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1. Combined Arms C2 Training Upgrade System (CACCTUS) AMSC Conference
17 January 2008
Bryan Cole
Bryan.Cole@Coleengineering.com
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3. 3 Combined Arms C2 Training Upgrade System (CACCTUS)
4. 4 CACCTUS Program (OneSAF related) OneSAF is the selected entity simulation engine
C4I Adapter is selected OneSAF Interface
Co-developer Relationship
FDC Agent
Integration of Contractor Controller Simulation Manager Tools
Interface Visualization
3D Models and Terrain
User Interfaces Development
Intelligent After Action Enhancements
Marine Corps Centric Functionality
Flyout artillery
Hellfire effects
Mortar fire rates
5. 5 CACCTUS Build 4.0 Capability OneSAF Version 1.0
C4I Adapter
C2PC PLI
AFTADS Call For Fire
CARD (CACCTUS AAIRS Runtime Database)
Repository for runtime data collected to support after action review
Visualization
SOFviz
Virtual Communications
Marine Corps Digital Voice (MDV)
Training Application
29 Palms: Deliberate Assault Course and Practical Applications FiST
Camp Pendleton: CAS and FO/FAC
6. 6 Deliberate Assault Course (Motorized/Mechanized) Purpose:
The DAC is a reinforced infantry battalion, single maneuver element deliberate attack in sector requiring decision-based tactics.
Description:
Isolate and cordon an urban area, using combined arms, and attack and support by fire positions. Once the cordon is established, breach likely IED areas along avenues of approach.
7. 7 FiST Prac App Training Objectives Terminal Learning Objective(s): With the aid of references and a tactical scenario, plan for and execute hasty and planned fires in offensive and defensive scenarios using Fixed and Rotary Wing Aviation with Artillery and mortars, and select triggers that support fire plans in a defensive scenario.
8. 8 Close Air Support (CAS) FO/FAC Suppression of Enemy Air Defense
Target marking (3D)
Terminal Control
COMMS
C2
9. 9 CCSM: simplified interfaces…
10. 10 CACCTUS Intelligent AAR Tools:
Debrief Constructor
Main screen
Detail screen
Detail screen, preview mode
Debrief Presentation tool
Similar to preview mode of Debrief Constructor
Goal: quick review of “what happened”:
3D vignette playback with audio from comms
Causal explanations
Descriptive information (eg, about a conflict)
Clear picture of coordination and timing
11. 11 Debrief Constructor, Preview Mode
12. 12 Debrief Presentation Tool
13. 13 CACCTUS Way Ahead… Continue OneSAF Co-Developer Relationship
Collaboration on related development
Handovers: early and often
CACCTUS User Workshops – incorporate feedback
Research and Development of advanced concepts LVC
IOC – September 2008
Field Simulation Baseline to remaining four CASTS
FOC – September 2011
14. 14 FY08 Development Plan Dynamic Tasking
Allow system users to change parameters of executing orders within the CAST system
Task Organization and Structure Tool (TOAST)
Enable the CAST staff to combine artillery, fixed wing aircraft, rotary wing aircraft, ground vehicles, infantry and unmanned aircraft into Off The Shelf (OTF) units
Integrate rules of engagement (ROE), formations, reactions, movement, engagement, calls for fire and communication relationships within the OTS unit
Environment Protocol Data Unit (PDU)
Enable objects (such as obstacles) to be shown in the 3D display
Aggregate PDU
Allow multiple entities in a unit to be aggregated for 3D representation as a Mil-Std-2525B unit symbol.