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We propose to develop a platform-independent Rapid Steganographic Detection Suite (RSDS). The RSDS will be capable of applying a diverse collection of steganalysis detection methods to all relevant files on a PC or other hardware system. The software will have a publicly available API for steganalysis methods and will thus allow new methods to be incorporated by any user who has the RSDS and the ...

In multi-target tracking applications, ambiguities generally arise in how to associate sensor reports with targets. Multiple hypothesis tracking (MHT) algorithms maintain multiple alternative data associations to represent these ambiguities. We propose to develop an (MHT) algorithm design that will provide improved ambiguity resolution and target track estimation accuracy, and therefore improve ...

Daniel H. Wagner Associates, Inc. will develop an Anti-Torpedo Data Fusion and Optimization System (ATDOS) which will fuse all available data using multiple hypothesis association, Gaussian sum and non-Gaussian tracking, and Bayesian inferential reasoning techniques to produce a torpedo defense Tactical Picture (TP). Given this TP, ATDOS will optimize the utilization of all available anti-torpedo ...

Daniel H. Wagner Associates, Inc. will develop a Ground Threat/Target Location Prediction System (GTLPS). The GTLPS will dynamically generate an estimate of threat and target location based on processing all available data. The primary algorithmic techniques that will be utilized are non-Gaussian target motion and data fusion. In Phase I of this project we will show the feasibility of creating the ...

Daniel H. Wagner Associates, Inc. will develop an Object Avoidance Tactical Decision Aid (OATDA) that processes all available data, dynamically generates a CTP and an object avoidance plan, and displays this information on the ship's navigation system. A key capability provided by OATDA will be the ability to fuse data obtained by off-board systems (e.g., Route Surveys, the AN/WLD-1 Remote Minehu ...

Daniel H. Wagner Associates, Inc. will develop an Object Avoidance for Unmanned Surface Vehicles (OAUSV) system that processes all available data, dynamically generates a Tactical Picture, an optimal route, and an object avoidance plan, and provides this information to the Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) control system and its operators. A key capability provided by OAUSV will be the ability to fus ...

Daniel H. Wagner Associates, Inc. will develop a Collision Avoidance Situation Assessment Generator and Tactical Decision Aid (CASAG/TDA). The CASAG/TDA will dynamically generate a Collision Avoidance oriented Situation Assessment (SA) and a recommended collision avoidance plans, both based on processing all available data. The primary algorithmic techniques that will be utilized are Bayesian infe ...

This STTR proposes to solve the problem of automated component placement (also known as intelligent packaging) for UAV's and other products by building on our unique state-of-the-art, patented technology platform. The goal of this work is to enable the automated layout of an entire complex product, such as a UAV, featuring a multitude of systems and subsystems with 3D components. This will be ac ...

The primary objective of this proposed Phase II Project is to scale up the SiMMtec diode array manufacturing process and to demonstrate that the target price of $3/W for QCW operation for high performance high power diode arrays can be achieved for 1000 array orders. We propose to develop and demonstrate the scale up of the required processes to fabricate the SiMM array. Extended lifetest of the ...

Current hook and loop products bear the producing of noise burden which is of increasing concern to the military community and is an irritation in some commercial applications. Similar to zippers, which have a "zipping noise, snap fasteners and plastic buckles which have a "clicking" noise when either engaged or disengaged, the "ripping" noise generated by hook and loop has become a product stan ...