Operational Assessment

To update and substantiate military user requirements for the next-generation EOD remote-controlled vehicle program, IDD’s Operational Analysis Team conducted a new Remote-Controlled Vehicle Operational Assessment (RCVOA). The original RCVOA was completed prior to the onset of recent combat operations and thus focused primarily on peacetime requirements. This effort focused on capturing data based on wartime experiences by interviewing EOD technicians who have used robotic platforms in actual combat situations. Additionally, the assessment collected data relating to the strengths and weaknesses of operationally deployed robotic platforms. Requests for additional information should be sent to iddsubgroup@tswg.gov.