1 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 1 26/05/2014 14:34:38 2 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 2 26/05/2014 14:34:53 Introduction The SEAL Pod is a range of Swimmer Delivery Vehicles. They primarily exist to facilitate the insertion and extraction of Special Operations forces and equipment. In this role, their use allows for greater stand-off from surface ships and submarines. The vehicles have further application in the maritime littoral space. These include specialist maritime operations, mine countermeasures, counter-terrorism, counter-narcotics, counter-piracy and maritime protection operations. SEAL Pod vehicles are surface or sub-sea craft, each optimised for a particular deployment method or mission profile. The SEAL Pod range has been developed by leading marine engineers from Sweden and the United Kingdom. Development, testing and trials have taken place in the Stockholm archipelago, the Baltic Sea, Portland Harbour and the waters off the west coast of Scotland. The SEAL Pod combines the Swedish commitment to safety-led design and the ship-building heritage of the Clyde; all underpinned by a unique operational pedigree. JFD has over 30 years’ experience of operating safely subsea. 3 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 3 26/05/2014 14:34:53 SEAL Carrier Sub SEAL Torpedo SEAL 4 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 4 26/05/2014 14:34:53 The SEAL Pod SEAL Carrier Sub SEAL Torpedo SEAL SEAL Carriers are primarily deployed from a surface vessel and are able to cover large distances at high speed. During the approach, the vehicle may submerge to remain undetected. Sub SEALs are primarily deployed from a host submarine carrying personnel and equipment. They remain fully submerged throughout the entirety of their mission. Torpedo SEAL can be deployed from a host submarine’s torpedo tube or from any surface vessel. They are rapidly deployable, easy to operate and extremely cost effective. Typically, they carry eight personnel. Typically, Sub SEAL carries eight personnel. Torpedo SEAL accommodates two personnel. Page 6 Page 12 Page 18 5 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 5 26/05/2014 14:34:53 6 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 6 26/05/2014 14:34:54 SEAL Carrier SEAL Carrier Overview Example Applications SEAL Carriers operate in three modes; surface, semi-submerged and submerged. SEAL Carrier is controlled by two personnel; a Pilot and a Co-Pilot. Launched from a surface ship, SEAL Carrier vehicles transit at speeds of up to 30 kts on the surface before switching to submerged mode for a clandestine final approach. Surface propulsion is provided by an on board diesel engine and water-jet. Submerged propulsion is delivered by thrusters and powered by advanced Lithium Polymer batteries. SEAL Carrier vehicles may be deployed from a number of host platforms, including rotary and fixed-wing aircraft via the SEAL Air Delivery System (Page 8). Mission profiles may follow one of these examples: Delivery of six -man combat team Delivery of special forces effect Rapid response counter-terrorism / counter-piracy Maritime standing patrol vessel Mine countermeasure operations Host platform for Autonomous Underwater Vehicles Remotely operated weapons platform 7 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 7 26/05/2014 14:34:54 Secondary Deployment Options SINC System Air Drop Submarine Utilising the SEAL Air Delivery System, SEAL Carrier vehicles may in future be deployed via low-velocity extraction drop from a Boeing C-130 or similar fixed-wing aircraft. Generally mounted behind the fin, SEAL Carrier can be transported on a submarine in wet conditions at depths of up to 150m. The Steering Information Navigation Control system is common to all vehicles in The SEAL Pod. A medium-lift helicopter may also be used for low altitude deployment, recovery and emergency extraction. SINC automates course, heading, depth and levelling of the craft. SINC also manages navigation, communications, electrical and hydraulic systems as well as the transitions between surface and submerged modes. SINC reduces operator workload whilst increasing vessel safety. 