US Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal

Enabling Access Enabling Access

The Acquisition Perspective

CDR Scott StuartPMS-EOD

Mine Warfare Association Spring MeetingMay 2005

EOD MissionEOD Mission

EOD FUNCTIONSEOD FUNCTIONS

DETECT/LOCATEACCESSIDENTIFYRENDER SAFERECOVER/EXPLOITDISPOSE

EOD THREAT AREASEOD THREAT AREAS

CONVENTIONAL ORDNANCE:• SURFACE/AIR • UNDERWATER • CHEMICAL/BIOLOGICAL • NUCLEAR

UNCONVENTIONAL DEVICES:• IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE

DEVICES• WMD (CHEM/BIO/NUCLEAR)

ELIMINATE THE HAZARDS FROM UNEXPLODED ORDNANCE (UXO) WHICH JEOPARDIZE OPERATIONS IN SUPPORT OF THE NATIONAL SECURITY STRATEGY

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICE EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSALEXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL

(PMS(PMS--EOD)EOD)

PMS-EOD Provides Life Cycle Management of:• Joint Service EOD Programs• Underwater EOD Programs

- Divers, Marine Mammal Programs, UUVs

Responsibilities include Budgeting, Development, In-service Engineering, and Operation and Maintenance Support

The EOD Mission Requires Specialized Systems and Equipment for:• Low Visible Operations• Low Signature (Magnetic and Acoustic)• Operation in Harsh Environments • Small, Mobile Deployed EOD Forces

Bottom line:Bottom line:EOD Forces have a “tool bag” approach to their missions.

Our job is to keep the tool bag relevant and supported.

The EOD Underwater UXO “The EOD Underwater UXO “ToolbagToolbag””Tactical Integration of Small UUVs with Diver & MMS Forces

EOD & VSW DIVER

MCM MARINE MAMMALSYSTEMS

Tactically integrate affordable, small UUV systems into the VSW & EOD toolbags to:• Improve effectiveness and

efficiency• Sustain “small team”

concept in spite of proliferating UXO threats

• Reduce risk to divers

NSCT-1 UUV SystemSearch-Classify-Map (S-C-M)

Program InformationCategory: Abbreviated Acquisition Program Program Description: • Multi- generation system capable of performing low-visible,

exploration and reconnaissance in support of amphibious landing,mine countermeasures operations, and hydrographic mapping in the VSW zone (10-40 FSW) and the seaward approaches

• Small (2-person portable), RHIB deployable• Sub-tasks to reduce diver/marine mammal system hazards• Deliverable via multiple platforms (e.g., CRRC, COOP)

• 2nd Generation incorporates GPS and modular low light camera

Program ScheduleProgram Manager Assessment• Key acquisition strategy tenets enabled by ONR FNCs and User

Operational Evaluation System approach• MK 18 MOD 0 Underwater Vehicle System (SCULPIN) – [1st Gen

S-C-M System] delivered (Sole source contract)• Preliminary Operational Capability enabled fielding of Fleet

system 2 years prior to original program of record schedule• SCULPIN has been upgraded to enable diver and MMS

interoperability, multi-vehicle operations and enhanced communications

• 2nd Gen system currently undergoing RCT&E- Competitive procurement- On-schedule for IOC

• Inventory Objective: 3 systems

Hydroid, Inc. (REMUS)

Bluefin (SeaLion)

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07

Event

Fleet Deliveries

Testing

Hydroid Bluefin

2nd Gen IOC

FOC

2ND Gen ProductionDecision

VendorDown-select

ProductionDeliveries

ContractAward

2nd Gen PrototypeDelivery

RequirementsCompliance

Testing

POC Delivery

NSCT-1 UUV SystemReacquisition-Identification (R-I)

Program InformationCategory: Abbreviated Acquisition ProgramProgram Description:

• Enhance S-C-M Small UUV capability through integration of object reacquisition and identification sensors.

• Remain Small (2-person portable)• Interoperable with S-C-M UUV, MK 8 MMS and UIS• Mine Reacquisition, Limited Area Search, Mine Identification• Low unit cost such that inadvertent loss is not catastrophic• Formal MIW Tactics to address non-optic based mine

identification

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Program Schedule

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08

Program Manager Assessment• FBE’s, M-HLS Ex’s and ongoing efforts within ONR

Future Naval Capabilities programs are improving available low-risk sensor options

• Strategy is to execute as product improvement program to first generation S-C-M UUV. (Cost and Performance benefits appear to support this approach)

• UOES will be used to validate & refine requirements and tactics

• Preliminary operator feedback: Low light level CCD camera and high freq SSS images to allow mine ID

• Inventory Objective: 3 systems

Event

Deliveries

Testing

ExecuteECP

IOC FOCProgram Initiation

UOESDeliveries

ProductionDecision

IOC/FOC Delivery

UOES & TTP

RCT&E(Including FCT)

UOESContract

FCTDeliveries

FCT Decision Point

Mine/UXO?

