Corps Systems Command News Today

The current version of the launcher creates a bright flash and large smoke cloud when fired, potentially giving away the position of Marines.

Two of the vendors for the Organic Precision Fires-Light (OPF-L) System Development Contract are providing vertical take-off/launch (VTOL) solutions, while the third is going for a fixed-wing solution.

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“The center of innovation does not reside at the Pentagon,” said William Bailey of the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office, sharing that he is conscious that the breakneck speed of industry’s progress is not going to wait for some of the traditional partnership pathways.He spoke during a panel discussion at Wednesday’s 10th Annual Defense R&D Summit, from the Potomac Officers Club. Browse upcoming events, like the March 5th Space Summit and the March 21st AI Summit!

The upgrade significantly reduces the "backblast" of the weapon when it is fired.

The Corps has asked ammunition vendors whether they could manufacture cartridges 24%-30% lighter than what Marines currently carry.

The Corps has asked ammunition vendors whether they could manufacture cartridges 24%-30% lighter than what Marines currently carry.

The uncrewed surface vessels ideally would be light enough to get lugged around by a Marine heavy-lift helicopter, the Corps said.

The uncrewed surface vessels ideally would be light enough to get lugged around by a Marine heavy-lift helicopter, the Corps said.