine Warfare and Barrier Engineering Development)
(U) PE 0602301E (Computing Systems and Communications Technology)
(U) PE 0602702E (Tactical Technology)
(U) PE 0603226E (Experimental Evaluation of Major Innovative Technologies)
(U) PE 0206623M (Marine Corps Ground/Supporting Arms Systems)
(U) PE 0602131M (Marine Corps Landing Force Technology)
(U) PE 0603612M (Marine Corps Mine/Countermeasures Systems)
(U) PE 0603635M (Marine Corps Ground Combat/Support System)
(U) PE 0604719M (Marine Command Control/Communications Systems (Advanced))
(U) PE 0204163N (Fleet Communications)
(U) PE 0602315N (Mine Countermeasures, Mining and Special Warfare Technology)
(U) PE 0603555N (Undersea Superiority Technology Demonstrations)
(U) PE 0603782N (Mine and Expeditionary Warfare Advanced Technology)
(U) PE 0603794N (Command, Control, Communications, Advanced Technology)
(U) This program is in compliance with Tri-Service Reliance Agreements.
D. (U) SCHEDULE PROFILE: Not applicable.