BAE Systems - AUSA 2008 - Bradley Technology Demonstrator 2

Bradley Technology Demonstrator 2

BAE Systems’ Bradley Technology Demonstrator (TD) incorporates advanced systems and approaches to demonstrate core technologies and capabilities as the company supports the overall capabilities of the Army’s modular Heavy Brigade Combat Teams (HBCTs) and helps ensure current force compatibility with FCS – all designed to support the future Soldier.

BAE Systems is supporting the Army’s efforts to define requirements for its current force combat systems as it evolves to meet future threats by leveraging the Army’s broad investments in advanced technologies. Company development on the Bradley TD reduces future risk by applying and evaluating Army-developed and FCS-compatible enhancements on existing current force platforms.

The Bradley TD illustrates the impact of integrating a broad range of technologies currently under development in the Army Technology base and across current acquisition programs.

Bradley TD is BAE Systems’ look at managing the Bradley Combat Systems into the future by leveraging the extensive CMMI Level 5 certified software development and systems integration expertise of the BAE Systems design team with a focus on demonstrating technologies and capabilities that can ensure the Bradley continues to deliver critical capabilities to the Army and the HBCTs as these units fight alongside FCS Brigade Combat Teams (BCTs).

The vehicle illustrates enhanced lethality and survivability through situational awareness, enhanced mobility, sustainability and networkability, plus enhanced mission role packages for Infantry, Cavalry, Fire Support, Engineer and Battle Command.

Bradley TD as demonstrated at AUSA features:

  • Common Missile Launcher (mock-up)
  • Remote Turret operation (Driver, Gunner, Commander, plus 4-man squad)
  • Shock Absorbing Suspended Seating
  • Panoramic Vision (C2SAS)
  • Double-pin Track
  • Conventional Auxiliary Power Unit
  • Embedded Diagnostics/On-Vehicle Level 1 IETM
  • Environmental Control
  • FCS Spin Out One Mock-up
  • Wireless Intercomm (Tru-Link)
  • Improved Fire Suppression
  • External Fuel Tanks
  • Ceramic Composite Armor mock-up

BAE Systems contributes 80 percent of combat vehicles to the HBCT and brings organization and development expertise to leverage technologies and commonality across HBCT platforms.

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