Urban Camouflage for the Individual Soldier System (SCI-157) |
| Type | RTO Task Group | |
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RTO-TR-SCI-157 - Urban Camouflage for the Individual Soldier System |
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| Request Information | Contact STO/CSO Panel Office | |
| Dates | Approved:
2005
Start: 1/1/2005 End: 12/15/2009 |
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| Classification | OTHER | |
| Principal Military References | Maintenance of Military Posture; Collective Defence; Peace Support Operation; | |
| Covered Military Functions | Reconnaissance, Surveillance and Target Acquisition; Intelligence Support; Special Operations; Land Operations; | |
| Keywords | Camouflage; Survivability; Urban; Infantry Soldier; Signature Management | |
| Leading RTO Panel | SCI | |
| In Coordination with | NAAG | |
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| Additional Information | Topics: Many extreme demands are imposed on the infantry soldier, and they have to be evaluated within an overall systems concept. SCI-096 has investigated the multi-spectral signature of the infantry soldier in various backgrounds. The signature is influenced by clothing and the equipment carried. It varies with time of day, weather, and seasons. However, the particular case of urban areas needs more detailed study. The Group will establish the multi-spectral signature problem of fighting in the city. What are the relevant parameters? Can camouflage provide a solution? The correlation of the significant signature parameters and their constraints will be investigated. Background: Advances in modern sensor systems have made increased efforts in countersurveillance essential in order to improve the individual soldier’s chances of survival on the battlefield. A battlefield of particular importance is close combat in urban areas. Expected military benefits are a chance for increased survival of those involved in dismounted close combat and enhanced mission effectiveness. Results will complement other enhancements underway in the nations under the heading of "Soldier Modernisation". Objectives: There is serious concern about protecting the infantry soldier during urban combat situations. The capability to provide stationary vehicles and weapon systems with multi spectral camouflage has been demonstrated and service implementations are underway. The same cannot be said for the soldier involved in dismounted close combat where movement and physiological issues impose significant constraints on the options available. To date acceptable, successful multi-spectral signature control for the infantryman is not available. |
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