DIRECTED ENERGY Lead sponsor: SYSTEMS 2015 Main conference days: 11th-12th February Workshop Day: 10th February Taking Directed Energy Venue: London J Senior international Systems to the Frontline speaker panel includes: Ronald O’Rourke, J Conference Highlights: Specialist in Naval Affairs, Congressional Research Service g Learn about the latest developments in DES systems, including lethal and non-lethal weapons. Meet leading Anthony Riesemann, industry, including Rheinmetall, MBDA & Lockheed Martin Expert of Less than Lethal Weapon, and research figures engaged in producing and influencing Member of EWG-NLW, Member of the new directed energy systems to gain a complete picture of NATO Group Team of Experts “Blunt industry trends Trauma”, DGA Land Systems g Network with the DES community, including international Rear Admiral Massimo Annati (Retd.), military, government, DES industry and research scientists. Chairman, European Working Group Gain unique insights into current and future DES on Non-Lethal Weapons programmes and requirements to inform your own future R&D and procurement plans Markus Jung, Head, Research and Development, g Engage in discussion on key challenges associated with Rheinmetall Air Defence AG fielding DES to ensure their practical, effective and safe use, including power, size, ruggedization and heat capacity. Learn Paul Shattuck, how leading DES developers are working to overcome these Director, Directed Energy Systems, challenges, and share your own solutions. Strategic and Missile Defense Systems, Lockheed Martin g Discuss the future of directed energy systems, and how they can be progressed to become the solution of choice for both Professor Sir David Payne, Director, lethal and non-lethal applications Optoelectronics Research Centre, University of Southampton “Technically engaged “Panel of speakers was very good. “Overall a great event” speakers – Very good!” It was an excellent combination of Lynsi Coressel, Directed Energy industry and academia” Hanspeter Kaufmann, Senior D Program Manager, Lockheed Manager, Research, RUAG SK Singh, Technical Advisor, Martin High Commission of India +44 (0)20 7368 9737 | [email protected] | www.directedenergysystemsevent.com Dear Colleagues, International Speaker Directed Energy will undoubtedly have a significant impact on J Panel the future battlefield and in future missions. This statement is d Rear Admiral Massimo Annati (Retd.), by no means new – it has led planners to wrong conclusions and Chairman, European Working Group on to warfighters lacking much needed capabilities. But is now the Non-Lethal Weapons right time for DES to be fielded? d Ronald O’Rourke, Specialist in Naval Affairs, Congressional Research This is a key question to be discussed during the upcoming Service conference. And in reflection of how we are getting closer to d Anthony Riesemann, establishing programmes to field Directed Energy technology, Expert of Less than Lethal Weapon, Member of we have found a good balance between users, industry, planners EWG-NLW, Member of the NATO Group Team of and academia. Experts “Blunt Trauma”, DGA Land Systems d Eric Debord, DGA Land Systems In the specific case of the High Energy Laser application we would like to discuss transition from the lab to the battlefield. d Jean-François Jacquet, DGA Land Systems Specifically, what needs to be done in order to define and d Laurent Pichonnat, DGA Land Systems legislate a set of rules of engagement and ensure the safe use d Markus Jung, Head, of the technology? We will hear from users and industry on how Research and Development, the requirements and the solutions are shaping up. There will Rheinmetall Air Defence AG also be a heightened focus on Directed Energy applications for d Alexander Graf, less than lethal weapons, an area that has gathered significant Department Manager, Division Combat Systems, pace over the past 12 months. Rheinmetall Waffe Munition GmbH d Paul Shattuck, If you would like more details about any aspect of the event Director, Directed Energy Systems, Strategic and then please do not hesitate to contact our enquiries team on Missile Defense Systems, Lockheed Martin +44 (0)207 368 9737. , d Iain McKinnie PhD Senior Manager Business Development, I look forward to welcoming you in London in February of 2015. Laser & Sensor Systems, Lockheed Martin Kind regards, d Dr. Markus Martinstetter, Future Systems, MBDA Deutschland GmbH d Dr Fumio Wani, HEL Program Manager, Deputy Manager of New Product Development Defense System Technology Colonel Fabian Ochsner Department, Engineering Division, Aerospace Conference Chairman Company, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Vice President Business Development and d Professor Sir David Payne, Director, Optoelectronics Research Centre, Marketing, Rheinmetall