Non-Line-of-Sight Launch System
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The Non Line of Sight Launch System (NLOS-LS) is a self-contained missile launch system under development by NetFires LLC, a partnership between Lockheed Martin and Raytheon for the US Army's Future Combat Systems and the US Navy's Littoral Combat Ship. Each Container Launch Unit (CLU) consists of 15 missiles, and a computer communications system. The missiles are fired and controlled remotely.
There are two types of missiles:
- Precision Attack Munition (PAM) - Used to attack vehicles, armor, bunkers, and other targets of opportunity. Utilizes 3 modes of guidance, GPS, semi-active LASER designated, and autonomous infrared. Carries a multi-mode warhead effective against several types of targets.
- Loitering Attack Munition (LAM) - Equipped with sensor package to perform surveillance and targeting as well as direct attack.
| Future Combat Systems Subsystems |
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| The Future Force Warrior | The Network |
| Manned Ground Vehicles: Mounted Combat System | Infantry Carrier Vehicle | Non-Line-of-Sight Cannon | Non-Line-of-Sight Mortar | Reconnaissance and Surveillance Vehicle | Command and Control Vehicle | Medical Vehicle | Recovery and Maintenance Vehicle |
| Unmanned Ground Vehicles: Armed Robotic Vehicle | Small Unmanned Ground Vehicle | Multifunctional Utility/Logistics and Equipment |
| Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs): Class I UAV | Class II UAV | Class III UAV | Class IV UAV |
| Devices: Non-Line-of-Sight Launch System | Intelligent Munitions System | Unattended Ground Systems |
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