The UCS Architecture UML model seamlessly integrates into project modeling environments. The UCS model specifies logical service interfaces and an associated logical data model (LDM) to support the development of an enterprise architecture. The mechanisms for achieving UCS service reachability are determined by the implementer. For example, mechanisms for service discovery, cyber security and access policies, and networking protocols can be enterprise-wide decisions to which the UCS implementation model must conform.
The system architecture realization of UCS services, including their allocation to components and their implementation-specific non-functional properties (NfPs), are determined by system integrator. For example, in a SysML modeling environment. The UCS Architecture partitions services into subdomains where a high degree of service collaboration can be expected and partitions subdomains that may share similar NfPs into domains. UCS service partitioning eases system partitioning downstream.
At the software level, the UCS platform independent model can be transformed into a platform specific model based on enterprise-wide or system-wide technology choices and from there into interface code. This approach isolates the interface specification from the complexity of the software platform, reducing obsolescence, promoting technology insertion, and promoting strategic reuse.
UCS in DoD Programs of Record
UCS is referenced in these ADMs and policies:
- OUSD(AT&L) ADM for DoD UAS Groups 2-5, February 2009
- Navy PEO U&W ADM
- Army PEO Aviation ADM
- Sec Air Force Unmanned Systems Flight Plan 2009-2047
- Air Force Global Hawk ADM
UCS adoption includes these programs of record:
Army Programs:
- PM UAS Universal Ground Control Station (UGCS)
- PM UAS BDRVT
- PM Soldier CRS-I (incl. JAUS)
Navy and Marine Programs:
- PMA 281 Common Control Station (CCS)
- PMA 266 Fire Scout Tactical Control Station (TCS)
- PMA 262 Triton Control Station
- LCS Mine Counter Measures (MCM) Mission Package (incl. JAUS)
- SPAWAR Multi-Operator Control Unit (MOCU)
- PMS 406 Unmanned Surface Vehicle (incl. JAUS)
Air Force Programs:
- Global Hawk GCS Update
- Predator/Reaper Block 50 GCS.