Imaging and Targeting Support
Abstract
The purpose of the Imaging and Targeting Support (I&TS) program is to develop and demonstrate next-generation, persistent, wide area surveillance and common imagery reconnaissance sensor capabilities (radar and electro-optical systems) for multiple airborne platforms, and sensor products to aid in rapid targeting (geolocation models, sensor-based exploitation tools, sensor networking capabilities). Developmental efforts pursued are improved sensor capabilities (such as hyperspectral imagery [HSI], measurement and signature intelligence [MASINT], polarimetric imaging, ground moving target indication [GMTI], foliage penetration, and other radar and electro-optical modes), increased geolocation accuracy, advanced sensor data correlation, automated target detection, network centric warfare, and other Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and associated Tasking Processing Exploitation and Dissemination (TPED) capabilities to reduce both target search and kill chain timelines; as well as, supporting traditional intelligence activities. I&TS will increase interoperability among developed systems by developing common standards and tools. I&TS focuses on the following areas: Development and integration of common radar and electro-optical sensors (Synthetic Aperture Radar [SAR], Low Frequency SAR, and antennas, Electro-Optical [EO], Infrared [IR], HSI, Low Light, Laser Radar [LADAR], dismount detection radar [DDR], and their operational modes (High Resolution Imagery, Moving Target Indication, Persistent Surveillance, Wide Area Surveillance, Spectral Identification) for multiple airborne platforms. Development and demonstration of advanced airborne tactical sensor and associated TPED processing and tools (including automatic registration, automatic and assisted target detection, network centric warfare). Development of integrated multi-sensor capabilities to detect and identify obscured targets (OT). Development and implementation of imagery standards (Common GMTI and National Imagery Transmission Format (NITF)). These efforts focus on reducing the find, fix and track elements of the time critical targeting kill-chain timeline while improving operator and decision-maker efficiency and effectiveness. Provides for monitoring and enhancement of Imagery Intelligence (IMINT) product quality (radar and EO/IR imagery, GMTI data, and spectral information) and timeliness throughout the image chain (from sensor to user). Supports the development of a sensor testbed platform for technological and integration risk reduction. Activities also include studies and analysis to support both current program planning and execution and future program planning. This program is in Budget Activity 7, Operational System Development because this budget activity includes development efforts to upgrade systems that have been fielded or have received approval for full rate production and anticipate production funding in the current or subsequent fiscal year.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2012
- Source ID
- 674818_0305206F_7_3600_PB_2012
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