8 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 8 26/05/2014 14:34:54 SEAL Carrier SEAL Carrier Specification All vehicles within The SEAL Pod are offered in a standard configuration which offers a balance between cost and capability. The typical specification for SEAL Carrier is as follows: Principal Particulars Propulsion Dimensions Battery power 25 kWh Length 10.45 m Battery technology LiPo Beam 2.21 m Thrusters 2 x 10 kW Height 1.65 m Diesel engine power 350 hp Weight 3800 kg Water jet Rolls Royce Payload capacity 1,200 kg Fuel capacity 300 l Typical operating depth 3 - 12 m Max. operating depth 40 m Max. speed (surface) 30 + kts Sprint speed (submerged) 5 kts Range (surface) 150 + nm Crew + Passengers 2+6 Range (submerged) 15 nm Range 9 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 9 26/05/2014 14:34:55 SEAL Carrier Variants SEAL Carrier may be customised to meet specific customer requirements, particular mission profiles, or to meet projected procurement budgets. The following two examples illustrate some of the ways in which a SEAL Carrier may be optimised for greater range, performance, payload capabilities or cost-efficiency. For more information, please visit jfdefence.com SEAL Lion Smart SEAL SEAL Lion is suited to mission profiles demanding greater range, endurance and payload capacity. Smart SEAL is shorter and lighter than a typical SEAL Carrier. It can accomdate four passengers and two crew. The craft accommodates three crew and 16 marines and their equipment in stealth and dry conditions during the final semi-submerged phase of a landing operation. No Export Licence Required Smart SEAL caters for mission profiles with shorter transit phases and less demanding payload requirements. This configuration makes a modest trade-off in performance in exchange for greater cost-efficiency, both up-front and through-life. Smart SEAL is also suitable for civilian applications as an export licence is not required. 10 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 10 26/05/2014 14:34:55 SEAL Carrier 11 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 11 26/05/2014 14:34:55 12 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 12 26/05/2014 14:34:56 Example Applications Sub SEAL vehicles are primarily launched from a hangar attached to the casing of a submarine and are released whilst fully submerged, at depths of up to 30m. Once launched, Sub SEAL remains submerged for the entire mission. The vehicles may approach, or break, the surface for communication or reconnaissance purposes. Sub SEAL is controlled by two personnel; a Pilot and a Co-Pilot. The Co-Pilot is also the commander of the vehicle. Power is provided by Lithium Polymer batteries and a vectoredthruster arrangement, affording sprint speeds of greater than seven knots and a range of 50 nm. Sub SEAL vehicles may also be deployed by surface craft or rotarywing aircraft. A smaller variant of Sub SEAL may be transported within a submarine’s flexible payload tube. Their mission profile may follow one of these examples: Sub SEAL Sub SEAL Overview Delivery of special forces effect Stand-off reconnaissance and ISTAR Ship, port and harbour installation survey Maritime counter-terrorism, -piracy and -narcotics Maritime standing patrol Mine countermeasures 13 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 13 26/05/2014 14:34:57 Secondary Deployment Options SINC System Surface Ship Helicopter Sub SEAL may be deployed from a surface ship using a crane, davit, A-Frame or moon pool arrangement. Medium-lift rotary-wing aircraft are suitable for the insertion or extraction of an under-slung Sub SEAL vehicle. The Steering Information Navigation Control system is common to all vehicles in the SEAL Pod. JFD can provide launch & recovery systems to meet specific customer requirements. In this manner, Sub SEAL may be deployed or recovered, at speed, across great distances and below radar. See page 26 for more information. SINC manages course, heading, way-point navigation, GPS, communications and reconnaissance equipment. It provides mission status updates to personnel in the rear compartment via low-light display. SINC reduces operator workload whilst increasing vessel safety. 14 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 14 26/05/2014 14:34:57 Sub SEAL Specification The standard specification for Sub SEAL is as follows: Headline Specification Propulsion Range & Payload Battery technology LiPo Gel Range 50 nm Electric motors Dual 10 kW Payload capacity (wet weight) 200 kg Auxiliary propulsion VERTRAN Auxiliary propulsion power 4 x 2 kW Sub SEAL All vehicles within the SEAL Pod are offered in a standard configuration offering a balance of cost and capability. Dimensions Typical operating depth 6m Max. operating depth 30 m Length 7.40 m Sprint speed > 7 kts Beam 1.70 m Cruise speed 5 kts Height 1.60 m Crew + Passengers 2+6 Weight 3500 kg 15 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 15 26/05/2014 14:34:57 Sub SEAL Variants JFD is able to customise Sub SEAL vehicles to meet specific customer requirements, particular mission profiles, or to meet allocated budgets. The following example illustrates the most common way in which a Sub SEAL may be optimised to operate at greater depths and significantly reduce passenger and operator fatigue. For more information, please visit jfdefence.com Sub SEAL DRY is a one-atmosphere, pressurised submersible offering greater depth of operation, range and endurance than that of the typical ‘wet’ Sub SEAL. The dry internal environment reduces passenger and operator fatigue during the often lengthy transits between the insertion point and the intended area of operation. The environment allows for the crew to communicate, prepare for their mission and maintain equipment during the transit phase. Protected from the temperature of the external water, the crew will also arrive at their target in a better physical and mental condition than that of a wet-transit crew undertaking a similar mission. 