HyperSpike HS-18 RAHD Remote Acoustic Hailing Device Ultra Electronics – USSI Innovation through Experience
Next Generation Acoustic Hailing Devices REMOTE ACOUSTICS Problem Past Attacks Future Threats Threat Tiers Acoustic Hailing Solutions What are AHD’s? Determine Intent, Formulate Response Networked Capabilities Applied HyperSpike Technology USCG Benin Harbor Summary 156 dB @ 1 m Ultra Electronics ©
Future Threats GROWING DESTRUCTIVE CAPABILITIES Irregular threats Small, determined groups Sophisticated tactics & munitions Catastrophic damage potential High-value, vulnerable targets Long-term supply disruption potential Economic disruption Worldwide supply volatility Long-term repair & economic loss Disruption & logistical hazards innovation *Images courtesy of United States Naval Postgraduate School Ultra Electronics © Ultra Electronics
Threats & Challenges APPROPRIATE FORCE FOR ANY SITUATION There are three threat tiers: Accidental intruders Non-dedicated harassers Committed terrorists How to differentiate? Identify Hail Determine intent Escalate force innovation DETERMINE INTENT ESCALATION OF FORCE Ultra Electronics © Ultra Electronics
Next Generation Acoustic Hailing Devices REMOTE ACOUSTICS Problem Past Attacks Future Threats Threat Tiers Acoustic Hailing Solutions What are AHD’s? Determine Intent, Formulate Response Networked Capabilities Applied HyperSpike Technology USCG Benin Harbor Summary 156 dB @ 1 m Ultra Electronics ©
Acoustic Hailing Device (AHD) DEFINITION AHD’s are characterized by three features: High sound pressure level Is the message heard? Focused beam (< 30 degree beam) Is the message targeted? High intelligibility Is the message understood? innovation AHD’s = COMMUNICATION DEVICES AUDIBLE VOICE IS UNIVERSAL Ultra Electronics © Ultra Electronics
Determine Intent REACH OUT AND TOUCH ACOUSTICLY Detect & Cue Cameras (Thermal, IR, night-vision) Radars Motion sensors Unambiguous Warning Intelligible voice messaging Close-range acoustic deterrent Determine Intent Deploy assets Security teams Intervene Intercept Non-lethal stop-gaps Lethal response 4 3 2 1 Intruder Ultra Electronics © Ultra Electronics
AHD’s for Perimeter Security AUTOMATED / REMOTE AHD 1 2 Capability Force Multiplier Guard Station Scenario Manned station requires 4 people to staff 24/7 coverage Annual cost = $75K x 4 people = $300K Automated AHD Replacement Remotely monitor checkpoint Warn/deter accidental intruders (large %) Deploy assets to arrest persistent intruders One time cost < $150K Benefits Provides advanced visual detection, unambiguous audible warning … Secure Base General Population Command Center 3 4 innovation Security Perimeter Manned Guard Station for vehicles HyperSpike RAHD High Risk Intrusion Path Ultra Electronics © Ultra Electronics
HyperSpike Architecture Advantages NEXT GENERATION ACOUSTIC HAILING Longer Effective Range Flatter Frequency Response Reliability Electronics run at 50% capacity- high MTBF Common internals Usability IP addressable Smaller profile Intelligibility Highest STI FREQUENCY RESPONSE: HS-18 vs. COMPETITOR *Over 80 dB background noise Ultra Electronics ©
Sensor/Accessory Integration FLEXIBILITY FOR ANY MISSION Hardware Independent Sensor Integration Day/Night Cameras FLIR/Infrared Thermal Sensors Ground Radars Air/Avian Radars Spotlights Laser/Dazzlers CUSTOM CONFIGURATION CAPABLE OBJECTIVE-ORIENTED Ultra Electronics ©
HS-18 RAHD FEATURES IP ADDRESSABLE EASYINTEGRATION ~1 m 2 AHD (HyperSpike HS-18) Integrated camera(s) Day/Night (26x Optical Zoom), Thermal, & IR Spotlight (12 million candle-power) Tilt (+/- 90°) Pan (360° coverage: +/- 215° off center) Ethernet connected user GUI API Available for custom integration ~1 m 3 4 5 6 IP ADDRESSABLE EASYINTEGRATION Ultra Electronics ©
HS-18 RAHD CRITICAL SPECIFICATIONS Weight: 260 Lbs (118 Kg) Dimensions (System) 25” W x 40.5” H x 27” D (89cm x 103cm x 69cm) Emitter Construction: Carbon Fiber Slew Rates: Tilt- 45°/sec Pan- 70°/sec Interface: 10/100/1000 BaseT Ethernet Beam Width: +/- 5° Frequency Response: 245 Hz- 10 kHz CAPABLE RELIABLE Ultra Electronics ©
Next Generation Acoustic Hailing Devices REMOTE ACOUSTICS Problem Past Attacks Future Threats Threat Tiers Acoustic Hailing Solutions What are AHD’s? Determine Intent, Formulate Response Networked Capabilities Applied HyperSpike Technology USCG Benin Harbor Summary 156 dB @ 1 m 156 dB @ 1 m Ultra Electronics ©
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Chase Study: USCG Bahrain Interdiction PROVEN COMBAT PERFORMANCE Deployed on USCG Vessels since 2007 10+ units on 110” cutters Demanding salt-water environment Continuous combat operations Rated as combat effective by USCG personnel Original units still in operation today innovation TRUSTED PROVEN Ultra Electronics © Ultra Electronics
Case Study: Benin, Africa PORT AND HARBOR SECURITY Deep-water port Harbor command/control Integrated capabilities: Spotlight Thermal Day/night camera innovation PROTECT CRITICAL ASSETS LONG ACOUSTIC STAND-OFF Ultra Electronics © Ultra Electronics
HyperSpike Acoustic Solutions SUMMARY Next-generation acoustic technologies Proven, world-wide performance Determines intent, reduces liability, acoustic deterrence Customizable, affordable, effective Long-range, intelligible voice Cost-effective solution to escalation-of-force problems innovation HYPERSPIKE = SOLUTION WWW.ULTRA-HYPERSPIKE.COM 156 dB @ 1 m Ultra Electronics © Ultra Electronics