RCWS: Remote Controlled Weapon Station

[Kunal Biswas]

[h=1]Saab Trackfire - Remote Weapon Station [/h]

The Trackfire RWS is based on over 40 years of developing stabilised Electro-Optic platforms for the land and naval arenas. The user benefits from a next-generation, lightweight, fully stabilised and remotely operated weapon and sensor system which provides cutting edge performance in both of these domains. The Trackfire RWS is designed for use on all types of military platforms, including vehicles, vessels and static emplacements.




Trackfire RWS – Remote Weapon Station

 

[Kunal Biswas]

Mysterious STK 30mm RCWS..

Mysterious STK 30mm RCWS..

Their is little known abt this RCWS..

But its better than Samson 30mm RCWS, The degin is good as all the major wire and electrical/hydraulic are armored..

 

[Kunal Biswas]

South Korean RCWS..

 

[indian_sukhoi]

,AFAIK, The problem is it RCWS gun cannot be effective has a soldier on a turret with 360degree view than a personal watching in a screen.

Limits his view and reaction time. It limits the soldier to the operator screen!!



Maybe in future,........If they come up with a better solution.

- Like maybe 3rd glasses with zoom, infrared and other!

A helmet mounted sight showing complete image. Making the soldier feel and have the same advantages has the above manned gunner has


Or maybe like in CT games. A mouse to turn around and left click to shoot, easy to use

Just my two paisa!!

kunal sir for Jeep we should go for INSAS LMG with round drum magazine (75 bullets) and if possible as secondary weapon Multi Grenade Launcher 40 mm made by OFB under licence Ordnance Factory Board.

I think this is possible with present level of tech available with us. In future we can add our BMS to this system for network centric information and target info. This can also be used for other purpose like intell and watching enemy troops movement.

Sir
Dunno, Whether a Grenade launcher gun would be a good option in urban areas especially for a RCWS system.

Whereas using RCWS for intell gathering would definitely be usefull.

[video]http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=acf_1277668107[/video]

we can use this type of RCWS for our border managemsent and even in kargil kind of area if we can somehow supply continuous electricity for the device.

You mean up there in himalayas??
The cold winds and snow will surely screw the RCWS systems

Do these systems needs huge amount of electricity?. Hope it doent effect the BMS or truck to much!!

 

[Kunal Biswas]

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AFAIK, The problem is it RCWS gun cannot be effective has a soldier on a turret with 360degree view than a personal watching in a screen.

Limits his view and reaction time. It limits the soldier to the operator screen!!

Maybe in future,........If they come up with a better solution.

- Like maybe 3rd glasses with zoom, infrared and other!

Actually its better, In manned turret you have periscope which is very small and many are placed around you, During fire one cannot stick his head out to fire his MG, that`s how you see outside world, But in unmanned turret you have a clear 180degree Sight supported by thermal and NV and you can zoom from 3x to 50x, Also due to Unmannned systems, their is lot of space left out in a vehicle which can be use for other important priorities, But again these systems are delicate and needed to be maintained unlike a Human resource it have its own down sides..


I agree regarding that Idea of helmet mounted sight, Its in Indian MI-35 helo..

Indian MI-35 Pilot use such HMD.

Though downside can be expence, These are very expensive today, Might be someday their is a cheaper version..

Sir
Dunno, Whether a Grenade launcher gun would be a good option in urban areas especially for a RCWS system.

Whereas using RCWS for intell gathering would definitely be usefull.

You mean up there in himalayas??

The cold winds and snow will surely screw the RCWS systems

Do these systems needs huge amount of electricity?. Hope it doent effect the BMS or truck to much!!

IA use AGL-30 GL in CT ops, They are very good in suppression fire also very effective in use..

Such systems can be use over high altitudeMode so does Kashmir, Over Armored Vehicles, Such as MPVs..

 

[sayareakd]

an indian company makes 360 degree sight, plus it is always better to have HMD sight, rather then full lcd.

