Rapidly Assembled Portable Tactical Operations Ramp (RAPTOR)

In response to the United States Marine Corps' (USMC) need for agile deployable bridging systems, Dynovas proposes a Phase I and Phase I Option development program of the Rapidly Assembled Portable Tactical Operations Ramp (RAPTOR). This development program is specifically aligned toĀadvance the RAPTOR as aĀnovel quick-deployment assault gap crossing system that enhances tactical ground maneuvering capabilities, with potential applications extending to emergency services, disaster relief, and homeland security operations. RAPTOR transforms field obstacles into manageable 1-to-15-minute delays, providing a robust, deployable bridge system. The systemĀsupports 40 to 60 Military Load Class (MLC) < 15m crossings on a 3.66m wide ruggedized bridge platform, offering cost-effectiveness at a per unit cost under $350K with a scalable concept enabling 15m, 12m, 9m, and 6m crossing systems. RAPTOR's design incorporates an array of high-force, debris-resistant, aerospace-adaptedĀlinear actuators, facilitating swift expansion and retraction of near- and far-side "primary platforms", which are joined together via a novel symmetrically collapsible structure and can be assembled/deployed without the use of tools. This scalable, standalone unit integrates with a diverse range of ground vehicles and air systems such as the Joint Lightweight Tactical Vehicle (JLTV, Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR), MV-22, and CH-53K. Integrated, user-friendly tactile controls enable 1 to 2 Warfighter crew members to manage deployment and retraction directly on RAPTOR. Dynovas' approach is to adapt space-deployable actuation systems, employ light weighted performance structural design methods, and package the overall system within a ruggedized and easily transportable frame via air or ground vehicle. Development of the RAPTOR over the Phase I period of performance will advance the Rapidly Assembled Portable Tactical Operations Ramp (RAPTOR) to TRL3+/MRL3 within Phase I and further to TRL6 by the completion of Phase II. Dynovas will accomplish this through execution of design, analysis, and component prototype physical demonstrations for the actuation system, collapsible load-bearing structure, non-parasitic counterweight, and universal tow & lift platform and assess the feasibility of the overall RAPTOR system.