(RTTNews) -  L-3 Communications (LLL: News ), Wednesday said its Combat Propulsion Systems and Magnet Motors divisions have won a contract from the US Army to provide high power electrical generation for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle.

The first phase for the Integrated Starter Generator or ISG is in the making, and L-3 will provide 10 system prototypes within the next two years. This unique system will enable the Army to increase power levels for its combat vehicle electrical systems, which will enhance the capability of the Bradley Fighting Vehicles.

New York City based L-3 Communications, a contractor in aircraft modernization and maintenance, as well as communication systems, said it would integrate a permanent magnet starter generator and the associated power electronics with its 800 horsepower transmission. The L-3 ISG will be an integral component of the hydro-mechanical power transmission or HMPT, providing all needed vehicle electrical power, and the transmission disconnect clutch and auxiliary pump drive system.
The L-3 HMPT-800-EG system will provide substantial electrical power generation for increasing mission loads and additional integration options for high capacity auxiliary loads for the Bradley Family of Fighting Vehicles. The Bradley G40 ISG is indicated for power output of 70 to 160kW between 800 and 2800 rpm.

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