EPAS

Abstract

The objective of this program wasto 1) demonstrate the concept that an integrated suite of non-acoustic sensors will provide an effective real time, day and night air ASW detection, localization and tracking capability in acoustically challenging shallow regions and deep water areas of uncertainty (AOU); 2) develop and demonstrate a cross platform non-acoustic system for fixed wing, helicopter, aerostat, and unmanned aerial vehicle ASW platforms. Navy funding for FY09 supports the development, integration, and demonstration testing of four (4) second generation prototype Electro-Optic Passive ASW Sensor (EPAS) systems (EPAS/Joint Multi-Mission Electro-optic System (JMMES)) with algorithm based integrated sensor operation and ASW automatic target recognition/operator cueing software modules. The EPAS technology and ASW mission module software has been leveraged to develop multi-mission capability for other targets of Naval interest including maritime and overland surface warfare, maritime interdiction operations, mine counter measures.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2011
Source ID
9177_0603254N_4_1319_PB_2011

Tags

Readers

  • Maritime and Naval Warfare Studies
  • Sensor Fusion and Tracking Systems.
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • Autonomy
  • Autonomy - UAVs

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