Janes on Sg ACMS
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Advanced Combat Man System: This uses lightweight battlefield computers and various sensors to enhance the fighting effectiveness of SAF infantry, especially in night combat. Software for this system has been written by a CET Technologies, a unit of ST Electronics.
The ACMS is a joint project between the Singapore Army, the Defence Science & Technology Agency, and ST Engg's electronics unit, ST Elec. Previously known as the Futuristic Soldier System, this tripartite initiative aims to use cutting edge technology to boost the firepower, accuracy, and survivability of SAF soldiers.
ST Elec's involvement in the ACMS project is spearheaded by its subsidiary, CET Technologies. Among the features of the ACMS are weapon sights that allow the soldier to identify, track, and gun down targets in night combat using an advanced variant of the SAR-21 5.56mm assault rifle. The SAR-21, made by ST Engg unit, ST Kinetics, is fielded by the Singapore Army and has been tested by foreign armies.
The concept also envisions fitting SAF soldiers with advanced, lightweight body armour that can shield them against small arms fire and shell fragments.
This report says Janes 01.Oct 2006 about Sg Advanced Combat Man System(ACMS)
DSTA participates in Task Force Singapore at Eurosatory 2006 ,
Jane's Eurosatory 2006 News Briefs - 13 June 2006 ,
Singapore is strongly manned for future UVs
2.Pl post English version here.
MYTH OR REALITY :NETWORK-CENTRIC WARARE AND INTEGRATED COMMAND AND CONTROL IN THE INFORMATION AGE?
---- LTC Seng Hock Lim,
Singapore Armed Forces,October 2003 at CANADIAN FORCES COLLEGE
3.One such program: the Advanced Combat Man System, has produced a lightweight handguard that controls an integrated laser range finder, digital compass and a targeting camera. Top that, Q.
---''Bond Would Love This '' Newsweek (International edition) - October 18, 2004
4.DSTA harnesses technology to enhance the Advanced Combat Man SystemARMY OPEN HOUSE 2004
Future soldiers to fight better with less
Improved combat system weighs less but is more rugged, has more lethal firepower and comes with voice recognition instead of buttons
By David Boey
THE Singapore Armed Forces' (SAF) vision of transforming each infantry soldier into a warrior of the future - armed with lethal firepower and sensors that allow him to fight at night - has moved a step closer to reality.
The Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA), which manages weapons programmes for the Ministry of Defence and SAF, said yesterday that initial trials of the Advanced Combat Man System have shown key reductions in weight and improvements in reliability over previous equipment.
The improved system - which includes weapons, sensors and equipment that future soldiers may carry into battle - will be showcased at the Safti Military Institute at this weekend's Army Open House, said the Ministry of Defence yesterday.
Lieutenant-Colonel Jason Lim from Headquarters Armour, which is organising the event's Army Transformation exhibits, said: 'The soldier of the SAF's third-generation fighting force must be able to see better, sense better, shoot better and survive better.'
The public got its first glimpse of what future SAF infantrymen will be armed with at the last Army Open House in 2002.
DSTA project manager Choo Hui Wei said two years of development have allowed DSTA to cut down the weight of the load that soldiers have to carry by some 20 per cent.
'The weight of the system will not only affect the mobility of the soldier, it will inevitably affect the soldier's fighting capabilities,' he said.
Mr Choo added that a challenge was to provide soldiers with enhanced capabilities to communicate with one another and deliver more lethal firepower 'without adding extra weight, and where possible, even taking weight off the soldiers'.
The project team's target: to keep the weight of weapons and equipment a soldier has to lug around to 'less than one-third of an average soldier's body weight'.
To do so entails a balancing act, Mr Choo said, as the team has to design the whole system so that it is compact and yet its fighting capabilities are not compromised.
Weight issues aside, Mr Choo said the improved system uses 'voice recognition in place of buttons and keys' to exchange data with other soldiers.
'It has made it more intuitive for the soldier, as he can now use it just like talking to his buddy.'
He added that the system has also been made more rugged to withstand stresses on the battlefield and rough handling, and more user-friendly.
One of the key areas where weight has been cut is the Singapore-made SAR-21 assault rifle, which is the standard rifle that infantrymen now carry.
Back in 2002, sensors and weapon sights were added to the rifle to improve its accuracy, but this raised its weight to more than 8kg.
The new version is 3kg lighter as it uses sensors which are less bulky and lighter, Mr Choo said.
The additional sensors fitted to the weapon allow soldiers to shoot around corners with the help of a TV camera attached under the gun barrel. Night-vision equipment allows soldiers to fight in complete darkness without using visible light.
'With enhanced superior knowledge and precision engagement capabilities, our future warrior's situational awareness is raised and their survivability is enhanced,' he added.
'Given the knowledge of the enemies' whereabouts, the soldier will have the ability to execute precise tactical engagement before being engaged by the enemy.'
Closer look of future soldier
another look of hi tech soldier,more graphic info
so many.check it out urself lah -
great marketing...
i only hope it doesn't translate into:
1) ridiculously unwieldly NVG that u can never wear comfortably nor see...
2) ridiculous add-on components that messes up the "outstanding balance" they managed to achieve with the SAR-21...
