Download or read book Unmanned Aerial Vehicles written by United States Government Accountability and published by Scholar's Choice. This book was released on 2015-02-14 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Unmanned Aerial Vehicles DoD s Acquisition Efforts written by and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: According to DOD, its objective in acquiring UAVS is to provide unmanned systems that will complement its mix of manned and national reconnaissance assets. However, its UAV acquisition efforts to date have been disappointing. Since Aquila began in 1979, of eight UAV programs, three have been terminated (Aquila, Hunter, Medium Range), three remain in development (Outrider, Global Hawk, DarkStar), and one is now transitioning to low rate production (Predator). Only one of the eight, Pioneer, has been fielded as an operational system. We estimate DOD has spent more than $2 billion for development and/or procurement on these eight UAV programs over the past 18 years.
Download or read book Unmanned Aerial Vehicles written by and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I am pleased to be here today to briefly discuss the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) acquisition efforts that the Department of Defense (DoD) has undertaken over the past 15 years. My comments are based on our reviews of a number of UAV programs. After a short summary, I would like to present you with a chronological discussion of the descriptions and outcomes of some of these programs, and then provide you with some key observations about DoD'S UAV acquisition efforts. According to DoD, its objective in acquiring UAV's is to provide unmanned systems that will complement its mix of manned and national reconnaissance assets. However, its UAV acquisition efforts to date have been disappointing. Since Aquila began in 1979, of eight UAV programs, three have been terminated, three remain in development, and one is now transitioning to low rate production. Only one of the eight, Pioneer, has been fielded as an operational system. We estimate DoD has spent more than $2 billion for development and/or procurement on eight UAV programs over the past 18 years.
Download or read book Unmanned aircraft systems new DOD programs can learn from past efforts to craft better and less risky acquisition strategies report to the Committee on Armed Services U S Senate written by and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Unmanned Aerial Vehicles written by Louis J. Rodrigues and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Unmanned Aerial Vehicles DOD s Acquisition Efforts written by Louis J. Rodrigues and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Defense Acquisitions written by Michael J. Sullivan and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2010-02 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From 2008 through 2013, the DoD plans to invest over $16 billion to develop and procure additional unmanned aircraft systems. DoD recognizes that it must achieve greater commonality among the military services' unmanned aircraft programs. This report assessed the progress of selected unmanned aircraft acquisition programs, examined the extent to which the services are collaborating and identifying commonality among those programs, and identified key factors impacting the effectiveness their collaboration. It analyzed cost, schedule, and performance data for eight unmanned aircraft systems -- accounting for over 80% of DoD's total planned investment in unmanned aircraft systems from 2008 through 2013 -- and two payload programs.
Download or read book Defense Acquisitions DoD Could Achieve Greater Commonality and Efficiencies Among Its Unmanned Aircraft Systems written by Michael J. Sullivan and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2010-11 with total page 21 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The DoD has planned to invest billions of dollars in development and procurement of unmanned aircraft systems. This testimony is based on an exam¿n. of 10 unmanned aircraft acquisition programs: Global Hawk, Reaper, Shadow, Predator, Sky Warrior, Fire Scout, Broad Area Maritime Surveillance, and Unmanned Combat Aircraft System-Demo., and Multi-Platform Radar Technol. Insertion Program, and Airborne Signals Intell. Payload. The testimony focuses on: (1) Cost, schedule, and performance progress of the 10 programs; (2) Extent to which the mil. services collaborated and identified commonality among the programs; (3) factors influencing the effectiveness of the collaboration; and (4) recent DoD investment decisions related to these acquisitions.
Download or read book Unmanned Aircraft Systems Additional Actions Needed to Improve Management and Integration of DoD Efforts to Support Warfighter Needs written by Sharon L. Pickup and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2009-06 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The DoD¿s use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) continues to increase. In 2000, DoD components had fewer than 50 unmanned aircraft in their inventory. By May 2008, they had more than 6,000. However, DoD faces challenges, such as UAS acquisition and the integration of UAS into joint combat operations. A series of recommendations has been made to address challenges, including the need for a UAS strategic plan. This report: (1) identifies key DoD efforts to improve the management and operational use of UAS; and (2) assess the extent to which these efforts constitute an overarching organizational framework to guide and oversee UAS efforts. Illustrations.