 

[Kunal Biswas]

ENFORCER II RCWS

http://www.selex-sas.com/EN/Common/files/SELEX_Galileo/Products/ENFORCER.pdf

 

[sayareakd]

Dual remote weapon station

 

[sayareakd]

This is another dual weapons station. Best part of this is that it got gun and missile into same remote weapons platform.
Hope in future IA also include this type of system.

 

[sayareakd]

another interesting system from Israel.

Thor – High Energy Laser IED Neutralization System

RAFAEL is introducing at Eurosatory a new high-energy laser weapon system, developed in Israel to defeat improvised explosive charges (IEDs), roadside bombs and unexploded ordnance (UXO) and other objects categorized "potentially explosive hazards". The vehicular, system is mounted on a remotely controlled weapon station, carrying the laser beam director and high-energy laser and coaxial 12.7mm machine gun to neutralize improvised explosive devices from a safe, standoff distance. This dual capability enables Thor to be used for offensive and defensive purposes, as well as for safe stand-off removal of explosive obstacles by laser directed energy or projectile kinetic energy. Since the laser is used to burn the IED, rather than activate it, it can be used to avoid collateral damage which can result from other neutralization procedures. The system's total weight is 850 kg, of which 250, including heavy machine gun and beam director are mounted on the externally.

The directed energy from the laser is capable of rapidly clearing unexploded ordnance and defeating IEDs by inducing a low-order burning or deflagration reaction in the explosive fill at safe stand-off ranges (see photos above). THOR uses powerful, air cooled laser, measuring up to 700 watt. The kinetic energy from the 12.7mm bullet fired by the M2 functions as a standoff disrupter, destroying fusing, thick-cased munitions and booby traps. The M2 machine gun also provides accurate, direct fire upon enemy forces and targets in either an offensive or defensive role.



The system is modular and can be installed on a variety of vehicles and weapon stations, as an add-on system. The system is already operational is used by Combat Engineering and EOD/IED Defeat Forces, to enable on-the-move removal of explosive obstacles such as IED's, mines, UXO and others, with embedded self-protection capability. Thor has demonstrated combat effectiveness in operational engagements bringing an additional precision fire gun platform to the fight, while at the same time filling a unique tactical mission role.

Developed by Rafael Armament Development Authority Ltd., Thor is now available for sale and integration in the United States by GD-OTS through a teaming agreement with Rafael. The system will be on display at the Eurosatory 2006 exhibition in June, 2006.

Thor – High Energy Laser IED Neutralization System | Defense Update


wont mind getting some of these for arjun and T90S tanks

 

[Kunal Biswas]

EOS R200 RCWS remote controlled weapon system (EOS - Australia)

RCWS FN DeFNder Medium (FN Herstal - Belgium)

 

[Kunal Biswas]

ARX 20 Land Remote Controlled Weapon Station

Nexter systems introduces ARX 20 Land Remote Controlled Weapon Station. In comparison with 0.5 machine gun mounts, ARX 20 provides both superior and total crew protection.


The 20mm cannon superior firepower

* Provides stand-offs against heavily gunned asymetric threats.
* Immediate stopping power.
* Destroys light armoured vehicles.

Total crew protection

* all functions (system operation, target detection and fire) are operated under protection.
* Long range effectiveness (up to 2000m)

Main functions

* Day / night observation over 360°.
* Fire on the move (Gyro-stabilised station)
* Remotely-operated.

Easy integration on any carrier and for any mission

* Reduced weight and compactness, low mechanical constraints on the carrier
* Designrd to be integrated on different types of carriers, including light 4x4 vehicles
* Well suited for security missions and for urban area combat

 

[Kunal Biswas]

TRT-25 mm Tactical Remote Turret BAE Systems

The TRT-25 is fitted with a dual-feed 25 mm M242 Bushmaster cannon with two 130-round bins, a 7.62 mm machine gun with 1,000 rounds, and four smoke grenade launchers. The Tactical Remote Turret (TRT) is operated by one person and provides self protection and ground fire support for Light Armoured Vehicles (LAV), Mine Protected Vehicles (MPV) and Infantry Combat Vehicles (ICV).

