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OBJECTIVE: This topic seeks to identify and develop high-power Radio Frequency Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems (RF-MEMS) accelerated reliability test methodologies to reduce technology acceptance time for switched phase shifters that utilize capacitive or contact RF MEMS switches. Currently, life testing conducted on RF MEMs switching devices requires significant time and cost due to a lack of ph ...

OBJECTIVE: The overall objective of this effort is to develop innovative solutions to significantly decrease the defect and dislocation sizes and densities in large format (>25 cm^2) II-VI compound semiconductor infrared detector materials. Emphasis shall be given to detectors operating in the short through mid-long wavelength regime (~10 micron cut-off). DESCRIPTION: The Missile Defense Agency ...

TECHNOLOGY AREAS: Information Systems, Electronics ACQUISITION PROGRAM: Modeling and Simulation The technology within this topic is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), which controls the export and import of defense-related material and services. Offerors must disclose any proposed use of foreign nationals, their country of origin, and what tasks each would ac ...

TECHNOLOGY AREAS: Sensors, Weapons OBJECTIVE: To produce a dual band telemetry system consisting of a transmitter, antenna cables, and possibly a combiner to replace current S-band telemetry systems on missile defense interceptors and associated test target vehicles. The proposer will consider form, fit, and function as design constraints and will design, integrate, and produce a prototype (in ...

OBJECTIVE: This Topic seeks research and development of innovative planning algorithms toward improving sensor coordination of a hybrid Aegis BMD System. The result of this effort should be adaptable planning algorithms that recommend options for optimizing Ship Operating Area (SOA) toward defending a given area against a missile raid (multiple targets). Research should include, but not be limit ...

OBJECTIVE: Develop signal waveform characteristics and processing algorithms that will deduce sensor-invariant attributes of a tracked object so that it can be classified, discriminated and evaluated for engagement. Physics-based approaches are sought for broadest utility and general applicability. DESCRIPTION: The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is seeking the development of enhanced radio ...

OBJECTIVE: This research seeks novel algorithms and signal processing techniques that will minimize Aegis-to-3G&4G and 3G&4G-to Aegis interference. Space-time, adaptive and other approaches are sought for broadest utility and generality. DESCRIPTION: The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is seeking the development of novel RF modulation, timing and phasing as well as orthogonal and bi-static ...

OBJECTIVE: To develop system optimization algorithms to enable effective fire control solutions in challenging environments. Design a procedure to task the right sensor at the right time for a selected target. DESCRIPTION: Given a diverse inventory of missile assets, as well as a sensor suite that may be able to view the target from different viewing angles, phenomenologies, accuracies and tim ...

OBJECTIVE: To develop new methods for multi-sensor target handover and characterization. DESCRIPTION: For radars fielded by the Missile Defense System, there is a given set of available features that were developed for acquisition, track and discrimination of targets. Similarly, for electro-optic/infrared sensors there are standard features which have been developed for acquisition, track and ...

OBJECTIVE: Zero Power/Ultra-Low Power X-Ray Sensors - Development of a zero power/ultra-low power x-ray sensing technology for use at the printed circuit board level or integrated circuit level, for the protection of critical technology from exploitation. DESCRIPTION: The Agency has issued a directive necessitating the protection of Critical Program Information (CPI) from unintentional t ...