Soldier Systems Technology Roadmap Power

1. Soldier Systems Technology RoadmapPower/Energy/Sustainability Workshop By LCol. M.A. Bodner, Directorate Science & Technology 2 (DSTL-2) Defence R&D Canada September 22-23, 2009 Vancouver, B.C. Thanks, Mike. What I would like to do it to give a quick explanation of technology roadmapping, describe our experiences at Industry Canada with Technology Roadmaps, provide an introduction to the Soldier Systems Technology Roadmap, and the governance structure, particularly the Steering Committee and the Technical Sub-Committees. Thanks, Mike. What I would like to do it to give a quick explanation of technology roadmapping, describe our experiences at Industry Canada with Technology Roadmaps, provide an introduction to the Soldier Systems Technology Roadmap, and the governance structure, particularly the Steering Committee and the Technical Sub-Committees.

2. Welcome Dr. G. Vezina, Scientific Advisor Land (SAL) DG DRDC Valcartier Mr. M. Szymczak, Director S&T Land (DSTL) LCol. M. Prudhomme, Director Soldier Systems Program Management (DSSPM) LCol. E. Tremblay, Director Land Requirements - Soldier Systems (DLR-5)

3. Workshop Background First technical workshop of a series of six workshops part of the roadmap development phase and leading to the implementation phase Soldier System Technology Roadmap launched in Ottawa on May 25 Follow June 16-17 visioning workshop Briefings at various conferences, i.e. WBR London July 09 Launch of Web collaboration tool on Oct. 1

4. 1995 TB -> PPA IPCE + approved IPCE TD as Defn Phase 1 IPCE & funded for $16M $13M Contract awarded to CDC to build prototype, then 30 sets Excellent • QFD - Quality Function Deployment - process EMC/EMI - Electromagnetic Compatibility/Electromagnetic Interference Plan Systems Engineering Plan But - Quite frankly Design sucked - HF were ignored Crown bailed after $7M downrange & not enough funds remained for even 1 prototype Took a step back and asked - Different from Allies How do soldiers do their jobs - what are their information requirements - and why would technology help them, i.e. Why technology not What technology IPCE TD failure led directly to World-class R&D -> SIREQ TD -> $13M (SIREQ lesson learned) -> Soldier Integrated Headwear System - SIHS TD -> $6M Chem – Bio Plus - CB+ TD -> $6M (Day-use uniform) Army Soldier Advanced Power (ASAP) TD->$8M (Sources / Harvesting / Management) Dr Bob Walker -> excellent R&D support to acquisition -> Tracking technology maturity is essential -> ISSP SA on proj team -> When technology not what -> R&D Roadmap 1995 TB -> PPA IPCE + approved IPCE TD as Defn Phase 1 IPCE & funded for $16M $13M Contract awarded to CDC to build prototype, then 30 sets Excellent • QFD - Quality Function Deployment - process EMC/EMI - Electromagnetic Compatibility/Electromagnetic Interference Plan Systems Engineering Plan But - Quite frankly Design sucked - HF were ignored Crown bailed after $7M downrange & not enough funds remained for even 1 prototype Took a step back and asked - Different from Allies How do soldiers do their jobs - what are their information requirements - and why would technology help them, i.e. Why technology not What technology IPCE TD failure led directly to World-class R&D -> SIREQ TD -> $13M (SIREQ lesson learned) -> Soldier Integrated Headwear System - SIHS TD -> $6M Chem – Bio Plus - CB+ TD -> $6M (Day-use uniform) Army Soldier Advanced Power (ASAP) TD->$8M (Sources / Harvesting / Management) Dr Bob Walker -> excellent R&D support to acquisition -> Tracking technology maturity is essential -> ISSP SA on proj team -> When technology not what -> R&D Roadmap

