Downloaded from https://www.everyspec.com FM 34-54 MI elements. This could include C-E systems, code books, or technical documents such as operator manuals. TECHINT LNE : The TECHINT LNE at Corps (or lowest level) receives the SALUTE report through intelligence reporting channels. He then compares report information with outstanding requirements to see if collection is necessary. Depending on the priority of the requirement and tactical situation, the Corps LNE may— Coordinate with the G3 and MI Brigade Commander to dispatch the Corps direct support TECHINT collection team to the capture site. Give further instructions for exploitation and/or evacuation procedures to the capturing unit S2.
If an intelligence requirement no longer exists for the captured equipment, the LNE informs the capturing S2 who disposes of the materiel within normal logistics channels. In any case, the Corps TECHINT LNE forwards an information copy of the SALUTE report with details of initial actions taken to the JTIB, JCMEC, and other TECHINT LNEs. Once a TECHINT unit takes custody of a TECHINT item, battlefield TECHINT exploitation begins. TECHINT analysts and specialists use checklists established by S&TI agencies and the JCMEC to exploit each type of threat equipment for which requirements exist. S&TI and the JCMEC develop battlefield exploitation procedures from four sources:
The US Army Test and Evaluation Command's international test operation procedures. Coordination with S&TI analysts. Theater and Corps TECHINT requirements. Their own experience. Exploitation procedures are standardized yet constantly updated and included in different exploitation plans based on the type of equipment or documents being exploited. These plans steer the analysis process. 4-8 BATTLEFIELD TECHINT ANALYSIS