Download or read book Force structure improved strategic planning can enhance DOD s unmanned aerial vehicles efforts written by and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Defense Acquisitions written by U.s. Government Accountability Office and published by . This book was released on 2017-08-04 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Why GAO Did This StudyFor fiscal year 2014, DOD requested over $11 billion to modify existing weapon systems-more than 10 percent of its total procurement budget. Traditionally, DOD has acquired proprietary systems, which are costly to upgrade and limit opportunities for competition. Through its Better Buying Power initiatives, DOD has re-emphasized the use of an open systems approach as a way to reduce costs through effective competition.GAO was asked to examine DOD's progress in implementing an open systems approach for UAS acquisitions. This report addresses (1) the characteristics and benefits of an open systems approach, (2) DOD's efforts in implementing an open systems approach for its UAS portfolio, and (3) challenges, if any, DOD is encountering in implementing this approach. GAO analyzed relevant literature and DOD policies on open systems and interviewed agency and private industry officials to understand how open systems have been implemented and their benefits. In addition, GAO assessed acquisition documents and questionnaire responses from 10 current and planned UAS programs to determine their open system strategies.What GAO RecommendsGAO recommends that the Air Force and Army implement their open systems policies, DOD develop metrics to track open systems implementation, and the services report on these metrics and address any gaps in"
Download or read book Unmanned aerial vehicles changes in Global Hawk s acquisition strategy are needed to reduce program risks report to the Chairman Subcommittee on Tactical Air and Land Forces Committee on Armed Services House of Representatives written by and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Global Hawk Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Acquisition Process A Summary of Phase I Experience written by and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is a long history of efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the weapon acquisition process. The purpose of this case study is to understand how one such program, the High Altitude Endurance Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (HAE UAV), has benefited from certain changes in established acquisition procedures. It is hoped that conclusions can then be drawn regarding the suitability of these measures for the wider Department of Defense acquisition environment. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), in conjunction with the Defense Airborne Reconnaissance Office (DARO), is embarking on development of two unmanned air vehicles (UAVs): Tier II+ and Tier III. UAV and tactical surveillance/reconnaissance programs have a history of failure due to inadequate integration of sensor, platform, and ground elements, together with unit costs far exceeding what the operator has been willing to pay. To overcome these historical problems, DARPA, with congressional support, is undertaking an innovative acquisition program that is different from normal DoD acquisition efforts in several important ways: The approach gives flexibility to depart from acquisition specific law and related regulations. Contractors do not have to meet a wide range of performance requirements. Instead, a firm cap of $10 million has been placed on unit flyaway price, and the firms can trade all other performance goals as necessary to stay within that cap. The program has been designated an Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration (ACTD), i.e., a program intended to demonstrate mature or maturing technologies to warfighters in an accelerated fashion. Contractors, in collaboration with the government, must institute the forms and functions of integrated product and process development (IPPD), an approach intended to streamline program management within functional areas.
Download or read book Force Structure written by United States. General Accounting Office and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Defense Acquisitions written by United States Government Accountability Office and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-01-11 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DEFENSE ACQUISITIONS: DOD Efforts to Adopt Open Systems for Its Unmanned Aircraft Systems Have Progressed Slowly
Download or read book Defense Acquisitions written by Government Accountability Government Accountability Office and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-12-31 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One way for DOD to minimize the cost and time needed to modify weapon systems is by using an open systems approach for system design and development. An open system allows system components to be added, removed, modified, replaced, or sustained by consumers or different manufacturers in addition to the manufacturer that developed the system. It also allows independent suppliers to build components that can plug into the existing system through the open connections.
Download or read book Unmanned Aircraft Systems written by United States. Government Accountability Office and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Government Accountability Office (GAO) report addresses the request to review the Department of Defense's (DOD) three largest unmanned aircraft programs in terms of cost. Specifically, GAO assessed the Global Hawk and Predator programs' acquisition strategies and identified lessons from these two programs that can be applied to the Joint Unmanned Combat Air Systems (J-UCAS) program, the next generation of unmanned aircraft. GAO recommends that DOD (1) limit Global Hawk production until the program demonstrates an integrated system and develops a new business case to justify future investments and (2) develop a sound business case and acquisition strategy for J-UCAS and follow-on efforts to ensure cost and schedule goals are met. DOD did not concur with GAO's Global Hawk recommendations because it believes it is taking appropriate measures to manage risk.
