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Tuesday, October 15th, 2013Kopis Mobile – Networked Tactical Television
Tuesday, October 15th, 2013I first saw the Networked Tactical Television (NTtv) system from Kopis Mobile at the ADS Warrior Expo East in July and it blew me away. NTtv is a completely COTS systems that turns your smart phone into a controller for the action cameras so many troops are mounting on their helmets and equipment. It is completely agonistic to the type of video camera or smart phone operating system (e.g. Blackberry, iOS, Android). Not only is it adaptable, it’s also scalable. The NTtv boxes set up their own WiFi mesh network or can connect to tactical 4G LTE networks and tactical wave relay radios. Kopis Mobile can put together a system to your specs and integrate their technology into gear you already have on hand. It’s amazing.
Here’s the standard description of the system:
Operators noticed that many action cameras (e.g. GoPro or Contour) were being carried downrange, and the rapid adoption of smartphones meant that video screens were available as well. The NTtv system links these two sets of COTS products – or any standard camera and smart device – to allow squad members to easily share video among themselves. With a small, inexpensive, rugged camera and convenient smartphone on hand, the addition of a lightweight NTtv box ties all of the squad together via an industry standard RTSP stream. A specialized NTtv app lets squad members easily flip through the ‘channels’. The minimal system footprint enables multiple uses of the same kit, so that a squad can migrate the camera from dismounted, to mobile, to fixed site surveillance while keeping every member abreast of the overall situational awareness.
Above you can see a few screenshots from NTtv. The Raven UAS shot is from an iPhone!
Juggernaut Defense – Juggernaut Case For iPhone 5 On Kickstarter
Tuesday, October 15th, 2013
The Juggernaut Case is a military grade rugged wearable case and mount for mobile devices designed to allow users to bring their smartphones to the field to enhance communication capabilities. The case itself is waterproof, dustproof, and shock and drop proof. It features hardened anti-glare glass screen protection, and offers quick phone insertion and removal. Available mounts for the Juggernaut Case will include sternum-strap and MOLLE/PALS chest straps, a forearm mount, and a back pack mount that attaches to any backpack shoulder strap in a vertical position. Juggernaut Cases are currently available for a variety of Motorola and Samsung mobile devices, although Juggernaut Defense is looking to expand the Juggernaut Case line to the iPhone 5 by securing funding through Kickstarter.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/1497281316/ruggedized-wearable-iphone-5-case-and-mounts-for-a
www.juggernautcase.com/index.html
Extreme Outfitters Offers Powertraveller Military Kits by Tactical Assault Systems
Monday, October 14th, 2013Extreme Outfitters is offering limited numbers of three different Tactical Assault Systems versions of the popular Powertraveller system. All three versions come packed in a PALS compatible pouch in either Black, Coyote or MultiCam.
Milliamps Hour (mAh): 9000
Battery Type: Lithium Polymer
Voltage: USB 5V and 12V DC
Safety Features:
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
Reverse discharge current protection
Low voltage protection
Parameters:
Input: 5V 0.5A-3A
Output: USB port: 5V 700MAh and 12V DC port 800mAh, solar panel output 3 watts
Battery Chemical: Lithium Polymer
Energy: 33.3 WH
Static power waste <50 µA
Total weight: 456g
Included in the kit
• 9000mAh Lithium Polymer Battery Unit
• High Performance Solar Panel
• Mains Charger
• In Car Socket
• Mini USB, Micro USB, and Apple Thunder Monkey Tails
• USB Charging Cable
• Gorilla-Pad Connector
• Motormonkey in Car Charger
• 5 Device Tips
• USB Charging Cable
• Convenient Tactical Carrying Case with Molle/PALS attachment system.
