La necesidad de mayores alcances para la artillería de campaña ha dado lugar a nuevos desarollos que potencien las capacidades de los sistemas existentes, como es el caso de Sistemas Autopropulsados de Artillería M109. En relación con ello, el desarrollo también de municiones con mayores alcances y precisión extrema, ha dado lugar a proyectos como el kit PGK- AJ.
Mature solution transforms conventional artillery shells into precision munitions with GPS anti-jam guidance capabilities.Emerging needs
Adversaries’ emerging jamming capabilities are threatening the effectiveness of the U.S. Army’s existing artillery precision guidance kits. BAE Systems’ Precision Guidance Kit – Anti-Jam (PGK-AJ) technology will meet current and future anti-jam requirements, and advance on previously successful capabilities developed to improve the reliability of precision-strike functions in GPS-jammed environments. This kit will be compatible with existing inventories of artillery shells and multiple firing platforms, including:
- M795 and M549A1 standard projectiles
- M109A7 self-propelled Howitzers
- M777A2 lightweight towed Howitzers (manufactured by BAE Systems)
- Miscellaneous developmental rounds and firing platforms
Technology evolution
The PGK-AJ builds on mature technology to improve the accuracy of 155mm projectiles. It will increase maneuverability and incorporate anti-jam capability – requirements for today’s evolving battle space.
Innovative guidance
The kit combines enhanced Global Positions System (GPS)-based navigation with an innovative, roll-stabilized guidance unit and antenna array. This integrated technology, paired with a proven, variable deflection canard control method, allows for advanced in-flight correction capabilities.
The PGK-AJ technology is designed to help warfighters complete every mission accurately:
- Precision at longer distances keeps soldiers away from threats
- Improved GPS anti-jam performance
Reduced dispersion
Our kit dramatically reduces the dispersion associated with 155mm unguided artillery rounds, achieving precision target engagement. Projectiles fitted with PGK-AJ provide artillery teams on the battlefield with accurate fire support capabilities that friendly forces can rely on in urban areas.
- Improved accuracy against modern threats
- Reduced Circular Error of Probability (CEP)
- Decreased collateral damage
Low cost
PGK-AJ requires less ammunition than conventional artillery to complete the mission, saving on costs, and increasing effectiveness.
Fuente: https://www.baesystems.com
