ADA TECHNOLOGIES, INC. — Department of Defense SBIR Phase I: A17-145

Description

In preparation for the challenges of modern combat scenarios, the US Army is seeking a next-generation Human Type Target (HTT) product line to enhance training capabilities and include more realistic portrayals of threat scenarios. One area of particular interest is full body motion and collapse of the HTT when hit by a bullet. At the same time, this new system will need to withstand the live-fire environment over several thousand shots, be useable outside or inside in tight areas, and be able to be reset remotely. ADA Technologies proposes to develop a realistic, articulated, durable, and configurable HTT to support complex simulations designed to better train Army soldiers. The proposed REACT (Realistic Engagement Advanced Combat Training) System will deliver the fundamental architecture in the form of a modular product line to address multiple high quality combat training scenarios while maintaining affordability. For this program, ADA has enrolled an experienced military shooting instructor, Clinton Hoover of Black Skull Tactical Applications, and Meggitt Training Systems, a leading supplier of military targets, to successfully bring the future REACT System to market. Phase I will be a proof-of-concept step where preliminary designs of bulletproof, motorized joints and target resetting system will be created.