Milliamps Hour (mAh): 2500
Dimensions (L*H*W cm): 170 x 96 x 22.75 (fo
Battery Type: Lithium-ion Polymer
Voltage: USB 5V
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
Low voltage protection
Thermal insulation battery protection: giving an operating temperature range of -10 to 90 degrees C
Parameters:
Input: solar and DC 5V 600mA
Output: USB port: 5V 700mA
Internal battery: Lithium-ion Polymer
Energy: 9.2WH
Static Power Waste: <50uA
Internal battery protection voltage: 3.3V and recovery voltage at 3.7V when connected to device
Solar panel composite: polysilicon
Weight: 265g (unit only)
Dimensions: 170 x 96 x 22.75mm with 2mm safety gap between solar panels
Included in the kit
• Solarmonkey Adventurer Portable Charger
• Mini USB, Micro USB, and Apple (30 Pin) Monkey Tails
• Motormonkey in Car Charger
• USB Charging Cable
• Convenient Tactical Carrying Case with Molle/PALS attachment system.
Milliamps Hour (mAh): 2200
Dimensions (L*H*W cm): Battery: 9 x 3.5 x 3
Battery Type: Lithium-Ion
Voltage: USB 5V
Safety Features:
Short circuit protection
Over-charging protection
Over-dischargng protection
Battery Capacity: 2200mAh
Input Interface: DC 3.5 x 1.1mm
Input Voltage: 5V 600mA
Output Interface: DC 3.5 x 1.1mm
Output Voltage: 4.5 ~ 5.5V
Output Current: 700mA max
Weight: 83g
Dimension: 90 x 35 x 36 m
Water Resistant
Solar panel:
Output Interface: 3.5 x 1.1mm
Output Voltage: 5V
Output Current: 200mA can vary depending on solar strength.
Weight: 82g
Dimensions: 110 x70 x 10mm when folded.
Included in the kit
• Solarmonkey Adventurer Portable Charger
• 8 Mobile Device Tips
• Retractable USB Cable
• Mains Charger
• Motormonkey In Car Charger
• Convenient Tactical Carrying Case with Molle/PALS attachment system.
SORD USA – Field Pant In Kryptek
Monday, October 14th, 2013
SORD’s Field Pant is now available in Kryptek Highlander and Mandrake. Like the MultiCam and A-TACS variants, the Kryptek Field Pants are made from NyCo ripstop; the Tan model is made from 100% cotton. The Field Pant features a 10 pocket design: slanted hip pockets, deep cargo and rear pockets for magazines, a smart phone-sized accessories pocket, and calf pockets with ample space for additional storage. Included are oversized pocket buttons which are easily opened with gloves. The pant utilizes Velcro closure for a smooth comfortable wear, and 4″ belt loops provide ample space for a variety of belt options. The knees and seat of the pant are reinforced for long term durability. SORD has also replaced the original “Small-XL” generic sizing chart with actual width and inseam measurements.
www.predatorbdu.com/sord-usa-field-pant/
Spuhr AB – NVG Mount
Monday, October 14th, 2013
Spuhr AB’s NVG Mount was developed around the idea to give the operator full flexibility of mono, dual, and firearms mounted NVDs along with the ability to transition between those options in a few seconds. The mount can easily be adjusted for tilt, eye width, and/or eye-relief. For individuals who prefer to have their right-eye monocular mounted to their firearm, the monocular can be securely moved from the mount to the firearm and back again. The quick interface and adjustment memory allows the user to transfer the whole system, including goggles, from helmet to head and back if the situation warrants it. The entire system is also designed for quick and secure mounting, which is useful for those who like to parachute with clean helmets during descent. The NVG Mount is ideally used with the Insight MUM-14 or Vectronix TARSIUS16, although other NVDs can easily be mounted to the device as well.
