Anti-Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) Technologies Navy SBIR FY2004.2 - Quick Response Topics Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2004.2 Topic No.: N04-902 Topic Title: Anti-Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) Technologies Proposal No.: N042-902-0252 Firm: Metal Storm, Inc 4350 N. Fairfax Dr Suite 810 Arlington, Virginia 22203 Contact: Arthur Schatz Phone: (703) 248-8220 Web Site: www.metalstorm.com Abstract: During recent military actions in both Afghanistan and Iraq, a serious and deadly threat to US forces, and in particular convoys, has emerged. Chief among these is the Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG), which is causing significant casualties to US personnel and disrupting allied operations. RPG's are difficult to defeat because conventional jamming techniques are ineffective against unguided munitions, and the distances from which they are launched result in very short windows of opportunity. The proposed Anti-RPG SBIR concept is to employ Metal StormT technology as the means of applying effective firepower against the threat, aimed and controlled by Northrop Grumman's threat identification and fire control technologies. The Metal StormT concept utilizes multiple barrels in a variety of effective configurations with multiple projectiles per barrel, and electronic firing with no moving parts to achieve extremely high rates of fire over short periods of time. The precision of this firepower is achieved by proper integration of the Metal StormT aiming pods with Northrop Grumman's proven target acquisition and tracking systems. A wide variety of options in Metal StormT munitions and Northrop Grumman control systems allows tailoring of the designs for optimum performance. Benefits: Successful development of Anti-RPG system will significantly improve protection against anti-vehicle/personnel RPG threats. Other military applications include land-based area denial in high risk environments such as airfield protection from similar threats using perimeter-based Metal StormT rapid reaction pods integrated with the Northrop Grumman high-speed mounting, acquisition, identification and fire control capabilities. Commercial applications include commercial airports as well as other selected high value/risk targets such as nuclear and hydro electric facilities, embassies, and other infrastructure deemed potential targets under the Homeland Security guidelines. Return