3) ridiculously heavy HUD unit and power supply that adds to the soldier's combat load without increasing the soldier's effectiveness...
4) ridiculously cranky blue-tooth connections that u would rather scream to your buddy rather than use it...
A lot of things looks good on paper... the failure is usually when engineers fail to factor in field conditions and the comfort of the user...
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what about those wearing spec ??? how to put on the nvg ?
ya agree looks on paper, but wait till it is really tested on exercises.
1. fogging of nvg and scopes, have they solve that problem
2. overloading and retraining of NS man
3. Re sup of all spare parts, batteries, etc..etc -
Wayang ah Wayang ah wayang wayang! Hoi!
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There have been significant improvements from the original state over the years but i think more needs to be done to make this system more relevant and realistic for combat.
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The engineers should not only base their designs on the feedback they get from higher-up the chain of command, but through the line unit's troopers as well as their own experience in the field. If not, you design something which you think might help, but it ends up a big cock up, who suffers? Not the pompous 1,2 or 3 Star chaps, but the boots on the ground.
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it can either go over the specs r u can adjust the nvg to cope with the soldier's needsOriginally posted by justcooler:what about those wearing spec ??? how to put on the nvg ?
ya agree looks on paper, but wait till it is really tested on exercises.
1. fogging of nvg and scopes, have they solve that problem
2. overloading and retraining of NS man
3. Re sup of all spare parts, batteries, etc..etc
But yea hopefully it doesnt cock up and we end up ditching it or being forced to use it -
i wonder which SIR would become the experimental batt to try out these new tech stuff.
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ADF?Originally posted by beavan:i wonder which SIR would become the experimental batt to try out these new tech stuff. -
I agree that it is all " wayang ".
All the hi tech can only work when the basics are right - a fit , determined , courageous, well trained soldier with fighting spirit & topped up by a warrior mentality.
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don't they train for ops? i mean, they would be the first few people to be sent overseas if there is a need for a SAF presence there. therefore OPS training would be more important rather than testing of these new stuff..?Originally posted by |-|05|:ADF? -
There is a unit set up just for testing out new systems.
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i was under the impression that the Army Development Force is for testing out these stuffOriginally posted by beavan:don't they train for ops? i mean, they would be the first few people to be sent overseas if there is a need for a SAF presence there. therefore OPS training would be more important rather than testing of these new stuff..? -
oops are they?Originally posted by |-|05|:i was under the impression that the Army Development Force is for testing out these stuff
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Lol well i was under the impression they are our testers forever thing new.....doctrines and gear.Originally posted by beavan:oops are they? -
see thro wall?? ya! ya!
Another made-in-Singapore sensor designed for urban fighting is a detection system that can 'see' through walls.
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Called the 'Through-wall Surveillance Technology', developed by DSO National Laboratories, it can detect motion through a one-layer brick wall.
http://www.dso.org.sg/home/newsevents/newsevents_showpage.aspx?id=44
''The made-in-S'pore edge'',The Sunday Times, Sunday, 26 February 2006
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Originally posted by lionnoisy:
See thru walls... they shud just issue some see thru clothes goggles for airport security...
see thro wall?? ya! ya!
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http://www.dso.org.sg/home/newsevents/newsevents_showpage.aspx?id=44
''The made-in-S'pore edge'',The Sunday Times, Sunday, 26 February 2006
Innovative and ingenious military inventions will provide critical advantage to soldiers in urban warfare,By Felix Soh [/b]
Seriously, this entire 3G warrior thing is still very conceptual. IMO is that they are still exploring the capabilities of the individual sub component and have yet to put everything together, submit it under rigorous field testing in order the streamline down the package. -
ADVANCED COMBATMAN SYSTEM (ACMS), AA 2006 Fact Sheet
http://www.stee.st.com.sg/newsrm/2006/prt-02-04.htmThe ACMS is the centre-piece of a highly integrated structure of manned and unmanned platforms, air and ground, weapon and sensors assets. This seamless integration results in a more effective and efficient, unified combat force, significantly enhancing co-ordinated operations between the intra- and inter-fighting units – allowing the soldier to see and fight better on the battlefield.
Leveraging on technology, the ACMS enhances the soldierÂ’s lethality, situational awareness and survivability. The soldier is equipped with a battlefield monitoring system, navigation capabilities that enables him to manoeuvre quickly and accurately in engaging enemy targets from unexpected directions. He is part of the digitised battlefield that provides a superior situation awareness, allowing him to make informed decisions and take quick action.
With improved weaponry, such as the Round Corner Firing, the soldierÂ’s survivability is enhanced as he can fire around corners, from behind cover and from remote platforms while minimally exposing himself to enemy fire.
The Advanced Combat Man System will achieve a quantum improvement in the soldierÂ’s fighting capabilities through :
Connectivity
..........Networked to his peers, manned and unmanned platforms
Situation Awareness
..........Monitoring of positions of own forces and enemies
..........GPS/Map navigation
Lethality
..........Indirect aiming
..........Responsive fire support
Inter-operability
..........Seamless operations with other fighting systems
Survivability
..........Body Armour