QinetiQ North America has clinched a contract for the US Army CRS(I) progam for small robots. CRS(I) stands for Common Robotic System-Individual. The seven-yaear contract is worth up to $164,487,260.
The contract includes a LRIP (Low Rate Initial Production) phase, which is worth about $20 million over 1-to-2 years. Then, there are a series of annual production releases. The US Army has placed a $4,051,837 order as part of the LRIP phase.
The CRS(I) robot, which is back-packable, is equipped with advanced sensors. It also has mission modules for dismounted forces to enhance the capabilities of mission.
The robot features an IOP compatible open architecture that supports a wide range of payloads to identify, detect, and counter hazards.
President of QinetiQ North America, Jeff Yorsz, said:
“Providing robust, reliable, and exceptionally capable ground robots to support our armed services has been a driving passion at QNA for decades now.”
“Our CRS(I) robot combines performance, intuitive control, and easy transport with a very competitive price point. This will redefine the market for next-generation back-packable robots.”
About QinetiQ North America
QinetiQ North America is a subsidiary of British company QinetiQ Group plc, which is listed on the London Stock Exchange. The company delivers delivers state-of-the-art technology and products to the security, defense, commercial, and utility markets.