Non-Mine/Non-UXO

Search-Classify-Map / Reacquire-ID

Hull FixtureSearch-Classify-Map

Reacquire-ID

Transponder 2LaunchRecover

Survey Area

Transponder 1

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NSCT-1 UUV SystemNeutralization

• System Description:• Perform low visible neutralization of previously identified bottom targets in the VSW zone• Program is platform (not charge or firing train)• Vehicles will be 2-person portable• UUV-Ns will transit to pre-programmed positions of previously reported and precisely

mapped mines to deliver neutralization charge• Proposed ACAT IVT• AoA Completed – Jun 2004

• OPNAV approved Final Report Feb 05

• AoA Recommendations• Swimming “torpedo” platforms• Hovering platforms• Crawler platform

• The Alternative Systems Review (ASR) provided sufficient information on the concepts identified in the AoA Study to determine the preferred approach for the 1st Generation UUV-N

• Swimming “torpedo” platform • SEAFOX Demonstration

GPS

Sensor

Charge

Capture Clamp

Expendable Homing Vehicle

Non-Expendable / Expendable Bottom Crawlers

Non-Expendable

Hovering Vehicle

Supply Canister

ActuatorDispenser

Charges

EOD UUV’s

• Search and investigate ship hulls, piers, and harbors underwater for UXO objects

• Under Hull/Pier Search Capability Will Be Next Increment In A Spiral Development Strategy of R-I UUV

• AoA Final Report Approved May 04

• AoA Recommended Two System Approach:

• Bottom UUV Localization System (BULS)Harbors and Open Areas

• Hull UUV Localization System (HULS)Hulls, Piers, and Pilings

• Fleet UOES MOAs signed by Fleet in August 04• UOES ROVs are being upgraded with Hull Search Sonar

& Nav

Conclusion: “No single UUV is likely to satisfy the full range of requirements.”

EOD UUV ProgramBottom UUV Localization System (BULS)

Program InformationCategory: Abbreviated Acquisition Program Program Description: • Bottom Search & Localization Capability will be Next

Increment in a Spiral Development Strategy of S-C-M UUV• Multi-generation system capable of performing low-visible,

exploration and reconnaissance in support of EOD missions, including mine countermeasures operations, 10 to 300 FSW.

• Small (2-person portable), RHIB deployable• Low unit cost such that inadvertent loss is not mission catastrophic• Sub-tasks to evolve to more complex capabilities, i.e. in-place

neutralization, detailed intel gathering, chem/bio detection • Deliverable via multiple platforms (e.g., CRRC, COOP)

Program ScheduleProgram Manager Assessment• Key acquisition strategy tenets enabled by ONR initiatives and

User Operational Evaluation System (UOES) approach• UOES UUV prototypes being upgraded to more capable

configurations:- Dual Frequency SSS, Enhanced Nav (GPS, INS, USBL)- Low Light Level CCD Camera- Enhanced Communications

• TT&P development with MDSU 2 and EODMU 7• Integration with M-HLD exercises and NURC demonstrations

leverages non-USN and NATO engagement for integrated tactics• Acquisition strategy is intended to rapidly field UUV capability• Inventory Objective: 7 systems

Hydroid, Inc. (REMUS)

Bluefin (SeaLion)

FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11

Event

Deliveries

Testing

POC Midpoint Assessment IOC FOC

2nd Gen & 3rd

ContractAward(BULS

Modules)Program Initiation

UOES (Fleet Eval)

UOES Deliveries

2nd & 3rd Gen RequirementsCompliance

Testing

Exercise Contract Option(POC)

1st Gen BULS(POC)

2nd Gen BULS(IOC)

1st Gen RCT&E

3rd Gen BULS(FOC)

Spiral CIP

EOD UUV ProgramHull UUV Localization System (HULS)

• Assemble a search team• Tag out intakes, screws, sonars, etc.• Coordination with other ships• Conduct hull search

RESPONSE TIME IS THE ISSUE

COMMON DIVER CHALLENGES:• Poor visibility• Disorientation• Tending line entanglement• Hazardous conditions• Confined spaces

MK 15 MOD 0Underwater Imaging System (UIS)

Program InformationCategory: Abbreviated Acquisition ProgramProgram Description: • Diver-held sonar with precise navigation for MCM

operations.• Has ability to record and display mission data.• Replaces AN/PQS-2A Hand Held Sonar.

