Kord Defence is a world leader in the provision of simple, push-button control solutions for operators in the defence, homeland security and law enforcement markets.
Today’s frontline soldiers are required to carry numerous electronic devices and systems that often cause them to take their eyes and hands off task, thereby reducing their situational awareness, accuracy and responsiveness.
Kord’s patented programmable push button control technology, called the Rifle Accessory Control Unit (RACU) System, provides soldiers with a fast, reliable and safe way of remotely operating their electronic devices from one central location on their weapon whilst being “Head up, Eyes on Target, Hands on Weapon”®.
Kord Defence, which is wholly owned by KordTech Pty Ltd, is headquartered in Canberra, Australia. Along with its sister companies, KordUSA Inc, ShotDot Pty Ltd, and ShotDot USA Inc, it forms part of the Kord Group.
Kord has extensive experience in developing smart and intuitive mobile interface technologies that can greatly improve soldier performance, lethality and safety.
Rifle Accessory Control Unit (RACU) System
Fully configurable and modular control system; Over-The-Air (OTA) upgradable; programmable for specific roles/device configurations, integrated with over 50 different ancillaries including latest Fire Control Systems and Weapon Sights
RACU Commander System
Multi-button Controller consisting of one or two Remote Switch Assemblies that can attach to a variety of platforms, including standard picatinny/MLok rails and operate on their own or as a linked pair
RACU Hammer System
5 button controller that attaches to a vertical foregrip [Grip Pod]
Features
Control multiple electronic devices/systems on both weapon and body
Optimised for wired or wireless operation depending on the tactical environment
Data logging capabilities can be integrated into the controller for after-action/training review
Accessories include: BLE dongles (for wireless control of ancillaries), Radio Control Adapter and Radio Side Adapter (for connection to and control of single or multiple radios), cable assemblies (for covert operations) and attachment mounts
Can be integrated to intelligent weapon rails
Can be provided as a fully integrated Soldier System, with ancillaries
Training and Competency Testing Program [PC/Android Based]
User Configuration Software TRL/MRL: 9
The RACU Technology, which is able to integrate (by wireless or cable) both current and future electronic accessories, has a number of important benefits for the soldier, including:
Improved performance, lethality and survivability
Reduced cognitive load and system complexity
Improved functional soldier system integration
Improved training and cost effectiveness
Completed development and testing with Australian Army
Developed wireless control system and new controller forms for Australian Army
Completed successful testing with the United States Marine Corps
Selected and tested by the United States Army [AEWE22]
Developed by Kord Defence Pty Ltd, Canberra. Australia
Under manufacture by KordUSA Inc. [Utah] for United States military and law enforcement
Provided wireless weapon-mounted controller for US SOCOM HEAK Project
In-service with Ukraine military
Under operational evaluation by US Army
Australian Army
Australian Special Forces
Royal Australian Navy
Ukraine Army
United States Army
United States Marine Corps
United States Special Operations Command (SOCOM)
Utah Highway Patrol
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Foreign Comparative Testing Award – United States Marine Corps [USMC]: 2016-2021
Australian Innovation Hub: 2017-2018 & 2020-2022
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