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BUDGET ITEM JUSTIFICATION (EXHIBIT P-40)
UNCLASSIFIED
DATE:
FEBRUARY 2002
APPROP CODE/BA:
OPAF/OTHER BASE MAINTENANCE & SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
P-1 NOMENCLATURE:
AIR BASE OPERABILITY
Description (continued):
1) 90MM Water Cannons: These are ARTS attachments which neutralize improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in mid-size sedans and
vans.
2) Recoilless, Multidirectional Water Cannon Mount: The recoilless capability provides spring action to reduce wear and tear on water
cannon mount. The multidirectional capability affords operation in confined spaces such as alleyways and areas where it is either not practical
or possible to realign the ARTS platform to discharge the water cannon.
3) ARTS Alternate Control System: This system provides analternate control capability where RF remote control cannot be used or when
RF link is lost.
4) Remote Ordnance Neutralization System (RONS): This is a medium-sized EOD robot which includes a tele-operated platform and
robotics manipulator that can be controlled by an operator at the operator control station (OCS) up to a distance of 650 meters. Remote control
results in greater safety during the performance of hazardous/high risk tasks such as reconnaissance, access, pick up and carry away (PUCA),
and disposal.
5) RONS Advanced Radiographic System(ARS) Upgrade will provide enhanced capability to investigate small- sized suspected terrorist
devices such as pipe bombs or briefcase bombs. The ARS upgrade will also provide EOD operators a better means of assessing threats and
determing the best neutralization method.
6) MK-VI Robot: This is a small, narrow robot equipped with multiple television cameras for remote viewing and a dexterous
manipulator for hazardous tasks. The MK-VI Robot is designed to allow operation in confined spaces.
2. In FY02, Air Base Operability received $8.316M as part of the Defense Emergency Relief Fund (DERF). Funding was used to procure
critical Explosive Ordance Disposal equipment in support of operation ENDURING FREEDOM.
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