Program Manager Assessment

• Fielding Plan in place with user• First 6 IOC systems delivered to Fleet Jan 05• IOC moved from Apr 05 to Jun 05 to address

Quality Assurance issues• No change to FOC 4QFY06• SBIR battery proposal proceeding to Phase II• Inventory Objective: 222

Program ScheduleFY99 FY00 FY01 FY02 FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06

Event

Deliveries

Testing

Program Initiation

Design Review

FEU Testing

Fleet Evaluation

ProductionDecision

Contract

FirstArticles

Production Deliveries

Demo / Test

IOC FOC

MK 15 MOD 0 UIS PIPDiver Visual Information System (DVIS)

Program Information

Category: Product Improvement ProgramProgram Description: • Alternate UIS display viewable in 0 to 2 feet

visibility.• Interoperable with MK48 Full Face Mask and MK

16 MOD 1 UBA (primary/secondary displays)• COTS micro-display and optics in ruggedized

waterproof housing.

Program Manager Assessment• Produce limited production quantities to

support UIS IOC (36 systems)

• 14 DVIS May 05

• 16 DVIS Jun 05

• 10 DVIS Jul 05

• Amend UIS Drawing Package Apr 05

• Inventory Objective: 222

Program ScheduleFY01 FY02 FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07

Event

Deliveries

Testing

Establish PIP

ONR Tech Demo Proto Tests

Mid-point Decision

DT

Fleet Eval

CCB

Contract

First Articles

Production Deliveries

MK 12 AFS PIP AFD / AFCT / HVEBC

Program Manager Assessment• NSWC CRANE (ISEA) partnership with PMS-

EOD for PIP• Improves AFCT Electronics Unit to program

AFDs acoustically, reducing life-cycle cost.• Optimize early operator input for human systems

integration.• Removes requirement for electric blasting cap

initiation, improving safety.• Inventory Objective: 1500 (IDIQ)

Program InformationCategory: Product Improvement Program

Program Description: • PIP for increased deployment versatility and

streamlined supportability.• Consists of smaller, resettable Acoustic Firing

Device (AFD) with field-installable battery. • Includes insensitive munition HVEBC to reduce

size and increase safety.

Program ScheduleFY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08

Notional EDM

Event

Deliveries

Testing

Authorization to Proceed

ADM Tests

PDR

Field Test

WSESRB

EDM TestsFleet Eval

SSSTRP/WSESRB

CCB

Production Deliveries

IOC

CDRHVEBC Qual

Tests

AFSProduct Improvement

MK 12 Acoustic Firing System (AFS)

SSSTRP/ FISTRP Tech

Assists

Limpet Mine Neutralization System (LMNS)

Program InformationCategory: Abbreviated Acquisition ProgramProgram Description: • A small, inexpensive neutralization system for

limpet mines.• Consists of a hand-packed explosive tool and its

attachments.• Designed to be more effective against wider

range of threats than in-service system (SWAG).

Program Manager Assessment• Characterization and Effectiveness to be

completed in 3Q FY05.• Effectiveness testing against live fuzed limpet

mines (MK 1, VS-ss-22, and MDM7).• Fleet evaluation in 4Q FY05 to include user

explosive testing.• Establishing Interface Control Document (ICD)

between LMNS and DHINS (back-pack) • Inventory Objective: 216

Program ScheduleFY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09

Event

Deliveries

Testing

Program Initiation

Characterization

WSESRB

Production Decision

WSESRB

Effectiveness

Fleet Eval

Contract Award

First Articles

Production Deliveries

IOC FOC

Next GenerationUnderwater Breathing Apparatus (NUBA)

Program InformationCategory: Abbreviated Acquisition Program

Program Description: • Navy EOD MCM diving apparatus to replace in-

service system.• Closed circuit diving system capable of safely

operating to 300 feet utilizing existing U.S. Navy Dive Tables.

Program Manager Assessment• NUBA FCT proposal integrated into Acquisition

Strategy.

• Contract strategy includes Fleet Evaluation User Suitability as part of the selection criteria.

• NUBA FCT enabled 2 additional foreign candidates to participate in evaluation

• Unmanned hours to date 139 hours

• Manned hours to date 30.5 hours

• Inventory Objective: 234

Program ScheduleFY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08

Event

Deliveries

Testing

AoA

Phases I-III

Contract Award

First Articles

Production Deliveries

IOC FOC

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MK 16 Mod 2

Program Initiation

Phases IV-V

Swim Off Production

DecisionSS

MARINE MAMMAL SYSTEMSMARINE MAMMAL SYSTEMS

MK 5 MMS

Object RecoverySystem

MK 6 MMSForce Protection

Swimmer Defense

MK 4 MMSMine

Countermeasures

MK 7 MMSMine Countermeasures

MK 8 MMS

VSW MCM

Multi-Capability Enhancement Program(MCEP)

Program Manager Assessment• Coordinated group of product improvements to the MK 4, MK 7,

and MK 8 MMS under three separate ECPs• All MCEP enhancements and integration efforts expected to be

complete by FY 2007. • MK 4 will be enhanced to include DW mapping and pre-assault

capabilities and will be integrated with the MK 7 and MK 8 MMS Detachments to provide DW capabilities.

