Some of the combat missions can be effectively solved using remotely controlled equipment and robotic systems. Currently, a large number of various robots designed for the armed forces are being developed in our country and abroad. One of the latest domestic developments in this area is the Platform-M complex. Not so long ago, this car could be seen by visitors to the Innovation Day of the Southern Military District exhibition held in Rostov-on-Don.
The development of the Platform-M complex started at the beginning of this decade. The project was created by the Scientific Research Technological Institute "Progress" (Izhevsk). After recent transformations, the project was transferred to Izhmash-Unmanned Systems. It is this organization that is currently engaged in the assembly of promising equipment.
The "Platform-M" product is a universal tracked vehicle that can receive special equipment and perform various tasks of a transport or combat nature. Small dimensions and weight no more than 1-1, 2 tons allow to transport the machine with existing trucks and successfully solve a wide range of tasks.
The multipurpose robot "Platform-M" receives an armored body that provides protection against small arms according to class 3 of domestic standards. The tracked undercarriage allows the machine to move on various surfaces, as well as overcome obstacles. The required mobility is provided by a 6 hp electric motor. The engine is powered by several batteries, which allow the machine to work continuously for up to two days without the need for recharging.
A product weighing no more than 1-1, 2 tons can reach speeds of up to 8 km / h and overcome some obstacles. In particular, an ascent to a 15-degree slope is provided. The range and radius of action primarily depend on the tasks and some other factors.
"Platform-M" can be equipped with various special equipment. Earlier, at the exhibitions, a machine with a turret was demonstrated on which a machine gun and several rocket-propelled grenades were installed. If necessary, the machine can carry other special equipment. Combat equipment or other equipment is mounted on the roof of the chassis, on special devices.
The prototype of a promising robot presented at the YuVO Innovation Day was equipped with a remotely controlled combat module with a PKM machine gun and an optoelectronic monitoring and fire control system. Such equipment allows the vehicle to perform some combat missions, including providing fire support to units.
Platform-M is controlled by radio channel from a remote control panel. During operation, the robot and the remote control establish a two-way communication. At the same time, a video signal and information about the parameters of the operation of various equipment are received from the machine to the console. The reverse, in turn, is the command for the power plant, weaponry, or target equipment.
Remote control systems of the "Platform-M" complex consist of several main blocks. The operator must work with a control panel based on a rugged laptop. An antenna complex with a set of transmitters and receiving devices is connected to this device, providing two-way communication with the robot. Under the condition of direct visibility, the control equipment ensures the operation of the machine at a distance of up to 1.5 km from the operator.
The Platform-M complex was first demonstrated in the spring of 2014. Then remotely controlled vehicles participated in exercises in the Kaliningrad region. In addition, this technique was shown at the May 9 parade in Kaliningrad. Subsequently, the complex became an exhibit of last year's "Day of Innovation of the Ministry of Defense".
Last year it was announced that the platform-M robotic complex went into production and is supplied to the armed forces. Production vehicles have a different set of components and are equipped with different weapons. For example, in last year's photographs one could see combat modules with machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades. The exposition of the "Day of Innovations of the Southern Military District", in turn, was attended by "Platform-M" with a machine gun.
We present a photo review of the promising robotic complex "Platform-M", demonstrated at the recent exhibition of the Ministry of Defense.
General view of the product
Crawler robot
Caterpillar
Tracks on the asphalt are a good demonstration of Platform-M's maneuverability
General view of the combat module with machine gun armament
Weapon support platform
Mount the machine gun on the platform
Vertical aiming mechanism
Cartridge box, machine gun and optoelectronic system
Close-up camera
General view of remote control systems
Operator's laptop
Antenna complex
Antenna complex, rear view
Photo "Platform-M" from the information stand
