Intelligent ammunition system
The Future Combat Systems Intelligent Munitions System (IMS) is an under development system of unmanned, remote-controlled lethal and non-lethal sensors with an integrated reconnaissance component. It is a type of remote controlled mine .
System description
The ammunition is developed for the following types of use:
- Isolate opposing forces
- Combating worthwhile goals
- Closing gaps in the battlefield
- Keep non-combatants under control with non-lethal ammunition
The ammunition is not intended to pose a permanent risk as it is intended to self-destruct after some time or on command. In addition, each mine is controlled and triggered by a rear operator.
At the beginning of 2007, the development of the FCS was stopped. However, the private sector continues to pursue them.
Web links
- Globalsecurity ( Memento from March 14, 2007 in the Internet Archive )