Exploration and Evaluation of RTT, TTT, and Hybrid Fusion Architectures Navy SBIR FY2005.2 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2005.2 Topic No.: N05-099 Topic Title: Exploration and Evaluation of RTT, TTT, and Hybrid Fusion Architectures Proposal No.: N052-099-0458 Firm: CleverSet, Inc 673 NW Jackson Ave. Corvallis, Oregon 97330-4832 Contact: Bruce D'Ambrosio Phone: (541) 829-6000 Web Site: http://www.cleverset.com Abstract: In this SBIR Phase I proposal, CleverSet (Prime Contractor and BAESystems (Subcontractor) propose to study Report-to-Track (RTT) and Track-to-Track (TTT) fusion tradeoffs in the context of tactical systems, such as the E-2 and JSF, by developing a testbed for BAE Systems' All-Source Track and ID Fuser (ATIF). The tradeoffs between RTT and TTT fusion are not well understood, and track-to-track fusion systems are generally considered sub-optimal due to the information loss involved in track formation. The proposed work will enable the development of improved RTT and hybrid RTT / TTT fusion algorithms. This will in turn enable more efficient processing and improved performance. Results of the Phase I effort will include an instrumented testbed for controlled experimentation with alternate fusion architectures, an unclassified test-data-suite designed to match the parameters of situations of interest, and initial single-radar study results. Additional results will include a plan for scaling up to more comprehensive, multi-radar and multiple sensor-type experiments, together with a plan for development of optimized algorithms based on the information obtained in these experiments. Benefits: Hypothesis management for MHT is an increasingly important element of our national defense. CleverSet is working with partners such as BAE Systems to identify ways to transition our relational fusion technology into fielded and/or fieldable products for national defense. NAVAIR is the most logical transition partner / customer. SIAP is working on the centralized/distributed fusion problem, and so represents a potential near-term transition path. CleverSet is also currently focused on a commercial market in on-line consumer behavior tracking. We anticipate that the technologies developed under the proposed effort will provide powerful new capabilities in both these marketplaces. Return