EOS showcases advanced C-UAS capabilities at US Army Project Convergence Capstone 4

Huntsville, Alabama-based contractor EOS Defense Systems USA (EOS) participated in the US Army's Project Convergence Capstone 4 (PC-C4) during the period 15 to 20 March at the Army's National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California.

EOS demonstrated the capabilities of an R600 Remote Weapon Station equipped with a Northrop Grumman M230LF cannon, coaxial machine gun, and four Javelin missiles on an Army Small Multipurpose Equipment Transport (S-MET) robotic infantry support vehicle. EOS successfully shot down pairs of Class 1 UAVs at ranges of more than 300m and engaged multiple ground targets with 30mm cannon from this robotic platform. These capabilities paired with four of the premier anti-armor missiles in the world represents a significant increase in firepower available to light forces on a platform that is currently being fielded. The R600 provides both light- and medium-caliber firepower and the added lethality of multiple anti-tank or anti-air missiles, offering a major differentiating capability and addressing a critical need of US and allied forces.

Several experienced industry partners contributed to this success. The C-UAS exercise was conducted against Boresight Aerial Targets’ low-cost UAVs which provided challenging and realistic target sets. The Javelin missile capability is being supported by the Javelin Joint Venture team.

The event was a critical venue for Army senior leaders to assess new technologies needed to ensure the Army's success in future conflicts as well as inform acquisition and force structure decisions. As human-machine integration continues to be a key strategic priority, the demonstration was an important opportunity to evaluate unmanned and remote solutions which provide essential protections to the warfighter. EOS' unique and ultra-precise RWS paired with a proven, multi-functional robotic vehicle is a viable and cost-effective solution that can address strategic Army priorities in the C-UAS domain and increased lethality for light forces.

The demonstration at Project Convergence highlighted specific capabilities under controlled conditions. Typically, EOS’ Remote Weapon Stations can effectively engage targets up to 800m with a 7.62mm machine gun and out to 1200m with a 30x113mm cannon.