Advanced Gun System (AGS)

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:artillery
gptkbp:armament various types of projectiles available
gptkbp:barrel_type GPS-guided projectiles
gptkbp:caliber 155 mm
gptkbp:collaboration collaborated with various defense contractors
gptkbp:combat_role provides naval gunfire support to ground forces
gptkbp:contract awarded by the U. S. Navy
gptkbp:crew minimal crew due to automation
gptkbp:design designed for easy upgrades
gptkbp:designed_by gptkb:General_Dynamics
gptkbp:development gptkb:2000
gptkbp:environmental_concerns designed to withstand harsh marine conditions
gptkbp:fighting_style limited electronic countermeasures
deployed in various exercises
gptkbp:fire_department advanced fire control radar
gptkbp:firing_mechanism single shot and burst fire
gptkbp:first_introduced gptkb:2010
gptkbp:future_prospects potential for export to allied nations
gptkbp:guidance_system gptkb:navigation_system
gptkbp:has_ability capable of engaging multiple targets simultaneously
maintains high combat readiness status
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Advanced Gun System (AGS)
gptkbp:integration_with_drones capable of coordinating with UAVs
gptkbp:is_integrated_with integrated with Aegis Combat System
gptkbp:is_tested_for completed in 2008
conducted extensive operational testing before deployment
gptkbp:logistics requires logistical support for ammunition supply
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular maintenance checks
gptkbp:mounting_options deck-mounted
gptkbp:operational_range up to 70 km with standard projectiles
gptkbp:operational_status currently in service
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Littoral_Combat_Ship_program
gptkbp:participating_nations several allied navies expressed interest
gptkbp:platforms gptkb:USS_Independence_(LCS-2)
gptkbp:price approximately $20 million per unit
gptkbp:primary_role anti-ship warfare
naval surface fire support
gptkbp:project ongoing research for next-generation systems
gptkbp:projectile_velocity up to 1,000 m/s
gptkbp:range 100 nautical miles
gptkbp:rate_of_fire 10 rounds per minute
gptkbp:reliability high reliability in field conditions
gptkbp:replaces 5-inch gun systems
gptkbp:safety_features automated safety systems
gptkbp:successor Naval Gunfire Support Systems
gptkbp:training requires specialized training for operators
gptkbp:training_programs uses simulators for operator training
gptkbp:type automated gun system
gptkbp:updates regular software updates for performance improvements
gptkbp:upgrades upgrades planned for enhanced capabilities
planned for enhanced targeting systems
gptkbp:used_by gptkb:United_States_Navy
gptkbp:user_countries primarily used by the United States
gptkbp:user_feedback generally positive feedback from operators
gptkbp:weight approximately 30 tons
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:starship
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4