ExLS: Lockheed Martin's Newest Launching System Continues to Evolve
Presented by Timothy R. Fouts, manager, Lockheed Martin Launching Systems
Lockheed Martin will provide an update regarding the successful production of Extensible Launching System (ExLS) prototypes and munitions adapters for the Nulka Electronic Warfare Decoy and the NLOS-LS Precision Attack Missile (PAM). Utilizing tactical MK 41 Vertical Launch System (VLS) hardware and the ExLS prototypes, Lockheed Martin will conduct PAM restrained fire testing in the early spring and an extensive Nulka live fire test program in May. Originally conceived in 2005, the ExLS concept was developed as an affordable way to integrate smaller missiles and munitions into the U.S. Navy's MK 41 or MK 57 VLS.