The constantly changing complex global security challenges in the undersea environment require innovative warfare solutions that constantly push the limits of technology. Since AAC’s founding in 1989, AAC has been focused on the design and delivery of technologically advanced systems for the warfighter through execution of “Rapid Capability Insertion (RCI)” programs.

Leveraging commercial-of-the-shelf (COTS) technology enables Naval Platform’s onboard computing power to grow at nearly the same rate as commercial industry facilitating regular updates to signal-processing software to maximize the utilization of the additional computing power. RCI programs provide vast improvements in sensor performance utilization without changing the actual sensor, therefore providing the most advanced sensing capabilities at the most reasonable cost.

AN/SQQ-89(V)15

The system employs an open architecture business model using state-of-the-art commercial computing technology and cloud computing advancements. The system is designed to achieve a single, common hypervisor technology configuration to reduce system life cycle costs while allowing for rapid war fighting capability.

AST Inputs

Common Acoustic Simulation Environment (CASE)

CASE is the fleet, physics-based, acoustic simulation software for Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) platforms, modeling and simulation activities. CASE utilizes AAC’s WaveMap3D ocean model to provide dynamic high-fidelity simulation of the ocean environment.

Combined Active and Passive
Towed Array Sonar (CAPTAS)

World Class Undersea Warfare Solutions for Tomorrow’s Navy – Operational at sea since 2002

Combined Active and Passive Towed Array Sonar (CAPTAS) is a key sensor technology for identifying submarines operating in difficult sonar environments such as littoral waters. The CAPTAS family offers a range of performance levels, providing solutions for the full spectrum of naval requirements and ship sizes. The CAPTAS is available in one, two and four free-flooded ring models:

CAPTAS-1, 2 and 4 respectively as needed to meet mission requirements in various operating environments.

The CAPTAS-4 Transmitter was selected by the US Navy to meet the ASW Escort Mission Requirement for the FFG-62, the Constellation Class Frigate.

Littoral Combat Ship (LCS)
Integrated Systems

Mission Package Computing Equipment (MPCE)

The Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) Mission Module systems rely on the common computing environment that the Mission Package Computing Environment (MPCE) provides. MPCE is comprised of the common hardware and common network infrastructure.

Mission Package Portable Control Station (MPPCS)

The LCS MPPCS provides a portable computing environment, operator workstations, network and communications equipment to operate the LCS mission packages. It’s available in single or dual 20-ft equivalent unit (TEU) configurations.

MPS/MPOE Software

The Mission Package Operating Environment (MPOE) provides a cyber secure operating system for the tactical Mission Package application software. The Mission Package Services (MPS) is a set of utilities to manage the computing resources, networks, operator workstations for the application software.

CMPT

The Common Mission Package Trainer (CMPT) is a suite of scenario based tactical watchstation trainers that support individual and team training for various LCS Mission Packages.

MM OBT

The Mission Module On Board Trainer (MMOBT) is a ship board deployment of the CMPT, a suite of scenario based tactical watchstation trainers that support individual and team training for various LCS Mission Packages.

Mission in a Box (MiB)

Mobile Command Control and Communications (C3)

Advanced Acoustic Concepts continues its tradition of Rapid Capability Insertion (RCI) leadership with its Mobile Command, Control, and Communications node, offering the latest Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) technology in a seamlessly integrated, flexible, extensible open architecture, solution for deploying military combat missions. MiB is deployable for both vessel of opportunity and shore-based applications. The MiB is currently fielded as the LCS Mission Package Portable Control Station (MPPCS) is a tailored MiB to support unmanned mine countermeasures (MCM) and next generation unmanned systems.

MK48

MK48 Warhead Electronic System (WES) Assemblies

This product is the electronic system housed within the torpedo’s warhead section. It is responsible for the digital fusing and firing functions. It uses modern, open-architecture commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) components that can be upgraded with new software to counter evolving threats.

MK48 Sonar Signal Transmitters

These are critical components of the MK48’s acoustic homing system. They work with the torpedo’s sonar to send and receive broadband acoustic signals, allowing the torpedo to actively or passively home in on its target. Its advanced capabilities help it navigate and track targets in both deep and shallow coastal waters.

MK48 Test Sets

A specialized test set, sometimes referred to as a “confidence test set,” is designed to perform a full system check of the MK48 Sonar Signal Transmitter. It is used for Factory Acceptance Testing and other maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities. AAC designs and produces custom test equipment for the Navy, which includes test stations that are specific to the unique requirements of the MK48 Sonar Signal Transmitter.

Next Generation
Combat System (NGCS)

Mission Package Common Solutions

Advanced Acoustic Concepts continues its tradition of Rapid Capability Insertion (RCI) leadership with its Mission Package Common Solutions on LCS, offering the latest technology in seamlessly integrated, flexible, open architecture, Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS)-based systems. Theses solutions are extensible to other platforms and shore-based deployments.