Battlefield Helicopter Emulator (BHE)

Program Manager: Mr. Daniel Newman

Overview

The goal of the Battlefield Helicopter Emulator (BHE) is to develop a system capable of emulating rotorcraft signatures, compatible with installation as a payload on a small UAV.  The system will provide helicopter signature emulation of a variety of battlefield helicopters.  BHE could be used for mine clearing/route determination as well as escort missions.  An operational system could draw fire from ground based adversaries, and relay the information back to the operator for off-board location and prosecution.  The system’s capability to defeat threats with an off-board system offers the opportunity to protect a large number of military aircraft assets and crews over long periods without aircraft performance impact.  The reduced acoustic perception distance enabled by the BHE system can reduce the risk to helicopters from ground fire, small arms, rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs), man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS), and anti-helicopter mines (AHMs).

Last Updated: 02/18/08