• At FOC, Sep 07, two MCEP Detachments will provide full capability to perform the full MMS MCM mission.

• Inventory Objective: 1 system

Program InformationCategory: MK 4, MK 7, and MK 8 Capability Enhancement

ProgramProgram Description: Series of product improvements to MK

4, MK 7, and MK 8 MMS to provide each system with increased capabilities and greater interoperability.

• Enhances capabilities and flexibility of existing MMS to support the entire MCM mission in the DW, SW, and VSW zones.

• Operates in pre-assault and permissive environments; exploratory or clearance mode; reports bottom vs. moored mines; searches from station to station for buried targets; reduces footprint.

FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08

Program Schedule

Deployment-Ready MK 7 (Phase I)

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Deliveries

Test PhasesMCEP Deployment-

Ready System

Integrate with MK 4

MK 8 MCEP (Phase II)

Integrate with MK 4

MCEP Deployment-Ready System

MCEP IOC Test

ILA ILA

POC IOC

ILA

FOCSpares Training

Logistics Retrofit & Outfitting

The EOD Ashore UXO “The EOD Ashore UXO “ToolbagToolbag””Tactical Integration of Small UGVs with EOD Forces

• Rapid UXO Clearance• Reduce Risk to EOD Technician

• Stand-of Disruption• Remote Identification/Inspection• Multiple UXO Clearance Ops

Man Transportable Robotic System (MTRS)

Capability/Improvements:

• Reconnaissance/monitoring• Two man portable• Tele-operated – 800 meters• 2 hours of continuous use• Video/audio feedback• High reliability

Characteristics/Description:EOD reconnaissance tasks include locating, examining, and identifying UXO and IEDs. Threats include entire spectrum of conventional, special (NBC) and unconventional explosive ordnance. Evolutionary acquisition strategy employed to add capabilities beyond reconnaissance:• Render safe / disruption• CBRN detection

Inventory Objective:

Army 461Marine Corps 73Navy 220Air Force 140

Contractors:

iRobot Corporation,Burlington, MA

Foster-Miller, Inc.Waltham, MA

Mission: The MTRS will be used in both peacetime and wartime operations by EOD technicians to perform remote reconnaissance at UXO and IED incident sites.

iRobot MTRS Vehicle Foster Miller MTRS Vehicle

Large Improvised Explosive Device (LIED) Access And Disruption Systems

InitialInventory Objective:

EAD:Navy – 240 casesEDWC: Navy 267 cases

DWC:Marine Corps – 63; Navy - 940;Air Force – 300

MDET: Army - 141; Marine Corps – 73; Navy – 4;Air Force - 63

Contractors:

Commercial Systems:Cherry Engineering,Albuquerque, NM

NDI Systems

Full Scale Development:In-House Development Production - TBD

Characteristics/Description:• LIED Access systems are comprised of tools used to

make holes, break hardware, sever wires and cables, and/or break apart or bend objects

• LIED Disruption systems consist of tools capable of making LIEDs non-functional by rapidly separating or destroying their firing circuits and/or their explosive payloads

Capability/Improvements:Three approaches:• Non-material - Revise procedures, tactics &

techniques for existing EOD/Commercial Systems• Commercial/NDI Systems - Shape Charges;

Cutters• Full Scale Development - Directional Energetic Tool

Mission: Provides capability to the EOD technician to safely approach within visible or physical proximity to an LIED to enable further action and to prevent an LIED from functioning as designed through disruption or other means.

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MEDIUM DIRECTIONALENERGETIC TOOL (MDET)

DETONATOR WIRE CUTTER (DWC)

EXPLOSVIE ACCESS DEVICE (EAD)EDWC

Submunitions Clearance System (SCS)

Mission: The SCS will allow the EOD technician to rapidly render safe/neutralize large quantities ofsubmunitions by remote means.

Characteristics/Description:

The SCS will primarily consist of a modified commercial, remote-controlled weapons aiming platform and use a service-approved rifle. The aiming platform may be mounted to a vehicle, tripod, or robotic platform. The system will complement and augment the EOD technician during extremely hazardous EOD missions, specifically those related to scatterable submunitionsincident sites.

Capability/Improvements:

• Improves existing standoff munition disruption (SMUD) techniques

• Provide blast protection when mounted to a vehicle• Eliminates accuracy variability due to

marksmanship level and user fatigue• Fully interoperable with current military arms and

ammunition

Initial Inventory Objective:

Army 124Marine Corps 73Air Force 81

Contractor:

Precision Remotes Inc.Point Richmond, CA

Telepresent Rapid Aiming Platform (TRAP) System

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