Future Concepts

Tomorrow's track combat vehicles will need to transit battlefields quicker, carry heavier loads, provide crew and equipment with increased protection and meet the digitization requirements of Force XXI and the Army After Next. Government and industry planners are looking at a number of initiatives to help insure these future capabilities in the M113A3 family of vehicles systems. The force structure for 21st century armored forces will keep much of the existing track combat vehicle fleet that are in the Army today. The challenge for tomorrow's Army will involve making the best use of future funding to improve capabilities and reduce limitations of the current vehicle inventory. Due to its durability, low cost, and light weight, the M113 design is an ideal starting point for development of future light weight vehicles. Concepts ranging from rear drive M113 vehicles, to composite hulled turreted vehicles, to low observable alternatives are all possible given the baseline M113 chassis and components. Recent M113 concepts for the future include: the XM1108 Universal Carrier, the M113A3 High Mobility System, and the M577A3 "Stretch". These concepts, as well as other ongoing upgrade initiatives, provide the foundation for future modernization and the continued viability and utility of M113-based systems. Regardless of the need and the timeframe involved, these concepts provide an effective, viable alternative to a new start production program for the chassis. This allows program funding to concentrate on maturing the target acquisition, survivability, low observable, and communications technologies needed. M113A3+ Mobile Tactical Vehicle Light (MTVL) The M113A3+ mobile tactical vehicle light (MTVL) uses an M113 hull that is lengthened 34 inches and equipped with an additional road wheel (six on each side). The vehicle was developed as a "production-tooled demonstrator" with private-industry funding from United Defense.

M113A3+ Engineering Squad Vehicle (ESV) The M113A3+ ESV is the only affordable solution that meets the Combat Engineer Squad requirements to transport an eight man engineer squad and all of their equipment while providing mobility and survivability equal to the maneuver force. The M113A3+ ESV supports the Engineer Squad in the performance of both offensive and defensive obstacle/counter-obstacle operations in support of the maneuver force. The vehicle can be adapted to fulfill other engineer mission objectives including: carrying the Volcano mine dispenser, the pathfinder marking system, and towing the MICLC trailer. Convertible for excess M113 assets, its basic configuration provides: Ballistic survivability equal to the M2A2 IFV 30% more volume under armor than the M113A3 30% more payload capacity 50% greater cross country mobility (equal to M1/M2) The approved System Acquisition Strategy (SAS) calls for fielding 332 units to fill out Force Package I Engineer units. Depending on funding availability, First Unit Equipped (FUE) is projected for FY00. M113 Hazardous Materials Recovery Vehicle (HAZMAT)

As M113 FOV carriers become excess in the military system a number of conversion options are being considered for asset utilization. United Defense L.P., working with NASA/AMES, has developed the Hazardous Materials Recovery Vehicle (HAZMAT), as one such use for these excess assets. The HAZMAT vehicle utilizes a Stretch M577A3 hull structure incorporating a light dozer blade and a hydraulic manipulator arm. The vehicle provides a versatile chassis for hazardous material recovery operations. The HAZMAT has been designed to retain the air transportability features of the M113 FOV, with C-139 roll-on/roll-off capability. In addition the HAZMAT is being designed to include an over-pressure closed circuit life support system, radiation shielding, a HAZMAT suit docking feature, and a high visibility chemical agent resistant finish. The HAZMAT retains the M113 FOV mobility characteristics to support Infantry Fighting Vehicle Light (IFVL) Infantry Fighting Vehicle Light (IFVL) is a light infantry fighting vehicle based on the proven MTVL chassis and featuring a one-man stabilized turret is convertible from existing assets or available as new production. It offers the exceptional automotive performance of the MTVL chassis combined with the substantial firepower of the stabilized 25mm chaingun and 7.62mm machinegun. The vehicle is powered by a 400hp 6V53TIA electronically controlled engine driving through the latest X200-4B cross drive transmission. The IFVL uses many common M113/MTVL components that help insure high reliability, availability, and maintainability, plus a proven design, common maintenance techniques and an established logistics infrastructure. Applique armor provides the flexibility to alter the armor package as the threat level changes or technology advances. The vehicle carries a crew of two or three and up to 10 dismount soldiers. As with all M113 variants,it is rollon/roll-off transportable on a C130.

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Floral class frigate *light surveillance frigates nya perancis*

25-11-2012 09:10

Spoilerfor gambar lain:

source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flor%C3..._class_frigate

Spoilerfor vidio:

Spoilerfor keterangan:

General characteristics
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Type: frigate

Displacement: 2,600 tons standard, 2,950 tons full load

Length: 93.5 m (307 ft)

Beam: 14 m (46 ft)

Draught: 4.3 m (14 ft)

Propulsion:
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diesel SEMT Pielstick 6PA6 L280

Auxiliaries : 1 Ulstein 200 kW beam propulsor Propellers : 2 variable pace Lips Propulsive power : 8800 hp (6470 kW) Electric Plant : 3 Baudouin 12P15 2SR diesel alternators and 3 Alsthom AA 49L9 alternators Electric Power : 3 x 590 kW Speed: 20 knots (37 km/h) Range: 10000 nautical miles (19,000 km) at 15 knots (28 km/h), 13000 nautical miles (24,000 km) at 12 knots (22 km/h)

