Army Science And Technology For Homeland Security

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Board on Army Science and Technology,Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Defense
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2003-05-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780309087018

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Science and Technology for Army Homeland Security by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Board on Army Science and Technology,Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Defense Pdf

The confluence of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack and the U.S. Army's historic role to support civil authorities has resulted in substantial new challenges for the Army. To help meet these challenges, the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Research and Technology requested the National Research Council (NRC) carry out a series of studies on how science and technology could assist the Army prepare for its role in homeland security (HLS). The NRC's Board on Army Science and Technology formed the Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Security to accomplish that assignment. The Committee was asked to review relevant literature and activities, determine areas of emphasis for Army S&T in support of counter terrorism and anti-terrorism, and recommend high-payoff technologies to help the Army fulfill its mission. The Department of Defense Counter-Terrorism Technology Task Force identified four operational areas in reviewing technical proposals for HLS operations: indications and warning; denial and survivability; recovery and consequence management; and attribution and retaliation. The study sponsor asked the Committee to use these four areas as the basis for its assessment of the science and technology (S&T) that will be important for the Army's HLS role. Overall, the Committee found that: There is potential for substantial synergy between S&T work carried out by the Army for its HLS responsibilities and the development of the next generation Army, the Objective Force. The Army National Guard (ARNG) is critical to the success of the Army's HLS efforts.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Board on Army Science and Technology,Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Defense -- C4ISR
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2004-08-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780309165815

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Army Science and Technology for Homeland Security by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Board on Army Science and Technology,Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Defense -- C4ISR Pdf

Shortly after the events of September 11, 2001, the U.S. Army asked the National Research Council (NRC) for a series of reports on how science and technology could assist the Army meet its Homeland defense obligations. The first report, Science and Technology for Army Homeland Securityâ€"Report 1, presented a survey of a road range of technologies and recommended applying Future Force technologies to homeland security wherever possible. In particular, the report noted that the Army should play a major role in providing emergency command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities and that the technology and architecture needed for homeland security C4ISR was compatible with that of the Army's Future Force. This second report focuses on C4ISR and how it can facilitate the Army's efforts to assist the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and emergency responders meet a catastrophic event.

Author : Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Defense,Board on Army Science and Technology,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,National Research Council
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2003-04-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0309382645

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Science and Technology for Army Homeland Security by Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Defense,Board on Army Science and Technology,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,National Research Council Pdf

The confluence of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack and the U.S. Armya s historic role to support civil authorities has resulted in substantial new challenges for the Army. To help meet these challenges, the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Research and Technology requested the National Research Council (NRC) carry out a series of studies on how science and technology could assist the Army prepare for its role in homeland security (HLS). The NRCa s Board on Army Science and Technology formed the Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Security to accomplish that assignment. The Committee was asked to review relevant literature and activities, determine areas of emphasis for Army S&T in support of counter terrorism and anti-terrorism, and recommend high-payoff technologies to help the Army fulfill its mission. The Department of Defense Counter-Terrorism Technology Task Force identified four operational areas in reviewing technical proposals for HLS operations: indications and warning; denial and survivability; recovery and consequence management; and attribution and retaliation. The study sponsor asked the Committee to use these four areas as the basis for its assessment of the science and technology (S&T) that will be important for the Armya s HLS role. Overall, the Committee found that: - There is potential for substantial synergy between S&T work carried out by the Army for its HLS responsibilities and the development of the next generation Army, the Objective Force. - The Army National Guard (ARNG) is critical to the success of the Armya s HLS efforts. "

Author : Arthur C. Walsh
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Coast defenses
ISBN : WISC:89079548376

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Homeland Security and the Coast Guard by Arthur C. Walsh Pdf

The Coast Guard was effectively positioned to accomplish its missions and functions before the September 2001 terrorist attacks. The terrorist attacks reshaped the United States national security strategy, and this caused the Coast Guard to reprioritize its mission requirements elevating Homeland Security to be on par with the Coast Guard's number one priority, search and rescue operations. To effectively carry out the Homeland Security mission, the Coast Guard must leverage existing and developing technologies. These technologies will improve efficiency across the full spectrum of Coast Guard missions. While these technologies are not cheap; costs for research, development, and application can be greatly reduced by partnering with other agencies. To leverage these technologies to improve Homeland Security effectiveness, a process for evaluating and infusing emerging technology within the Coast Guard must be developed. This process must then be institutionalized within the Coast Guard's corporate structure.

