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.: N042-902-0845 Firm: HEM Technologies 3518 27th St Lubbock, Texas 79410-2034 Contact: David Hemmert Phone: (806) 441-1147 Web Site: www.hemtechnologies.com Abstract: The availability and use of the Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) systems for hit and run ambushes has placed US and allied forces in a vulnerable position while trying to conduct peacekeeping operations. For combat units, the necessity to minimize collateral damage, prevent harm to noncombatants, and still defeat the threat does not allow for normal combat drills. Additional problems occur for service and support units, which are extremely vulnerable to attack due to the lack of armor protection and firepower. Finally, static positions and bases are also vulnerable to RPG attacks, either in the direct fire or indirect fire mode. HEM Technologies and Texas Tech University intend to exploit possible RPG vulnerability to electromagnetic radiation in order to destroy/neutralize the RPG. We propose to use a burst of directed electromagnetic pulses to establish an electromagnetic barrier to destroy/neutralize the warhead while in flight. It also has potential excellent carryover use against other threats such as Improvised Explosive Devices (IED's) and could provide standoff protection for Explosive Ordinance units or for clearing a room or building of booby traps. Commercialization of the device is possible in any demolition or mining activity as an alternate means of detonation. Benefits: Commercialization of the device is possible although limited, as it may be used potentially in any demolition or mining activity as an alternate means of detonation. It also will provide system components with a wide variety of uses. The high repetition rate Marx generator has many uses as a pulsed power source for both industrial and research purposes. HEM Technologies intends to pursue the application of the device for mine clearing operations in such places as Bosnia, Africa, and Afghanistan. Return