A cohort of six companies has virtually submitted its "capability concepts" on how to automate artillery weapon supply chain systems, the service announced today. The Field Artillery Autonomous Resupply Cohort program started in January, supporting the Long Range Precision Fires Cross-Functional Team. Participating companies were Pratt & Miller, Apptronik, Actuate, CR Tactical, Neya Systems, and Hivemapper. The service's Extended Range Cannon Artillery program, planned for fielding in fiscal year 2023, prompted the program as the Army anticipates a firing rate of 10 rounds per minute with the new system — more than double the M109 Paladin self-propelled howitzer's current rate.
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