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Physical Sciences, Inc. (PSI) proposes to develop the Low-Shot Object Tracking and Targeting (LOTT) system, which integrates state-of-the-art machine-learning object detection and tracking capabilities with thermal IR and visible imaging sensors utilizing “low-shot” training techniques. LOTT algorithms will enable the detection, characterization, and tracking of an easily-updated target set of ...

Applications running on powerful clusters represent invaluable assets for use cases such as decision support and clinical information. However, in emergency situations such as after a natural disaster or in the battlefield access to such powerful systems might be limited or nonexistent. In such scenarios, users have to rely on the limited resources they have on-site which are typically mobile devi ...

We propose to detect and track each member of a large flock of birds or other flying objects using Geiger-mode 3D imaging lidar. Lidar provides 3D positions of each object at specific times. The depth coordinate enables robust disambiguation of objects whose tracks would appear to cross in 2D camera-based systems. The high measurement rate and extreme sensitivity of Geiger-mode lidar enables safe, ...

High Energy Laser (HEL) systems provide many benefits on the battlefield, such as speed of light engagement, precision engagement with limited collateral damage, graduated response (lethal and non-lethal effects), and low cost per shot. Recent developments in phased array HEL technology is enabling the integration of HEL systems on small ground-based platforms. To support these HEL systems, a high ...

We propose to research and develop Flexible and Live Adaptive Training Tools (FLATT) as a flexible user interface capability within a generalized framework that can be applied to a wide variety of training instances. We plan to leverage our Generalized Intelligent Framework for Tutoring (GIFT) toolset because it is a flexible, expandable, service-oriented architecture (SOA)-based system that provi ...

Multi-purpose canines (MPCs) attached to Army Special Operational Forces (ARSOF) units play pivotal roles in small unit tactics as a force multiplier. The ARSOF canine handler’s inability to effectively communicate with the MPC in non-line of sight (non-LOS) scenarios limit ARSOF Soldier maneuverability, survivability, lethality and unit tactical advantage. Current techniques for off-leash direc ...

Analog Photonics' advanced silicon photonics library and phased array technology will be leveraged to create external cavity, narrow linewidth lasers in a master-oscillator power-amplifier configuration. The master oscillator is optimized for low phase noise, stable operation, and mode-hop-free tuning while an array of coherently combined amplifiers will be used to boost the signal to 1W and beyon ...

Sensors and focal plane arrays at all wavelengths are at risk of damage from high-power laser threats. Physical Sciences Inc. (PSI) proposes to develop a monolithic nanostructure array for improved laser induced damage threshold (LIDT) over traditional multilayer optical thin films. The unique etching geometry of PSI’s nanostructure will create a high-reflection (HR) band near 1 micron wavelengt ...

Hydrogen gas (H2) has many benefits as an alternative energy source for fossil fuels, including environmental and energy supply benefits. Hydrogen can be used to produce electricity in fuel cells and hydrogen internal combustion engines (hydrogen energy density: ~140 MJ/kg). Producing H2 at the point-of-need is especially attractive to mobile Military operations. The cost of JP-8 when fully burden ...

Triton will demonstrate the feasibility and maturation of an autonomous and remote fuel agitation and certification approach that is needed to determine the feasibility of executing an autonomous fueling mission with no human-in-the-loop. The Autonomous and Robotic Remote Refueling Point (AR3P) concept is a project addressing the range and on-station time limitations and mission risks faced by cur ...