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AMRDEC Technology As It Pertains To the Global War on Terror 39th Annual Gun & Ammunition / Missiles & Rockets Conference & Exhibition Jason Gilliam US.

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1 AMRDEC Technology As It Pertains To the Global War on Terror 39th Annual Gun & Ammunition / Missiles & Rockets Conference & Exhibition Jason Gilliam US ARMY AMRDEC Systems & Warheads

2 Introduction Hellfire Mod-K Program Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) TOW Bunker Buster Hellfire Mod-K Program Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) TOW Bunker Buster AMRDEC Support of Global War on Terror

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4 HELLFIRE Mod-K Objective:Develop a Fragmentation Sleeve for Hellfire II Missile to Meet Urgent Operational Necessity Successful Fielding Resulted in Continuing Requests Development Concept –External Modification to Current Fielded Missile System –Ability to Modify Missiles and Containers in Field Locations –Minimize Logistics Impact –Ability to Ship Modified Missiles –Field in Four Months

5 Purpose of the Program Add An Anti-Personnel / Anti-Material Capability for Hellfire Missile System –Optimize Fragment Lethality Against Broad Range of Targets –Minimize Shaped Charge Performance Degradation –Meet Urgent Operational Necessity –Mission Capable – Limited Qualification

6 Elements of Design Sleeve Design –Attachment / Hinge –Fragment Size and Material –Internal Scoring –Adhesive –Missile Integration Adapt Shipping Container to Accommodate Missile Sleeve

7 Mod-K Fragment Sleeve Comparison of Baseline Missile & Steel Sleeve Fragmentation Baseline Hellfire II

8 Mod-K Fragment Sleeve Comparison of Baseline Missile & Steel Sleeve Fragmentation Baseline Hellfire II

9 SUV Door Penetration Multiple External Perforations Several Internal Perforations

10 Flight Test Results No Launch Rail Interference Aerodynamics Proven Flight Stability Proven Hit Accuracy Not Compromised

11 Mod-K Conclusions Significant Increase in Number of Lethal Fragments Provides Capability Against Personnel and Light Vehicle Targets Sleeve Design Has Minimal Effect on RHA Penetration Fragment Sleeve Expands the Role of HF Missile for Targets of Opportunity

12 Block I: Precision Guidance for 2.75” rockets Block II: Warhead & Fuze Development

13 Develop, flight demonstrate, and integrate onto the AH-64 APACHE a low cost, accurate 2.75 inch guided rocket that provides a standoff range surgical strike capability against specified soft point targets. Supports APKWS SDD Start Provides precision strike capability to HYDRA-70 rockets MNS APPROVED 02/96 ORD APPROVED 03/00 Hydra-70 range HELLFIRE-like accuracy Reduced fratricide Enhanced survivability Reduced cost/kill Increased stowed kills Reduced collateral damage Minimize platform mods Current logistics (1-6Km) (~1m) (accuracy) (standoff) (2x to 4x) (4x to 20x) (>2x) (screw-on kit) Requirements Summary BLOCK I OBJECTIVES

14 Expanded Target Set Truck MANPADS MOUT / N on -H ardened F ield S tructures IFV

15 TECHNICAL APPROACH Semi-Active Laser (SAL) Lock On After Launch (LOAL) Engagement of individual targets with high probability of single shot hit requires terminal or command to line-of-sight guidance. Low signature targets embedded in complex, cluttered environments can only be reliably engaged through visual acquisition & operator designation. Semi-Active Laser (SAL) Lock On After Launch (LOAL) Engagement of individual targets with high probability of single shot hit requires terminal or command to line-of-sight guidance. Low signature targets embedded in complex, cluttered environments can only be reliably engaged through visual acquisition & operator designation. M423 FuzeM151 10lb HE Warhead BASELINE HYDRA-70 ROCKET SAL Laser Seekers Inbedded in Delta Wing Guidance Section MK66 Mod IV Rocket Motor Provides precision strike capability to HYDRA-70 rockets

16 Proposed APKWS Block II Objectives Insensitive Munition Compliance Is Main Focus Improved Warhead and Fuze Lethality Improved MIL-STD 1316 Fuze Program Ends in FY05 with TRL 6 Prototype Designs and Supporting Test Data Low Risk Transition to APKWS Block II SDD in FY06 Insensitive Munition Compliance Is Main Focus Improved Warhead and Fuze Lethality Improved MIL-STD 1316 Fuze Program Ends in FY05 with TRL 6 Prototype Designs and Supporting Test Data Low Risk Transition to APKWS Block II SDD in FY06 Integrate Technologies to Replace the Current M151 and M423

