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Distributed Autonomy/Responsive Control – DA/RC
Removing the dependency of unmanned systems on continuous communication.
Northrop Grumman’s DA/RC system is a leading prototype Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) system. It connects and controls a wide range of complex systems across all domains and services in highly contested environments.
This mature transformational software provides decision making superiority for a manned/unmanned fleet in up to a highly contested environment. Through DA/RC, operators are able to control a large number of assets at machine speed with scalable degrees of human oversight.
DA/RC capability will be instrumental in shaping the future of combat by enabling technology to work in closer collaboration with people. This transformational technology enables seamless human-machine collaboration for effective decision-making and cooperative mission management across distributed manned and unmanned assets.
Connected to Defend
By distributing autonomy to each vehicle and automating time-critical tactical decision making, DA/RC allows missions to continue even in non-permissive environments where communication links may be jammed.
Ars Technicast Special Edition: The Role of Open Systems in Connecting the Joint Force
The role of open systems plays an important part in connecting what’s referred to as the “Joint Force.” It is the combined and coordinated functioning of multiple service branches from the US and its international allies. Listen to Richard Sullivan, VP, on Ars Technica’s podast to learn more on how the Joint Force is becoming one.
Goals of this Revolutionary Software:
- Remove the dependency of unmanned systems on continuous communication
- Automate the real-time tactical decision-making and routine tasks currently provided by humans for manned and unmanned systems
- Improve the efficiency and accuracy of tactical decision-making required to operate multiple, cooperating systems in complex, dynamic, hostile environments
- Reduce overall manpower
- Provide an effective interface for humans to regulate, supervise and manage system behavior at all levels from total force to individual subsystems
- Provide a interoperable/scalable architecture (UCI, OMS, micro services, cloud based)
The DA/RC approach underscores the power of human-machine teaming and enables faster, more efficient decision-making in complex and dynamic environments in the future.
In the News
Northrop Grumman Rapidly Completes Critical Design Review for Tranche 1 Transport Layer
42-satellite constellation will provide resilient, secure communications for U.S. troops operating globally
Air Force launches spy drones over South China Sea
The Northrop-Grumman-made now-in-development DA/RC system seeks to distribute greater measures of autonomy into the aircraft itself.
Northrop Pitches Autonomous Battle Management Software for ABMS
Air Force Magazine reports on how Northrop Grumman aims to shed light on the joint all-domain command and control dilemma.
Northrop Grumman Brings DA/RC View to the Modern Battlefield
AUVSI News reports on how intelligent systems, manned and unmanned, work together
Northrop Grumman to Demonstrate Electronic Warfare Suite Prototype for US Air Force F-16 Fighter
The goal is to provide spherical radar warning, threat identification and countermeasure capabilities to protect aircrews from modern electromagnetic spectrum threats.
Northrop Grumman Simultaneously Intercepts Multiple Threats During Flight Test
Successful US Army flight test further demonstrates IBCS’ unprecedented interoperability and ability to detect, track and simultaneously engage threats
Northrop Grumman Showcases Autonomous Maritime Capabilities at U.S. Navy’s Advanced Naval Technology Exercise
Exercise demonstrated air drop of sonobuoys from a Northrop Grumman Fire Scout surrogate aircraft and deployed the Northrop Grumman micro synthetic aperture sonar (µSAS) with real-time automated target recognition on a man-portable UUV