Leonardo DRS Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) complements the Inland Petroleum Distribution System (IPDS) by providing a means to rapidly extend existing fuel distribution networks.
E2FDS is a modular and scalable system of systems with a rapid emplacement capability that keeps pace with the fuel demands of an advancing front and evolving battlespace has a deployment rate of 25-miles per 20-hour day, with a retrieval rate of 10 miles per day.
Concept of operation: E2FDS is a containerized fluid movement system designed for rapid deployment. Complements the current Inland Petroleum Distribution System (IPDS).
Remotely controlled and monitored pump station with a pumping capability of 1M gallons of fuel or 750K gallons of water per 20-hours.
Gap Crossing Kit allows for hose to traverse deep obstructions in the terrain.
E2FDS hose emplacement is gravity fed from the storage container as the container is driven along the desired course. During the hose emplacement operation, the fiber optic cable is laid along side the hose.
E2FDS hose retrieval is performed by a tugger mounted to the truck. While the hose is being retrieved, soldiers lay the hose flat in the storage container. During the hose retrieval operation, the fiber optic cable is rewound onto a spool by an electric motor.
Hoverfly UAS provides 24/7 remoted visual surveillance of the E2FDS system and the surrounding area. Tethered to the pump station, Hoverfly video and pictures are sent to the remote operation site over the same fiber optic cable that controls E2FDS.