Sensors Open System Architecture
Abstract
The Sensors Open System Architecture (SOSA) project develops common open (non-proprietary) standards and associated software interfaces to support the development of sensors and embedded systems to enable various modalities. These modalities include, but not limited to: RADAR, SIGINT, Electronic Warfare (EW), Communications and Electro-Optical InfraRed (EO/IR) in support of airborne, space and ground systems. In collaboration with the SOSA Consortium, this program develops, demonstrates, supports research and development, and rapid integration of open systems. The program enables the development/modification of weapon systems to stay ahead of or respond to threat and technological advances from near-peer/peer adversaries. This program will fund and support development of the SOSA Technical Standard, the development of prototype solutions, as well as fund and operate the Open Architecture SIL (System Integration Laboratory) to mature and verify the common hardware standards and associated software interfaces. The SOSA program will also fund other supporting efforts such as SOSA development/interoperability, verification, and conformance tools and provide training/awareness. This program element may include necessary civilian pay expenses required to manage, execute, and deliver technology and sensor capabilities. The use of such program funds would be in addition to the civilian pay expenses budgeted in program element 0605831F.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2025
- Source ID
- 672003_0305206F_7_3600_PB_2025
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