Real-Time Interactive Analysis and Visualization Interface for Environmental Research Data

"Mission Research Corporation (MRC) proposes to develop a systemfor real-timedata acquisition, dissemination and display, and remote sensorcontrol, utilizingInternet and SATCOM technologies. The objective is to supportcost-effectiveresearch activities that allow remote participation.Capabilities will include aweb-based interface, with appropriate security measures, allowingremote users tointeract with the data system and sensors via the Internet. Anoptional SATCOMlink will be provided when direct Internet access to the systemis not feasible.Interactive capabilities will be developed to disseminate anddisplay data frommultiple sensors to multiple remote users. The system will alsoprocess up-linkcommands from remote users to sensors during field operations,and allow users toprovide feedback. Under the basic year 1 and 2 Phase II effort,MRC will finalizethe system design, acquire necessary commercial hardware, andimplement software toperform these functions. MRC will integrate, test, anddemonstrate these capabilities.Optional Phase II tasks are to: (1) integrate the system with theon-line NavalPostgraduate School Distance Learning Program; and (2) integratethe system withobservational and navigational sensors aboard a research ship.BENEFITS: This effort will provide a fully capable system for remote sensor control, dataacquisition, management and visualization via the Internet. Anticipated uses ofthe system include environmental re