Author : John G. Voeller
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 2950 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2010-04-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780471761303

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Wiley Handbook of Science and Technology for Homeland Security, 4 Volume Set by John G. Voeller Pdf

The Wiley Handbook of Science and Technology for Homeland Security is an essential and timely collection of resources designed to support the effective communication of homeland security research across all disciplines and institutional boundaries. Truly a unique work this 4 volume set focuses on the science behind safety, security, and recovery from both man-made and natural disasters has a broad scope and international focus. The Handbook: Educates researchers in the critical needs of the homeland security and intelligence communities and the potential contributions of their own disciplines Emphasizes the role of fundamental science in creating novel technological solutions Details the international dimensions of homeland security and counterterrorism research Provides guidance on technology diffusion from the laboratory to the field Supports cross-disciplinary dialogue in this field between operational, R&D and consumer communities

Author : Gilles Cuvelier
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Law
ISBN : 1628083565

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Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate by Gilles Cuvelier Pdf

Policymakers generally believe that science and technology can and will play significant roles in improving homeland security. When Congress established the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through the Homeland Security Act of 2002, it included the Directorate of Science and Technology (S&T) to ensure that the new department had access to science and technology advice and capabilities for research and development (R&D). The S&T Directorate is the primary organization for R&D in the DHS. It conducts R&D in several DHS laboratories and funds R&D conducted by other government agencies, the Department of Energy national laboratories, academia, and the private sector. Additionally, the directorate supports the development of operational requirements and oversees the operational testing and evaluation of homeland security systems for the DHS. This book provides a brief overview of the S&T Directorate's mission, organization, and budgetary structure; a discussion of selected critiques of the S&T Directorate; and an analysis of selected issues facing congressional policymakers.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Emerging Threats, Cybersecurity, and Science and Technology
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UCSD:31822037826401

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The Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Emerging Threats, Cybersecurity, and Science and Technology Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (2011). Subcommittee on Technology and Innovation
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UCSD:31822038347514

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Overview of Science and Technology Research and Development Programs and Priorities at the Department of Homeland Security by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (2011). Subcommittee on Technology and Innovation Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Board on Army Science and Technology,Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Defense
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2003-04-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780309168281

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Science and Technology for Army Homeland Security by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Board on Army Science and Technology,Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Defense Pdf

The confluence of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack and the U.S. Army's historic role to support civil authorities has resulted in substantial new challenges for the Army. To help meet these challenges, the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Research and Technology requested the National Research Council (NRC) carry out a series of studies on how science and technology could assist the Army prepare for its role in homeland security (HLS). The NRC's Board on Army Science and Technology formed the Committee on Army Science and Technology for Homeland Security to accomplish that assignment. The Committee was asked to review relevant literature and activities, determine areas of emphasis for Army S&T in support of counter terrorism and anti-terrorism, and recommend high-payoff technologies to help the Army fulfill its mission. The Department of Defense Counter-Terrorism Technology Task Force identified four operational areas in reviewing technical proposals for HLS operations: indications and warning; denial and survivability; recovery and consequence management; and attribution and retaliation. The study sponsor asked the Committee to use these four areas as the basis for its assessment of the science and technology (S&T) that will be important for the Army's HLS role. Overall, the Committee found that: There is potential for substantial synergy between S&T work carried out by the Army for its HLS responsibilities and the development of the next generation Army, the Objective Force. The Army National Guard (ARNG) is critical to the success of the Army's HLS efforts.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Select Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Science, and Research and Development
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Political Science
ISBN : LOC:00141231005

