Robotics for Physical Security; Phase II, DNA-TR-86-231
Arlington, VA: Science Applications International Corporation, 1986. DTIC reprint. Wraps. 114 pages per DOD Form 1473. Figures. Tables. Bibliography. Acronyms. Ink notation on front cover (report title). The distribution limitations stated on the title page are believed to no longer be effective due to the passage of time and advances in technology. This study used a staged approach. The analysis steps included Characterization of sites, threats, and existing physical security systems; Functional analysis of security system requirements, including task definition; and Concept development and evaluation of equipment modules, functional subsystems, and security system elements; and System definition of robotic elements of a physical security system, including concept refinement. Referenced appendices are NOT included in this document. This paper develops specific recommendations and concepts for the implementation of robotics systems to fulfill specifically identified nuclear weapon physical security tasks. These automated systems are designed to offer a more efficient, cost-effective alternative to existing systems and to reduce the amount of manpower required to provide site security. In this respect, the most promising concepts for development appear to be a fixed weapon and sensor platform and an upgraded human-drived mobile platform. All concepts incorporate a modular design, which provides flexibility and adaptability and allows for future systems growth. Recommended weapons are, for lethal applications, the turret-mounted M134 Minigun (7.62mm) and the M129 Grenade launcher (44mm) for non-lethal operations. Sensors were broken down into two groups: detection and assessment/response. Recommended detection sensors are comprised of a microwave motion detector and a video motion detector. A combination of closed circuit television camera and thermal imager is suggested as the optimal sensing mechanism for assessment and response. Condition: Good.
Keywords: Physical Security, Nuclear Weapons, Robotics, Teleoperation, Fixed Security Platform, Threat Assessment, Fixed Weapon Platform, Human-Driven Mobile Platform, Automated Systems, Turret-Mounted, M134 Minigun, M129, Grenade Launcher, Microwave Motion De
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