Air Defence AG Chief University of Southampton GBAD, Air Operation Centre Swiss Air Force d Dr. Igor Plaksin, National POC: EWG NLW and International Ballistic Society; PC/PI: Physics and Chemistry of Shock & Detonation Waves; ADAI – Association Development of Industrial J PREVIOUS ATTENDEES INCLUDED: Aerodynamics, Dept. Mech. Engineering, University of Coimbra Military Representatives/Organisations Air Force Research Laboratory US Office of Naval Research d Michael Suhrke, Bundeswehr US Joint Non-Lethal Weapons Head of Business Unit Electromagnetic Effects and DARPA Directorate Threats, Fraunhofer INT European Working Group Non-Lethal USAF Air Combat Command Weapons Industry Organisations d Michael Cathcart, Finnish Defence Forces AmericanSystems Principle Research Scientist, FOI - Swedish Defence Research BAE Systems Georgia Tech Research Institute Agency Diehl BGT Defence GmbH & Co. KG HEL Joint Technology Office d Rüdiger Schmitt, Israeli Missile Defence Association Senior Scientist, Laser Technology, Italian MoD Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd. French-German Research Institute of Saint Ministry of Defence Kongsberg Netherlands Defence Academy LFK Lenkflugkörpersysteme GmbH Louis (ISL) Norwegian Army MBDA UK Ltd. d Michael von Salisch, Senior Scientist, Office of Naval Research Global Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. Special Laser Applications, French-German Royal Saudi Air Force NKT Photonics A/S Research Institute of Saint Louis (ISL) Swedish FMV Rheinmetall Air Defence AG TNO Defence Security and Safety Rheinmetall Waffe Munition GmbH d Sjef Orbons, Former Senior Scientist, Netherlands U.S. Army SAAB AB Ministry of Defence United States Marine Corps SP Microwave Inc. Director, Defense Technology Markets, US DoD THALES d Asif Anwar, US Navy The Boeing Company Strategy Analytics +44 (0)20 7368 9737 | [email protected] | www.directedenergysystemsevent.com J WoRKsHop DAy: 10TH FebruarY 2015 09:30 – 12:30: Workshop A Countering DEW – Fundamental Issues Led by: Michael Cathcart, Principle Research Scientist, Georgia Tech Research Institute Advancements in directed energy technology continue to be made with a corresponding increase in system developments and improvements. These technology innovations have led to improvements in proposed systems and the development of newer, more compact designs; both of which make directed energy weapons more practical. In addition, these advancements have made access to this technology of more interest to a wider range of users, in particular, potential adversaries. As a result, it has become necessary to understand the impact of directed energy weapons in greater detail and determine methods to mitigate their effects. This workshop provides an introduction to the field of counter-DEWs discussing the basic scientific aspects of protecting systems from DEW including system susceptibilities and vulnerabilities and review technologies available to counter the effects of DEW. Future research directions in counter-DEW technology will also be discussed. By attending this workshop, you will develop an understanding of the technologies, issues and solutions surrounding efforts to counter directed energy weapon systems. Topics you will learn about include: • System Vulnerabilities • Sensor Hardening • Propagation Effects • Operational Techniques • Directions in C-DEW 12:30 – 13:30 Networking lunch 13:30 – 16:30 Workshop B Exploring the Future Direction of Non-Lethal Weapons Led by: Sjef Orbons, Former Senior Scientist, Netherlands Ministry of Defence Non-Lethal Weapons are an area of increasing interest, given the changing threat environment. However, whilst development of these technologies is strong, the deployment of these weapons has been restricted due to several complex issues, including the ethical implications of using them. Led by a dedicated member of the European Non-Lethal Weapon community, this workshop will explore the future of Non-Lethal Weapons by examining current capabilities and the lessons learned from previous NLW programs to establish the foundations of how NLW’s can be utilised successfully in the future. By attending this workshop, you will: • Gain a Euro-centric view of a field traditionally led by the United States • Understand the current capabilities and requirements of Non-Lethal Weapons • Gain an insight into the future development of NLW’s, and the issues to be overcome in promoting their acceptance, both technically and morally. +44 (0)20 7368 9737 | [email protected] | www.directedenergysystemsevent.com J CoNFERENCE DAy oNE: 11TH FEBRUARY 2015 08.30 COFFEE & REGISTRATION of amplifiers, allowing the final stage amplifiers to have minimal heat load 09.00 CHAIRMAN’S OPENING REMARKS • Potential designs aimed at laser particle accelerators