Distributed Battle Management (DBM)

Abstract

The Distributed Battle Management (DBM) program developed mission-driven architectures, protocols, and algorithms for battle management (BM) in contested environments. The military is turning to networked weapons and sensors onboard a heterogeneous mix of multi-purpose manned and unmanned systems. In contested environments, it is a challenge for BM networks to communicate with subordinate platforms due to extensive adversarial cyber and electronic warfare operations, anti-satellite attacks, and the need for emissions control in the face of a formidable integrated air defense system. The DBM program developed a distributed command architecture with decentralized control of mission-focused asset teams. The architecture enabled rapid reaction to ephemeral engagement opportunities and maintained a reliable BM structure, despite limited communications and platform attrition in continuously evolving threat environments. The program incorporated highly automated decision making capability while maintaining vital human-in-the-loop operator approval. DBM technologies transitioned to the Air Force.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2021
Source ID
3457ce4d64b7147d468fd7113ab24594

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Computer science
  • Engineering

Readers

  • Computer Networking
  • Enterprise Information Systems Architecture and Joint Command Capability Interoperability Support.
  • Missile Defense Systems.

Technology Areas

  • Autonomy
  • Autonomy - Autonomous System Control
  • Autonomy - UAVs
  • Cyber
  • Microelectronics
  • Space

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