| In December 2003, EG&G deployed the prototype Block 0 GSTAMIDS systems to perform a vital role in Operation Iraqi Freedom. EG&G sent support personnel with the systems to provide user training. Information on GSTAMIDS can be found at Buried Object Detection page. | |
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| Two prototype GSTAMIDS systems were deployed to play a critical role in detection of mines and improvised explosive devices. | |
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| The GSTAMIDS Mine Detection Vehicle is designed for disassembled transportation aboard military cargo aircraft. In this picture, a rear wheel assembly is being attached to the armor-plated body. | |
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| A soldier deploys the Marker Assembly on the rear of the GSTAMIDS Mine Detection Vehicle. The system places a paint mark within 0.25m of a detected mine. The GSTAMIDS transport isotainers can be seen in the background. | |
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| The completely assembled Mine Detection Vehicle is seen in operation. The sensor modules with ground penetrating radar and metal detectors can be seen under the central part of the chassis. | |
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GSTAMIDS Block 0 in operation. The Mine Detection Vehicle is teleoperated from the Control Vehicle at a safe distance. |
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The
Mine Detection Vehicle places a paint mark within 0.25m of a detected
mine.
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The
Mine Detection Vehicle, a Meerkat, is remotely operated by the
crew in the Buffalo, which is the GSTAMIDS Control Vehicle. The
Buffalo is also armor plated, and has an articulated manipulator
arm for mine clearance.
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| The Mine Detection Vehicle is remotely operated by a crew in the Control Vehicle. One person "drives" the Mine Detection Vehicle with a joystick and video displays, while another mans the mine detection system user station. A crew member drives the Control Vehicle, and another operates the robotic manipulator for mine clearance. | |
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| EG&G sent a team with the GSTAMIDS systems to provide training and other support during deployment. | |
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Some
of the US troops trained by EG&G during GSTAMIDS deployment.
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GSTAMIDS is a program under the Army Project Manager, Close Combat Systems. |
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