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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 ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Autonomous emplacement of sensors and unmanned ground vehicles by airdrop requires that the payload stay upright after impact and that the parachute, container, and any impact attenuation is derigged from the payload automatically after landing. The 5-50 lb payload scale of sensors and small unmanned ground vehicles offers tremendous freedom for rapid innovation in airdrop technology. The design s ...

Physical Sciences Inc. (PSI), in collaboration with Spectral Sciences Inc. (SSI), proposes an innovative approach to develop validated models of modern, high pressure liquid rocket engines (LRE) of interest to the Air Force where critical validation data for hydrocarbon combustion are unavailable. The data will be obtained at relevant LRE conditions by PSI, and will be used to validate reduced che ...

Many existing network intrusion detection systems (IDS) employ expensive deep packet inspection (DPI) and sophisticated pattern matching algorithms to spot evidence of known threats in the network traffic. While IDS are a valuable component of a defense-in-depth strategy, they often require significant compute power, tend to miss new (previously unknown) threats, run on heavy hardware, may require ...

Triton Systems will apply our human factors, human systems product design, and ergonomics expertise to tailor our existing low cost in-flight bladder relief system for USAF users beyond fighter pilots. The bladder relief system allows the user to safely urinate in-flight without fear of leaks or resulting discomfort. The proposed effort will provide validation of the Triton bladder relief system i ...

Future wars will be fought with technology. Our proposed education platform will enables Air Force decision makers to understand the cutting edge application of analytics in the Air Force and commercial settings and positions them to immediately lead the effort to create analytics products and lead data driven problem solving. The commercial version of the product exists and is realizing revenue a ...