The BCP has both primary military applications and secondary civil/military dual-use potential: Military Applications • Artillery Fire Control Centre – Serves as the command node for directing fire missions and controlling multiple batteries. • Mobile Command Post – Allows regiments to relocate command centres without losing operational tempo. • Secure Communications Hub – Fibre and radio-based communications keep units linked to higher HQs and peers. • Forward-Deployed Operations – Deployed close to battle lines, providing commanders with real-time situational awareness. Civil/Military Dual-Use Applications • Disaster Management – Mobile headquarters for coordination during natural disasters, providing power and comms. • Border Security Posts – Rugged, relocatable command centres for surveillance operations. • Emergency Response – Used by paramilitary or disaster relief teams to establish forward coordination centres.
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1. Introduction Modern battlefields are complex, fast-moving, and heavily dependent on secure communication and coordination. Artillery regiments in particular require real-time information, rapid fire-control decisions, and continuous communication with higher headquarters and deployed batteries. Traditional tent-based command posts are often limited by poor weather protection, lack of mobility, and vulnerability to electronic or physical threats. The Vehicle-Mounted Expandable Battery Command Post (BCP) solves these challenges by providing a mobile, protected, and fully equipped command centre that can move with artillery units into forward areas. It is built on a TATA 2.5 Ton GS vehicle and houses a containerised expandable shelter that opens up on the battlefield to create a spacious working environment. This system is essentially a “war room on wheels” – equipped with: • Power generation so it can function without external electricity. • Communication infrastructure including fibre optic networking and tactical radios for secure, long-range connectivity. • Telescopic masts for mounting antennas and surveillance equipment. • Climate control and safety systems to keep the crew safe and effective. • Ergonomic furniture and storage for operators, weapons, computers, and communication gear. Once deployed, the BCP becomes the nerve centre for artillery operations, allowing commanders to direct fire missions, coordinate with higher HQ, and maintain secure connectivity even in remote or hostile environments. For a layman: Imagine a fully air-conditioned mobile office, loaded with computers, radios, and communication gear, which folds out on the battlefield and allows a team of officers to command artillery fire. It is rugged enough for military use, safe against environmental hazards, and mobile enough to keep up with frontline units. 2. System Overview The Battery Command Post (BCP) is designed as a self-contained, rapidly deployable tactical headquarters. Unlike static command centres, it is mounted on a rugged TATA 2.5 Ton GS vehicle platform, ensuring mobility and quick repositioning during dynamic operations. Key Functional Elements: Expandable Modular Shelter The heart of the BCP is a containerised cabin with expandable side walls and reinforced flooring, which creates additional working area once deployed. The shelter is insulated, durable, and painted in military camouflage for concealment and protection against harsh weather conditions. Power Independence A 2.5 KVA silent generator supplies onboard electricity, backed by an AC/DC power distribution system and battery bank. This ensures continuous power for communications, climate control, and tactical systems even in power-denied environments. Communication Infrastructure With Optical Line Terminal Equipment (OLTE), 1000m of Optical Fibre Cable (OFC), and secure tactical radios, the BCP ensures real-time, encrypted connectivity with higher HQ, artillery batteries, and external networks. Mast Systems The system includes two telescopic masts: o A 10m pneumatic mast for heavy antenna arrays, radios, or surveillance equipment. o A 3m multipurpose mast for lighter devices and quick deployment. Ergonomics and Crew Comfort Designed for six operators, the interior is equipped with foldable workstations, chairs, server racks, gun racks, and storage cupboards. A 1-ton AC unit, exhaust fans, and LED lighting ensure comfort and safety during long missions. 3. Technical Specifications Below is a comprehensive table capturing the key technical aspects of the BCP system:
