TowerHawk

The TowerHawk system provides a remote engagement, direct fire capability, while allowing the operator to remain protected under cover. TowerHawk can be connected with most tactical networks. TowerHawk can rapidly slew to target geolocations and operate in GPS-denied environments. The system can be used for force protection and may also be used to cover quick reaction forces (QRFs). The accuracy of the system results in low/no collateral damage, reducing the likelihood of civilian casualties (CIVCAS).

TowerHawk consists of a precision Remote Weapon Station (RWS) attached to a mounting structure and an Operator Station (OS) connected via fiber optic cable. An additional Electro-Optic/Infrared (EO/IR) sensor ball assists in target detection, positive ID, and hit/miss assessment and provides target tracking capabilities. This remotely operated system can be mounted on structurally adequate towers, structures, vehicles, or on the ground.

Experimental History

TowerHawk has been tested and demonstrated at multiple locations. Over 2500 rounds have been fired during development.

• Autonomous Rotorcraft Sniper System (ARSS): 2008 – 2009 (Utah, Ft. Eustis, Ft. Pickett)
• Redstone Arsenal Test Area – 1 (TA-1): January – October 2011
• Adaptive Red Team /Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART/TSOA): TSOA 12-4: August 2012 and TSOA 14-1: November 2013
• Army Expeditionary Warrior Experiment (AEWE) 2015: January – March 2015
• Network Integration Evaluation / Army Warfighter Assessment (NIE / AWA) 16.1: September – October 2015

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