Shadow Tech, LLC – P.I.G. Saddle
Monday, October 14th, 2013
Shadow Tech, LLC describes their P.I.G. (Professionally Instructed Gunman) Saddle as the AK-47 version of their popular HOG Saddle, in that it’s just as durable and reliable as its older brother, but at roughly a third of the cost. It’s constructed from steel with superior corrosion resistance and uses UV resistant pads – specifically engineered to absorb rifle recoil and reduce muzzle jump. The heavy duty torque knob is made from polymer and the P.I.G. features steel 1/4-20 mounting threads and 3/8-16 back up threads. The P.I.G. is manufactured in the USA.
stores.hogsaddle.com/-strse-6/P.I.G.-Saddle
Program Executive Office – Special Operations Forces Warrior Industry Collaboration (SOFWIC)
Monday, October 14th, 2013I’ve spoken with quite a few companies as of late about opportunities like this. If you are innovating then this is one of many ways to get your ideas in front of the acquisition community. SOF has traditionally been the fountainhead of innovation within DoD and I recommend that you take a look at this.
The Program Executive Office Special Operations Forces Warrior (PEO-SW) will be holding “Industry Collaboration Day” on Thursday, November 14, 2013 from 0800-1700 at the Embassy Suites Hotel Tampa Airport/Westshore, 555 N. Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609. The objective of this collaboration day is to enhance PEO-SW team collaboration with industry in support of the SOF Operator. Industry is invited to submit nominations in the form of two-page unclassified white papers addressing innovative technologies as outlined in commodity/capability areas listed below. The intent is to share ideas that accelerate the delivery of innovative capabilities to the Special Operations Forces (SOF) warfighter.
Ground Mobility
• Passive noise cancellation for engines
• Reduced visual signature (eg camo, 3D camo) paint treatments
• Lightweight (thin)Transparent Armor (GMV 1.1 / NSCV)
• Rapid Emergency Egress doors
• Amphibious assault LTATV
• Purpose built armored NSCV
Visual Augmentation Systems
• Head-mounted Devices for:
-Seamless transition from low light to high light (transition time)
-Seamless transition to weapon sight while wearing NODs
-Jamming enemy image intensifier
-Multi-spectral night vision
-Increased field of view without loss of resolution
-Import/export data or images
• Hand Held Devices:
-INOD compatible spotter scope capability
-Capture biometric data for facial recognition
-Adaptive multispectral night vision
-Import/export data or images
-Sensing wind speed/direction to 1500 – 2000m; calculate ballistic offsets
-Reduce size, weight and power for smaller pocket configurations
• Weapon Mounted Device:
-Wireless universal power source rail system
-Capturing biometric data for facial recognition
-Multispectral night vision
-Wireless Import/export data or images
-Sensing wind speed/direction to 1000 – 2000m; calculate ballistic offsets
-Range dependent disturbed reticle sight
-Adaptive multispectral night vision
-Reducing complexity, weight, and bulk
-Cost and complexity reduction
• Fires / LASERs:
-Non-laser marking device or passive target engagement.
-Incorporation of terrestrial and celestial navigation into Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) equipment
-Integration of INS equipment with minimal start up time
-JTAC Simulation equipment
-Long Range image data transmission
-Non-proliferated band (out of band) illuminator/laser/sensor
-Non-laser marking device or passive target engagement.
-IR laser illuminator adjustable for short to long range use in one package
-Reducing complexity, weight, and bulk
-Cost and complexity reduction
Weapon Systems
• Round count and Tracking for weapon maintenance, barrel change
Ammunition/Demolition
• Polymer Cased lightweight ammo
Soldier Protection, Survival and Equipment Systems
• Hard Armor
-Lightweight
-Modular
• Special Operations Eye Protection
-Improved Anti-Fogging
-RX Options
-Improved Laser Protection
-Transition Lenses
• VAS Mounts
-Low Profile / Lighter Weight
-Interoperable with Multiple VAS Systems
• Website development for Special Operations Personal Equipment Advance Requirement (SPEAR) Asset Management
Tactical Combat Casualty Care Medical Systems
Find, Fix, Finish, Exploitation and Analyze
Read all of the details on what the day will entail and how to submit at www.fbo.gov.