16 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 16 26/05/2014 14:34:57 Sub SEAL 17 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 17 26/05/2014 14:34:58 18 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 18 26/05/2014 14:35:02 Torpedo SEAL Overview Example Applications Torpedo SEAL transits within a NATO-standard 533mm torpedo tube. Once removed from the tube, Torpedo SEAL is fully extended and ready for use. Torpedo SEAL is controlled by a single pilot. It also accommodates one passenger and equipment. The mission profile may follow one of these examples: It is then able to transport two divers and equipment, fully submerged, over a range of 10 nm. Torpedo SEAL may also be easily stowed within the multi-purpose tubes being integrated into future submarine designs, or beneath the outer casing of the submarine. Extend the operating range of a combat team Underwater survey and reconnaissance Delivery of explosive ordnance Counter-narcotics & harbour patrol Torpedo SEAL A fixed variant of Torpedo SEAL, without export licence requirements, is also available. Mine countermeasure operations 19 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 19 26/05/2014 14:35:02 Torpedo SEAL Specification Torpedo SEAL is typically offered in a single, optimal specification, shown here. Torpedo SEAL may also be modified to meet specific customer requirements. Propulsion Dimensions (deployed) Battery technology LiPo Length 5.1 m Thrusters 2 x 350 W Beam 0.78 m Range 10+ nm Height 0.78 m Headline Specification Dimensions (stowed) Typical operating depth 1 - 12 m Sprint speed 4 kts Length 3.4 m Cruise speed 3 kts Beam 0.52 m Crew 1 Height 0.52 m Passengers 1 Weight (including batteries) 120 kg 20 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 20 26/05/2014 14:35:02 Torpedo SEAL 21 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 21 26/05/2014 14:35:03 Bespoke Vehicles JFD is a world renowned submersible engineering company, with over 30 years’ experience of safely deploying personnel at depth. We would be delighted to discuss with potential customers any specific requirements beyond those illustrated in this brochure. Please contact us for more information. [email protected] 22 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 22 26/05/2014 14:35:05 Related Equipment & Services 23 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 23 26/05/2014 14:35:06 24 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 24 26/05/2014 14:35:07 Dry Deck Shelter Integration The integration of SEAL Pod vehicles with either a new-build or existing Dry Deck Shelter greatly increases the overall range and effectiveness of a modern Special Forces capability. Maintenance, mission configuration and preparation all take place at one atmosphere inside the DDS during the transit phases to, and from, the area of operation. Equipment & Services For information about how JFD can assist in the development of this advanced capability, please contact us. 25 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 25 26/05/2014 14:35:08 James Fisher company Divex provide breathing equipment which seamlessly integrates with The SEAL Pod. Divex customers choose the world leaders in diving equipment technology because they trust them to deliver - every time. Confidence under pressure 26 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 26 26/05/2014 14:35:10 Defence Diving Equipment Divex breathing equipment and diver monitoring systems can be integrated with SEAL Pod vehicles. A selection of equipment complimentary to The SEAL Pod has been detailed here, with much more available online at divexglobal.com Shadow Enforcer Stealth CDLSE Shadow / Shadow Excursion Underwater Breathing Aparatus Clearance Divers Life Support Equipment Underwater Breathing Apparatus Shadow Enforcer is a new generation of shallow water UBA designed to meet the roles of the combatant diver. Part of the operationally proven range of Stealth Closed Circuit Mixed Gas Underwater Breathing Apparatus (CC UBA). Designed to meet the evolving operational roles of maritime law enforcement and special operations. Equipment & Services Divex provides a comprehensive range of defence diving apparatus, apparel and ancillaries to meet the varied requirements and operational demands of today’s Special Operations Diver. A range of low magnetic and acoustic, Closed and Semi-Closed Oxygen and mixed gas rebreathers can be tailor made to user specification. 