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Point-to-Point Enhanced Wiring Schematics

hComponent info:

hPicture

hLocation

hTheory

hAnimation

hDiscrete circuits fully linked with all other circuits

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Forward Support Battalion

What is Maintainer’s Remote Logistics Network (MRLN)?

BTN

MaintenanceCentral

Merge TACOM IETMs with MTS:*Track vehicle location *Diagnose remotely.* Real-time transmission of sensor

readings.*Low bandwidth and secure* Assist in mission planning

National MaintenanceManagement

GCSS-A Logistics Data Network

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Builds on TACOM’s Electronic Maintenance System-authored

Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs)

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On-Vehicle System

Electronic Control Modules (ECMs)

Electronic Maintenance System (EMS) IETM

interprets and evaluates readings

Electronic Analog or Digital System (EAS/EDS)

captures signals

Movement Tracking System (MTS)

transmits information

ENGINE

CTIS

OTHER

ABS

TRANS

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Benefits of MRLN

• Improve Readiness• Reduce logistics footprint/burden• Reduce operation & support costs• Real-time awareness of vehicle/fleet health and

location

• Immediate intervention via remote troubleshooting and diagnostics

• Collection of all maintenance actions for trend analysis and development of prognostics

• Efficient use of tailored maintenance packages• Enhanced deployment

LogisticsEnabler for ArmyTransformation

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