Optical Detection and Classification of Military Munitions Underwater
Abstract
Many active and former United States military installations are contaminated with munitions, including underwater sites. Of particular concern are shallow sites with exposed munitions. Optical imaging techniques offer promise for detecting these munitions: the imaging process is less affected by clutter; information such as optical contrast, color, and exact geometry is preserved, providing valuable inputs for automatic target recognition; imaging resolution is high enough to assess the integrity of the munition; and optical images are natural and intuitive for users to assess. Here we discuss the development of a proof-of-concept Optical Munition Detector (OMD). The OMD uses optical imaging techniques to survey the seafloor, extracting information useful for munition detection and classification. The overall objective of this effort is to develop an Optical Munition Detector (OMD) that uses optical imaging techniques to detect and classify munitions underwater. The OMD is designed to close operational gaps with existing remedial investigation technologies. The specific objective of this limited scope project is to design, fabricate, and demonstrate a proof-of-concept OMD.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 2021
- Accession Number
- AD1217113
Entities
People
- Jed Wilbur
- Jules Jaffee
Organizations
- Creare, Inc.