27 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 27 26/05/2014 14:35:11 Launch & Recovery Systems JFD has a 30+ year history of safely launching and recovering submersible vehicles at sea, in challenging conditions, across the world. JFD, and partner Caley Ocean Systems, can provide the following launch and recovery systems for each of the vehicles in The SEAL Pod. The options shown here illustrate the breadth of our joint expertise. Each solution may be further customised for specific requirements including, for example, integration with low-magnetic signature platforms. Cranes & Davits A-Frames Moon pool Cranes or davits offer simple, rapidly mobilised, launch & recovery solutions suitable for most vessel types. A-Frame launch & recovery systems are suitable for launching larger Sub SEAL vehicles, safely, in higher sea states. They are suitable for installation upon the vast majority of host vessels. Such systems can be permanently installed, or made airtransportable. For those preferring moon pool operations for launch and recovery, JFD can provide suitable methods of deployment for SEAL Pod vehicles. 28 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 28 26/05/2014 14:35:11 Special Operations Training Rebreather Operation & Maintenance Lock-in Lock-Out Procedures Dry Deck Shelter Operations JFD and sister company Divex offer practical courses in the set-up, operation and ongoing maintenance of closed and semi-closed circuit rebreather systems. JFD is able to provide both theoretical and practical training in the safe conduct of submarine lock-in lock-out operations. JFD’s special operations teams offer training courses focused on the safe operational use of DDS facilities. For more information on DDS, see page 25. Equipment & Services See page 26 for more breathing equipment. Please contact us for more information. 29 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 29 26/05/2014 14:35:12 Procurement Options JFD recognises that different nations have different preferences when it comes to procuring new capabilities. JFD offers a range of options to meet budget, maintenance and risk exposure requirements. Please contact us for more information. Out-right Purchase Purchase + Support Contract for Capability Established equipment procurement route with options for two- or three-year parts only warranty periods. As per out right purchase, plus an additional support contract to cover both planned and unplanned maintenance activities. A fixed monthly fee in exchange for a fully managed capability, with agreed levels of availability year round. Pros: Pros: Pros: Traditional procurement route Customer owns equipment Customer may tender for support Cons: Assets maintained to OEM standards Short maintenance turn around times Guaranteed spares availability Cons: No up front costs Guaranteed availability of assets Risk borne by JFD, not Customer Agreed repair arrangements Cons: One-off capital expenditure Customer responsible for through-life costs Customer responsible for asset availability One-off capital expenditure Customer responsible for through-life costs, and all repair costs & associated down-time. Non-traditional procurement method Minimum contract duration required 30 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 30 26/05/2014 14:35:13 Locations & Support Network Sweden is the home of The SEAL Pod. Our facility in Vaxholm is the engineering and operational hub of our Special Operations activities. Global Support Network Rapid engineering support for SEAL Pod vehicles is delivered via JFD’s existing global support network. JFD maintains bases in the UK, USA, Singapore, and Australia - alongside a pool of engineers available for rapid call-out worldwide. Vehicle Demonstrations JFD can arrange vehicle demonstrations for prospective customers in either Sweden or the United Kingdom. Please contact us for more information. Vaxholm, Sweden United Kingdom Bremen, Germany Norfolk, VA, USA Changi, Singapore Cape Town, South Africa Perth, WA Sydney, NSW JFD Divex 31 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 31 26/05/2014 14:35:13 The SEAL Pod James Fisher Defence Sweden Rindö Västra 185 41 Vaxholm, Sweden T: +46 8 541 318 80 jfdefence.com/sealpod © James Fisher Defence. All Rights Reserved. Issue 2. 32 DCE SEAL Brochure copy.indd 32 26/05/2014 14:35:15
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