SOLDIER BATTLE LAB

• 19 pages
• For Official Use Only
• March 17, 2006

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A. Introduction. Under DA Authorization, TRADOC and Rapid Equipment Fielding (REF) purchased TACTICOMP and Ku SATCOM systems for the 1-23 IN, 3/2 SBCT for use during a National Training Center (NTC) mission readiness exercise and future deployment. TRADOC Spiral Development Division tasked USAIC Infantry Futures and the SBL to observe the unit and their employment of these systems. The observation team was a compilation of personnel from the SBL Futures Branch, TSM-SB C4ISR, and DCD Battle Command Division.

(1) TACTICOMP is a battle command system designed to provide a Soldier with Voice over IP (VoIP), situational awareness, data reports, instant messaging, and streaming video capability down to squad level. The TACTICOMP 6 (T6) is vehicle-mounted and the TACTICOMP 1.5 (T1.5) is hand-held. The T1.5 includes a Tactisight Head-Mounted Display (HMD) and a Combat Controller. This ad hoc self-healing mesh network allows the TACTICOMPs to route between each other extending the range capability.

(2) Ku SATCOM WBOTM is a vehicle mounted satellite communications wideband on the move system that enhances the TACTICOMPs capabilities to provide greater operational range. It also allows direct worldwide communication via a satellite phone.

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A. Introduction.

(1) Purpose. Provide observation results that will assist TRADOC leadership in determining future TACTICOMP and Ku SATCOM systems procurement.

(2) Background. Under DA Authorization, TRADOC and REF purchased TACTICOMP and Ku SATCOM systems for the 1-23 IN, 3/2 SBCT for use during a NTC mission readiness exercise and future deployment. TRADOC Spiral Development Division tasked USAIC Infantry Futures and the SBL to observe the unit and their employment of these systems. The observation team was a compilation of personnel from the SBL Futures Branch, TSM-SB C4ISR, and DCD Battle Command Division.

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