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PEO CS&CSS 2011 Advanced Planning Brief to Industry

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• Lifecycle Challenges:<br />

Bridging Systems<br />

• Methods/technologies for reduced weight and increased load bearing capability of<br />

bridge structure.<br />

• Methods/technologies for moni<strong>to</strong>ring the health of bridging (Service life moni<strong>to</strong>ring) and<br />

extend the useful life of bridging systems.<br />

• Methods/technologies for improved performance of Bridge Erection Boat (BEB) engines<br />

with JP8.<br />

• Methods/technologies for improved performance of Heavy Assault Bridge/Launch<br />

system.<br />

• Supply Cycle – Spare Parts availability/turn around time for low density systems.<br />

• Opportunities for <strong>Industry</strong>:<br />

<strong>PEO</strong> CS&<strong>CSS</strong> - APBI<br />

• Introduce technical innovations and advanced armor technology in<strong>to</strong> existing and next<br />

generation bridging systems <strong>to</strong> reduce weight and increase performance.<br />

• Future Programs:<br />

� Multi-functional or Multi-purpose bridge system encompassing all three gap crossing capabilities:<br />

Assault, Tactical, and Line of Communication Bridging<br />

� Light Assault Gap Crossing consisting of three systems:<br />

Footbridge, IBCT Assault Bridging, and Assault Rafting<br />

� Joint Assault Bridge<br />

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28 OCT <strong>2011</strong> 20

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