PEO CS&CSS 2011 Advanced Planning Brief to Industry
PEO CS&CSS 2011 Advanced Planning Brief to Industry
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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