USW Decision Support
Abstract
USW-DSS B2R3 (development completed in FY 2013) provides integrated, near-real time, net-centric ASW CTP/COP for the carrier strike groups (CSGs). USW-DSS is a C2 capability, identified in the ASW ICD, for the Sea Combat, TUSW, and ASW Commanders, and enables warfighters to plan and conduct USW operations, align sensors for exploitation of the environment, allocate resources, optimize operations and risk, and perform vulnerability assessments. USW-DSS provides USW Commanders with an expanded net-centric USW capability across CSG platforms (CVNs, CG/DDGs, and SURTASS) as well as supporting shore nodes to include TOCs, M-TOCs, Training, NOPF, and CTF. USW-DSS shortens C2 decision processes for detection-to-engagement across multiple platforms, including those with low-bandwidth communications or intermittent connectivity. For at-sea nodes, USW-DSS software processing requirements are hosted on CANES and implement a SOA while display generation and operator interfaces are provided via USW-DSS hardware. Ashore nodes host USW-DSS software on COTS hardware. Starting in FY 2017, funding was restored to commence development of USW-DSS for TUSW (designated USW-DSS Build 3/FCR 1) and to re-architect B2R3 into a Modular Oriented System Architecture (MOSA), implement an electronic Master Tactical Plot (eMTP), modernize the tactical data interfaces and displays, and implement new mandated cyber security changes across all afloat platforms and shore nodes. Build 3 Fleet Capability Release (FCR) incremental developments will implement cost effective cyber security and TASW functionality by integrating inputs from data sources and platforms such as the P8-A Poseidon aircraft and associated Air ASW sensors, provide improved and additional functionality, and improve stability/reliability. USW-DSS Build 3 will provide common and improved visualization, integrated USW platform sensor data sharing, reduced data entry, improved sensor performance predictions, data fusion, and reduced redundancy across USW Tactical Decision Aids (TDAs). The program will provide a greater understanding of the undersea battle space by allowing the entire force (carrier/expeditionary strike group, theater, or other) to have a common and thorough understanding of the battle space with characterized uncertainties. The Navy continues to modernize and add sensor capabilities to existing PORs that are significant data sources of information for USW-DSS. These include, but are not limited to the AN/SQQ-89 Surface ASW Combat System, the AN/SQQ-34 Aircraft Carrier Tactical Support Center (CV-TSC), Global Command and Control System - Maritime (GCCS-M), and the Distributed Common Ground System - Navy (DCGS-N). As the sensor capabilities and systems mature, the tactical data valuable to USW-DSS is incorporated as part of a future FCR. USW-DSS Build 3 capability will a be a phased evolutionary acquisition approach to provide cost-effective capability improvements to the warfighter. The current software version, B2R3 (development completed in FY 2013), will continue to field on afloat platforms until the follow-on Build 3/FCR 2 is certified for Fleet deployment. In FY 2020, USW-DSS will continue to develop and test the software changes and perform the certification testing necessary to address end of life (EOL) support issues impacting B2R3 as well as address emerging mandated cybersecurity requirements. Additionally in FY 2020, funding will be used to develop, design, integrate, and test additional USW-DSS tools/capabilities for B3 including, but not limited to: Common Tactical Picture (CTP), Platform Data Fusion Integration, Cross-Platform Data Fusion, Automated Asset Allocation, Asset/Threat State Information, Vulnerability Analysis enhancement, ASW Track Management, Automated Re-planning, Engagement Target Pairing, improved TASW capabilities, Data-Focused Navy Tactical Cloud Integration, and incorporating the electronic Master Tactical Plot (eMTP) visualization/display service on which to render the CTP/COP. These improvements address requirements from the Commander U.S. Fleet Forces endorsement of "Theater ASW Capability Requirements" letter (dated 24 February 2017).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2020
- Source ID
- 3094_0604518N_5_1319_PB_2020
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