5. Soldier Systems Technologies & Domains This radar map, illustrate the key technologies areas which will influence the soldier capabilities in the 2015 and 2025 timeframe. Some of these technologies are still in their infancy but are expected to become mature over this time horizon. These include smart materials and weapons, micro-technologies, small networked sensors, advanced medical treatments, as well as protection and communications systems that are cheaper, lighter, smaller, and highly energy efficient. These technologies combined with ubiquitous computing and artificial intelligence could lead to key advances, such as all pervasive sensing, robotics, autonomous vehicles and networks, and real-time language translators. Seamless command and control, shared situation awareness and permanent, mobile connection to the future defence networks is also anticipated. In 2025, nano-devices such as nanobots would also likely emerge and could be used for military applications. Other innovations such as brain-computer interfaces, highly adaptive clothing and camouflage will also emerge.This radar map, illustrate the key technologies areas which will influence the soldier capabilities in the 2015 and 2025 timeframe. Some of these technologies are still in their infancy but are expected to become mature over this time horizon. These include smart materials and weapons, micro-technologies, small networked sensors, advanced medical treatments, as well as protection and communications systems that are cheaper, lighter, smaller, and highly energy efficient. These technologies combined with ubiquitous computing and artificial intelligence could lead to key advances, such as all pervasive sensing, robotics, autonomous vehicles and networks, and real-time language translators. Seamless command and control, shared situation awareness and permanent, mobile connection to the future defence networks is also anticipated. In 2025, nano-devices such as nanobots would also likely emerge and could be used for military applications. Other innovations such as brain-computer interfaces, highly adaptive clothing and camouflage will also emerge.

6. Soldier Systems TRM Rationale Within DND no systematic industry consultation process was ever applied for: identifying technology options tracking the evolution of technology readiness over time knowing how and when some of the capabilities gaps could be addressed Current situation: Industry engaged late and in an ad-hoc manner as there isno open collaboration forum to link all key players together Lack of visibility & early awareness from industry on future capabilities Long R&D lead time often needed to address future capabilities with early alignment of R&D investment on key priorities Other Related Initiatives : ACCORD, GoC Procurement Reform, etc.

7. Soldier Systems TRM Objective: To develop a comprehensive technology roadmap that will support the Canadian Forces soldier modernization effort using Industry Canada framework Industry role: Providing DND insight on technologies maturing in the 3-15 year timeframe leading to potential important increases in soldier capabilities Government role: Providing industry the opportunity to understand DND long-term needs

8. Roadmapping vs Procurement Roadmapping is About Better Planning for all stakeholders, i.e. it is Not about Procurement Project or sub-projects in the definition and implementation phases of the acquisition process will not be covered by the Soldier Systems TRM

9. Industry Outreach / Collaboration Process Led by Industry Canada (IC) and supported by CADSIto maximize participation Open collaboration principles Fair process Open to all interested parties No fee, no payment, and voluntary participation Transparent process All collaboration opportunities posted on MERX All products available to all on Industry Canada SS TRM web site Supported by two main tools (ICee web software & TRM software)

10. Project Endorsement Army fully engaged with the project along with ADM (Mat)and ADM (S&T) Defence Technology Council and Defence Industry Advisory Committee (DIAC) confirmed their support to the pilot project Industry Canada fully supportive and engaged up to the Minister of Industry level ADM(PWGSC) endorsed project at Major Crown Project Oversight Committee and fully engaged in Steering Committee DND Legal, IC Legal and Dept of Justice gave its blessing to the new Web Collaboration tool (ICee) and the governance approach CADSI fully supportive of initiative and is acting as Industry Steering Committee Co-chair

11. CF Objective Force 2028 Vision In order to meet the future challenges, the Canadian Forces will need to become more integrated, adaptable and capable. The central competency of a multi-purpose combat-capable forces will be the ability to create integrated effects in all environments effective in the complex and information battlespace. It will need to be able to apply these effects with precision against defined targets. As the CF transforms to the Objective Force over the 2028 time horizon it will also need to remain sufficiently resilient, responsive, and agile. To fulfill the diverse missions, new technologies will need to empower the soldier with significant increases in Lethality, Survivability, Mobility, and Sustainability, all leveraged by an integral C4ISR capability. In this vision and concept, the individual soldier will remain the centerpiece of the war fighting capabilityIn order to meet the future challenges, the Canadian Forces will need to become more integrated, adaptable and capable. The central competency of a multi-purpose combat-capable forces will be the ability to create integrated effects in all environments effective in the complex and information battlespace. It will need to be able to apply these effects with precision against defined targets. As the CF transforms to the Objective Force over the 2028 time horizon it will also need to remain sufficiently resilient, responsive, and agile. To fulfill the diverse missions, new technologies will need to empower the soldier with significant increases in Lethality, Survivability, Mobility, and Sustainability, all leveraged by an integral C4ISR capability. In this vision and concept, the individual soldier will remain the centerpiece of the war fighting capability

12. Army of Tomorrow

15. Soldier Systems Modernization EffortMain Projects Portfolio Includes: Clothe the Soldier Integrated Soldier System Project Small Arms Replacement Project Future Combat Uniform Project Sniper System Project Soldier Systems 2020 Project Enhanced Night Vision Mid-life Improvements to Ballistic Protection Mid-life Improvements to Load Carriage Navy, Airforce, SOFCOM projects Etc.