17 M151 Warhead Description Point Detonating Fuze Comp B Explosive Cast Iron Current Design Designed 40 Years Ago 65% of Fragments less than 5 grains Narrow Spray of Fragments Impact Fuze Potential Improvements Improved Fragmentation More Efficient Case Shape Enhance Blast Explosives Delay Fuzing for MOUT Targets

18 Least Efficient Most Efficient Least Cost Most Cost Fragmentation Technology Efficient Mass/Energy Optimized Lethality, More Cost Efficient Mass/Energy Optimized Lethality, More Cost Less Wasted Mass/Energy Improved Lethality, Low Cost Less Wasted Mass/Energy Improved Lethality, Low Cost Wasted Mass/Energy Preformed Fragmentation Embossed Fragmentation Natural Fragmentation Tungsten fragments Pearson or V-Notch Scoring M151 Warhead Optimization Balances Cost and Performance

19 Effects of Enhanced Blast We Want to Manage the Energy Release of the Explosive in Order to Maximize the Blast Impulse and Temperature Flux Many Structures Survive High Load, Short Duration, Blast Pressures Increased Impulse (Pressure Over Time) Causes Greater Damage

20 Features of the APKWS Block II Fuze Integrated Development With Block II Warhead Meet Applicable Safety Standards (i.e., Dual Safe) Fuze May Include These Modes: Point Detonating Delay Detonating Proximity Function Integrated Development With Block II Warhead Meet Applicable Safety Standards (i.e., Dual Safe) Fuze May Include These Modes: Point Detonating Delay Detonating Proximity Function Lethality Drives the Fuze Requirement

21 Design for IM Enhanced Fragmentation Enhanced Blast Dual Safe Fuze Design for IM Enhanced Fragmentation Enhanced Blast Dual Safe Fuze APKWS Block II Warhead and Fuze Program Will Provide the Capability to Defeat the Current and Evolving Threat Next Step: APKWS Program Summary

22 Objective:Provide Stryker ATGM with capability to breach masonry walls and defeat bunkers until Mobile Gun System becomes available. TOW Bunker Buster 500 Missiles Delivered on Schedule and Within Budget Systems & Warheads Led Effort –12 Months R&D –3 Months Production Development Concept –Designed Warhead –Missile Integration/ Retrofit –Warhead and Missile Test –Hardware Fabrication –Developed TDP –Led Production Effort

23 TOW BB Warhead Conduit Cover Warhead, Explosive Filled Pad, Seal Plate, Seal (welded) Forward Skin Booster Pellet Delay Assy Aft Ring Insulator Ring Compression Pad S&A (M114) Insulator Disc Scuff Pads Crush Switch Assy

24 TOW Bunker Buster Thermobaric Variant Potential Opportunity Major Accomplishments Designed HE Bulk Charge Warhead Designed Fuze Delay Assembly Designed HE Bulk Charge Warhead Designed Fuze Delay Assembly Integration Resulted in Negligible Effects on Flight Performance Testing and Qualification Production Completed by May 03 Integration Resulted in Negligible Effects on Flight Performance Testing and Qualification Production Completed by May 03 2Q FY02 3Q FY02 4Q FY02 1Q FY03 2Q FY03 Arena #1 Arena #2 Arena #3 Arena #4 Preliminary Design Review Critical Design Review Final Design Final Design Flight Testing Qual Testing Initial Design Static/Flight Testing PRODUCTION

25 TOW Bunker Buster – Wall Engagement

26 TOW Bunker Buster – Building Engagement

27 TOW Bunker Buster Program Summary Quick Reaction Program - 12 Months R&D - 3 Months Limited Production at Army Depot Currently Fielded for Stryker Brigade - 500 Missiles Primary Mission to Support MOUT Wall Breaching

28 AMRDEC Support to Global War On Terror Expertise With Army Precision Guided Missiles Enables Quick Reaction Modifications to Support Unique and Urgent Mission Requirements Prototype and Limited Production Capability Working Relationship with All Missile Prime Contractors and Other Stakeholders

29 TOW Bunker Buster – Bunker Engagement


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