LSS
Life Support System integrated with Auxiliary Power Unit (LSS-APU) is a comprehensive solution, for military vehicles / platforms, providing all the functions as Life Support System (LSS) and additionally, when the main engine is off:
- Allows LSS (HVAC / ECS & NBC / CBRN) operation
- Provides power for batteries charging and onboard equipment operation
- Allows silent mode operation (low noise and thermal signature)
- Reduces the operational costs of the vehicle
LSS-APU is an optimal solution for special task vehicles such as:
- Command Post
- Medical Evacuation
- Surveillance
- Reconnaissance
- NBC / CBRN Reconnaissance & Decontamination
- Engineering Support
For logistic reasons LSS-APU solution usually consist of two major LRUs:
- LSS Box – identical to the LSS installed on the regular IFV / APC of the relevant fleet
- APU Box – that is usually installed on the roof of the vehicle and consists of Diesel Engine, secondary Compressor and Condenser
Some LSS-APU are provided as one integrated LRU.
Hundreds of Kinetics' LSS-APU are in service worldwide on wheeled & tracked special purpose vehicles.