Complement:
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(total):

11 officers 36 non-commissioned officers 42 men (11 men for the helicopter)

Sensors and processing systems:

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DRBV-21C (Mars) air sentry radar Racal Decca RM1290 navigation radar Racal Decca RM1290 landing radar

Navigation

Microcin type intertial navigation system Ben LMN4 loch Furuno depth measure system Navstar GPS system Taiyo gonio VHF radio

Electronic warfare and decoys:

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ARBG-1A Sagon 2 Dagaie decoy systems

Armament:
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Anti-ship;

2 x Exocet MM38 missiles

Guns;

1 x 100 mm CADAM turret with Najir fire control system 2 x 20 mm modle F2 guns

Aircraft carried:
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1 x Panther anti-submarine helicopter

Definition of the requirements

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After the end of the Cold War, it was felt that the risks of a large-scale military

confrontation had all but disappeared. The Marine Nationale had to face new missions, while its escort avisos from the 80s were ageing, and also badly adapted to low-risk zones.

The concept of "sentry frigate" emerged from the will of the French government to protect its Exclusive Economic Zone (12 million km), as defined in the Montego Bay treaties. Another need was to address matters of humanitarian aid, diplomacy, or naval law enforcement. To address these missions, an onboard helicopter is clearly the optimal solution, provide versatile, swift and long-range capabilities to deliver support, ferry or rescue.

These constraints defined the need for a ship which would be small; extremely stable to allow use of a heavy helicopter in all weather; small crew, while retaining capacities to accommodate navy commandos; light armament; economic and long-range propulsion system.

Construction
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To make the ship more economical, civilian construction methods were used at the

Chantiers de l'Atlantique in Saint Nazaire. The ships use the SOLAS (Safety Of Life At Sea) regulations, which require the hull to have eleven watertight compartments. The rules of the classification society Det Norske Veritas are used for energy production and safety. The ships were built in series, each with six pre-fabricated parts weighing up to 570 tonnes that were assembled and welded in a dry dock. (The construction method was later used for the La Fayette class). The first trials at sea were carried out in 1991 with an entirely civilian crew, while the Marine Nationale was only present as an observer.

Equipment
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The armament was ordered from the DCN Lorient, a traditional naval provider for the

French Navy. The Floral class, though designed to operate in low-risk areas, carry their own armament (they are not dependent on their helicopter).

The most visible piece of armament is the standard 100 mm multipurpose gun turret, which is a feature of most modern French warships. It is installed in one block, with the magazine shelter and the targeting computer. All Floreal frigates are fitted with two Exocet missile launchers, a Dagaie decoy launcher system, two 20 mm Mod F2 cannons, as well as a complete range of detection and counter-measure electronics.

The helicopter is a naval Panther, carrying no armament itself.

source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flor%C3..._class_frigate *so pasti*

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The concept of "sentry frigate" emerged from the will of the French government to protect its Exclusive Economic Zone (12 million km), as defined in the Montego Bay treaties. Another need was to address matters of humanitarian aid, diplomacy, or naval law enforcement. To address these missions, an onboard helicopter is clearly the optimal solution, provide versatile, swift and long-range capabilities to deliver support, ferry or rescue.

These constraints defined the need for a ship which would be small; extremely stable to allow use of a heavy helicopter in all weather; small crew, while retaining capacities to accommodate navy commandos; light armament; economic and long-range propulsion system.

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Minta Prajurit Marinir Pegangi Payung, Obama Langgar Aturan

prajurit marinir berseragam lengkap membuka dan memegangi payung PM Turki Recep Tayyip Erdogan & Presiden Barrack Obama di Gedung Putih WASHINGTON DC - Meskipun Presiden Barack Obama adalah panglima tertinggi angkatan bersenjata Amerika Serikat, namun tetap saja ada beberapa hal yang tidak bisa dia lakukan terhadap militer, khususnya korps marinir.

Saat menjamu Perdana Menteri Turki Recep Tayyip Erdogan di Rose Garden, Jumat (17/5/2013), ada kejadian yang amat langka . Saat akan Obama akan berpidato, ternyata hujan rintik-rintik turun. Lalu, Obama meminta seorang prajurit marinir yang berdiri di sampingnya membuka payung untuk melindunginya dari hujan. Dan, Obama melakukan itu tanpa "meminta" izin kepada Komandan Korps Marinir AS. Menurut aturan Korps Marinir AS, menyebut seorang prajurit marinir dalam seragam resmi lengkap tidak diperkenankan membawa payung. Aturan itu juga menyebut tidak boleh ada perintah apapun dari pejabar manapun yang bertentangan dengan peraturan ini tanpa izin dari Komandan Korps Marinir. Bahkan, prajurit marinir pria sejal awal pelatihan sudah ditanamkan tidak diperbolehkan membawa payung. Namun, prajurit marinir perempuan masih diperkenankan membawa payung asalkan berwarna hitam polos dan dibawa di tangan kiri, sehingga tangan kanan mereka bebas saat harus memberikan hormat. Patut ditunggu reaksi korps marinir atas pelanggaran aturan yang dilakukan panglima tertingginya ini. Sumber

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