Cobham to develop C-IED system
The US Army has awarded a contract to Cobham to develop next-generation technologies for the detection of landmines and other explosive hazards hidden in the ground.
The contract, which is valued at $4.17 million, will run for three years. It will see the company develop a handheld technology demonstrator with improved detection capabilities for evaluation by the army.
The company will perform the work under the direction of the army's Communications-Electronic Research Development and Engineering Command.
Tom Garvey, vice president and general manager, Cobham Antenna Systems, said: ‘As a result of this programme Cobham will deliver enhanced handheld counter-explosive hazard detection systems for evaluation. The continued need for protection of US forces against buried threats is a key priority and this contract will allow Cobham to build on the considerable capability offered by the current Minehound family of detectors, as it develops next generation systems.
'Cobham has adapted its advanced technology for the most demanding military environments and requirements, and these detectors form part of an extensive portfolio provided by Cobham which protect lives and livelihoods.’
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