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, aircraft avoidance, and common imagery reconnaissance sensor capabilities (radar and electro-optical systems), including onboard processing, 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, foliage penetration, and additional radar, electro-optical, and other modalities), increased geolocation accuracy, increased dismount detection capability, 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. This project will also increase interoperability among developed systems by developing common standards and tools. The funds in this project, less OCO and Congressional adds, are distributed in priority order for the goal of building a comprehensive geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) capability for the USAF. On an annual basis, developmental technologies are reviewed against warfighter capabilities and requirements. Projects advancing the technological maturity of promising sensors and processing capabilities are reviewed and prioritized into a recommended list for senior executive direction to implement in the coming year. Traditional focus areas include, but are not limited to: development and demonstration of common radar and electro-optical sensors (Synthetic Aperture Radar [SAR], Low Frequency SAR, and antenna, Electo-Optical [EO], Infrared [IR], HSI, Low Light, Laser Radar [LADAR], Light Detection And Ranging [LIDAR]) and their operational modes (High Resolution Imagery, Moving Target Indication, Dismount Detection, Persistent Surveillance, Wide Area Motion Imagery, Spectral Identification) for multiple airborne platforms, including medium and high altitude platforms. Development and demonstration of advanced tactical sensor and associated TPED processing algorithms and tools (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 Ground/Dismount Moving Target Indicator (GMTI/DMTI), National Imagery Transmission Format (NITF)). 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). 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. FY 2012 included funds for the design and development of a Dismount Detection Radar (DDR). Beginning in FY 2013, DDR funding will be discussed in project 676031. FY 2012 - FY14 includes funds for the maturation of Wide Area Motion Imagery (WAMI) technologies paired with near vertical direction finding (NVDF) technologies to increase geolocation accuracy. This effort matures various wide area motion imagery critical technology elements in support of Combatant Commands' requirements for end-to-end persistent surveillance. This includes emphasis on the development of airborne sensor suites, processing, data links, and associated ground support elements for near real-time surveillance of city-sized areas. Products will be provided for large-scale intelligence data users as well as for situational awareness. Beginning in FY 2015, WAMI and NVDF technology developments will be discussed in project 675382. 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, 2014
- Source ID
- 674818_0305206F_7_3600_PB_2014
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