Persistent Operations Surface Surveillance and Engagement (POSSE)
Abstract
The Persistent Operations Surface Surveillance and Engagement (POSSE) program developed the capability to integrate sensor input from multiple modalities to find indications of insurgent activities. Combined with dynamically updated information from soldiers on the ground, POSSE has enabled near-real-time generation of the evidence necessary for further investigation or interdiction. POSSE experiments were conducted at the National Training Center (NTC) with realistic role players emulating typical residential, commercial, and light industrial activity. Within this environment, insurgent activity was simulated by qualified experts using the latest and most complete intelligence available. Measurements included precision collections of insurgent activities, as well as the realistic surrounding background clutter of typical civilian activity. Results informed future experiments, led to specifications for future sensor design, and provided insights into how to integrate other narrow and wide area sensors into an integrated approach to countering insurgencies. Transition is in process with the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2013
- Source ID
- 6e7a4ac835986a66ecc67c62b681f958
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