16. What is a Soldier System? The Dismounted Soldier System (DSS) is defined by NATO as everything (items or equipment) the soldier wears, carries and consumes to fulfil the soldiers tasks as individuals, as members of fighting teams and as parts of higher-level operational units on the battlefield and in a tactical environment DSS Sub-System: A group of modules that contribute to given functions and or capabilities.

17. Nato Soldier Capability Areas(AC225/P3 D316 & D346, 1991) The five Nato Soldier System capability areas (AC/225 LG/3 – WG/3, 1993) are: Survivability, Sustainability, Lethality, Mobility and C4I  These capabilities are enhanced by a number of components integrated and balanced as a system of systems or sub-systems The Human dimension is an integral part of each capability area (training, ergonomics, etc.)

18. NATO Land Capability Group 1 on Dismounted Soldiers NATO Armament Handbook (20 May 2008), LCG1 Mission: Foster exchange of Information Promote technical Standardization, Interoperability and Integration Compatibility Interchangeability Commonality Identify and promote Technical advancements Plan/direct/coord subordinate groups Liaise with all relevant organizations Within NATO – RTO, IMS, NIAG, ACT, NSA, JALLC, etc Outside – EU, MD, ICI, NGOs, Industry, etc

19. Concept of Implementation Cyclical Approach endorsed by PWGSC, TB Analysts and SPAC Performance-based, Best Value Competitive Contracts for “Systems Integrator” Maximize available COTS and MOTS components & systems available in NATO & Industry Progressive “Builds” to achieve full capability, each Build fielding available technology Cyclical approach critical so we can use feedback from field trials & user training, and TTP lessons learned in the design of the next cycleConcept of Implementation Cyclical Approach endorsed by PWGSC, TB Analysts and SPAC Performance-based, Best Value Competitive Contracts for “Systems Integrator” Maximize available COTS and MOTS components & systems available in NATO & Industry Progressive “Builds” to achieve full capability, each Build fielding available technology Cyclical approach critical so we can use feedback from field trials & user training, and TTP lessons learned in the design of the next cycle

20. Future Soldier Systems Challenges

21. Soldier Systems TRM Implementation: DRDC Programs

23. Advance Soldier Adaptive Power (ASAP) Technology Demonstration Project (TDP) Objective: To demonstrate novel power systems technologies capable of reducing the weight penalty & power restrictions imposed on dismounted soldiers and capable of providing 10 Watts of electrical power for up to 72 hrs, weighing about 2 Kg, and capable of exchanging power & data between the sources and devices carried by the user Current Phase:  Implementation in 2010 Status: RFI to be issued

24. ASAP TDP Project Status Project delayed by one year To keep Industry informed and for DND to get feedback to reduce risks, while the RFP process is postponed, it was decided to issue an RFI RFI will include: A main body of instructions An annex with key questions to industry for feedback An annex with the key elements of the Statement of Work and the entire Performance Specification Target Date: The RFI is expected to be on the MERX in late Sept 09 early Oct 2009 Currently under translation

25. Short Term: Increased awareness of Canadian industry capabilities Validation of the art of possible with more realistic expectations taking into account time and resources constraints (e.g. cost) Better knowledge of technology trends/options and readiness/maturity Better understanding of risks and minimizing failures Performance driven requirements, not product driven requirements Less place for single technology biases in future requirements allowing reduced risk and grounds for complaints Mid Term New Canadian products adapted or tailored for military market Procurement world more aware of Canadian industry capabilities Increased opportunities for direct/indirect Industrial Regional Benefits (IRBs) Long Term: Transforming science-fiction in reality (scientific facts) Soldier Systems TRM Benefits to CF / DND / GoC

26. Power/Energy/SustainabilityTechnical Sub-Committee

27. Workshop Participants 96 persons registered Military DRDC RMC NRC Industry Canada Academia Industry

28. Agenda Day 1

29. Agenda Day 2

30. Questions?