MDARS-E

摘要

1. Procurement starting 2. MDARS-E production is at a low rate 3. Early prototypes used in testing could be pressed into service in Iraq 4. Total number acquired may range from 16 to 30 ground vehicles or higher 5. Boost in demand could extend production run. Description. Unmanned ground vehicle. Sponsor. The U.S. Department of Defense through the Unmanned Ground Vehicles Joint Project Office. The program is managed by the Physical Security Equipment and Management Office at Ft. Belvoir, Virginia. Overall technical direction for the program is provided by the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center, San Diego (SSC San Diego). Status. Production under way. The MDARS-E program has experienced some delays. A four-year development contract was awarded in January 2002.