Contested Logistics: Future Challenges for
Special Operations Forces (SOF) 2030
Concept Overview
United States Special Operations Command’s (USSOCOM) Directorate of Science and Technology (S&T) Futures seeks to develop concepts under the theme, “Contested Logistics in Future SOF Operations.” RCA 16 will primarily focus on the critical challenges of providing reliable, resilient, and adaptable power solutions to support untethered Special Operations Forces (SOF) operators in future mission environments. This includes addressing operational needs around power generation, distribution, hybrid power integration, and advanced energy storage, all within contested, remote, or denied areas where traditional infrastructure is absent or compromised.
A Precursor Event
Innovation Foundry 16 (IF16) examined future contested logistics environments, highlighting significant operational challenges in scenarios involving remote, isolated, and contested regions. The focus included energy generation, advanced energy storage, hybrid power solutions, power distribution, advanced manufacturing, autonomous resupply, and more.