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Homeland Security Science and Technology by United States. Congress. House. Select Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Science, and Research and Development Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Emerging Threats, Cybersecurity, and Science and Technology
Publisher : Claitor's Pub Division
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : History
ISBN : PSU:000063526912

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The Future of Science and Technology at the Department of Homeland Security by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Emerging Threats, Cybersecurity, and Science and Technology Pdf

Author : John G. Voeller
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Civil defense
ISBN : OCLC:1083235127

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Wiley Handbook of Science and Technology for Homeland Security by John G. Voeller Pdf

Author : Dana A. Shea
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2010-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781437922530

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DHS Directorate of Science and Technology by Dana A. Shea Pdf

The Directorate of Science and Technology (DST) is the primary organization for R&D in the Dept. of Homeland Security. With an budget of $932.6 million in FY 2009, it conducts R&D in several labs. of its own and funds R&D conducted by other gov¿t. agencies, the Dept. of Energy nat. labs., industry, and univ. The directorate consists of six divisions: Chemical and Biological; Explosives; Command, Control, and Interoperability; Borders and Maritime Security; Infrastructure and Geophysical; and Human Factors. Additional offices have responsibilities, such as lab. facilities and univ. programs, that cut across the divisions. In the past, there has been criticism of the DST¿s performance. Although management changes have somewhat muted this criticism in recent years, fundamental issues remain, which this paper discusses. Charts and tables.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Committee on Science and Technology for Countering Terrorism
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2002-10-05
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780309084819

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Making the Nation Safer by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Committee on Science and Technology for Countering Terrorism Pdf

Vulnerabilities abound in U.S. society. The openness and efficiency of our key infrastructures â€" transportation, information and telecommunications systems, health systems, the electric power grid, emergency response units, food and water supplies, and others â€" make them susceptible to terrorist attacks. Making the Nation Safer discusses technical approaches to mitigating these vulnerabilities. A broad range of topics are covered in this book, including: Nuclear and radiological threats, such as improvised nuclear devices and "dirty bombs;" Bioterrorism, medical research, agricultural systems and public health; Toxic chemicals and explosive materials; Information technology, such as communications systems, data management, cyber attacks, and identification and authentication systems; Energy systems, such as the electrical power grid and oil and natural gas systems; Transportation systems; Cities and fixed infrastructures, such as buildings, emergency operations centers, and tunnels; The response of people to terrorism, such as how quality of life and morale of the population can be a target of terrorists and how people respond to terrorist attacks; and Linked infrastructures, i.e. the vulnerabilities that result from the interdependencies of key systems. In each of these areas, there are recommendations on how to immediately apply existing knowledge and technology to make the nation safer and on starting research and development programs that could produce innovations that will strengthen key systems and protect us against future threats. The book also discusses issues affecting the government's ability to carry out the necessary science and engineering programs and the important role of industry, universities, and states, counties, and cities in homeland security efforts. A long term commitment to homeland security is necessary to make the nation safer, and this book lays out a roadmap of how science and engineering can assist in countering terrorism.

Author : John G. Voeller
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2010-02-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 0470138467

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Wiley Handbook of Science and Technology for Homeland Security, Volume 1 by John G. Voeller Pdf

The Wiley Handbook of Science and Technology for Homeland Security is an essential and timely collection of resources designed to support the effective communication of homeland security research across all disciplines and institutional boundaries. Truly a unique work this 4 volume set focuses on the science behind safety, security, and recovery from both man-made and natural disasters has a broad scope and international focus. The Handbook: Educates researchers in the critical needs of the homeland security and intelligence communities and the potential contributions of their own disciplines Emphasizes the role of fundamental science in creating novel technological solutions Details the international dimensions of homeland security and counterterrorism research Provides guidance on technology diffusion from the laboratory to the field Supports cross-disciplinary dialogue in this field between operational, R&D and consumer communities