The TRT-25 'Tactical Remote Turret' is intended for a range of applications on Armoured Personnel Carriers (APC) and ICV vehicles. With minor changes, it can accept a number of weapons, including 20 mm calibre ranging up to the 30x113 mm ATK M230 cannon and the Mk 44 Bushmaster, the latter using a larger cradle. Depending on the weapon and selected sight, the TRT-25 is effective beyond 2,000 m and will allow day and night observation, as well as engagement on the move. A co-axial 7.62 mm machine gun is fitted for close fire support. The system is equipped with electro-mechanical drives and sight equipment giving it all round observation, fast reaction time and accurate weapon firing. Its range and effectiveness is determined by the choice of weapon. The system is equipped with safety interlocks and mechanisms for effective and safe use of the weapon from behind cover. The operator is protected while controlling the system remotely from inside the vehicle.

 

[indian_sukhoi]

No wonder,.............Future Wars are becoming like Video Games!!!

Sitting beside a computer, operating a drone to do the job. while your safe

In that case,.............Iam quite eligible for the Job with 6yrs of CS game experience.

I agree regarding that Idea of helmet mounted sight, Its in Indian MI-35 helo..

Though downside can be expence, These are very expensive today, Might be someday their is a cheaper version..

Then a simple 21'inch LCD with a Mouse to move, scroll and zoom would be Cost effective

Sir, How do the RCWS cockpit looks like?. Do they have any kind of LCDs screens to operate. Plz share picture if have some!

Such systems can be use over high altitudeMode so does Kashmir, Over Armored Vehicles, Such as MPVs..

They might now be useful in Srinagar type areas but what how mush effective will they be over the Mountains at LOC and Siachen!!

Has far has i know,............These things were never tested properly over Himalayan regions. The Cold winds and unpredicted weather will definitely screw it. When it comes to Siachen and other frontier regions, We have to rely over Manpower.


Heck,.......Even stealth aircrafts dont work properly. The Unpredicted snow rain and winds will surely damage its stealth features.

 

[sayareakd]

Sir, How do the RCWS cockpit looks like?. Do they have any kind of LCDs screens to operate. Plz share picture if have some!

 

[sayareakd]

 

[Kunal Biswas]

In that case,.............Iam quite eligible for the Job with 6yrs of CS game experience.

In this case you need to go through Military basic training which surely get the best out of a Man the Hard way..

Than may be you are allowed to touch the joy stick

Then a simple 21'inch LCD with a Mouse to move, scroll and zoom would be Cost effective

The most important objective in any system is to lower the electronic signature by reducing electronic package, HMD units are smaller electronic packages compare to a whole set of Screen and Joy stick system of today..

Also this should be noted the control unit of these RCWS are very strongly build so they can take shocks of bumping on rough roads, Or talking Hits from enemy fire..

I assume you cannot use 21inch screen here..

They might now be useful in Srinagar type areas but what how mush effective will they be over the Mountains at LOC and Siachen!!

Has far has i know,............These things were never tested properly over Himalayan regions. The Cold winds and unpredicted weather will definitely screw it. When it comes to Siachen and other frontier regions, We have to rely over Manpower.

Heck,.......Even stealth aircrafts dont work properly. The Unpredicted snow rain and winds will surely damage its stealth features.

There are no vehicles operating in Siachen forward outposts, There is no place to run vehicles..

Stryker MGS is using a Larger and more complex RCWS or Unmanned turret with 105mm cannon, tested in arctic region in cold environment..

Indian Army Helo are more complex system operates in Siachen areas..


The thread is not about stealth Aircrafts..

 

[Kunal Biswas]

Russian Adunok RCWS

 

[Kunal Biswas]

Lemur RCWS

 

[Kunal Biswas]

KMW Amarok turret