Compact Towed Sonar Array Navy SBIR FY2005.2 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2005.2 Topic No.: N05-125 Topic Title: Compact Towed Sonar Array Proposal No.: N052-125-0153 Firm: Progeny Systems Corporation 9500 Innovation Drive Manassas, Virginia 20110 Contact: Dave Baird Phone: (703) 368-6107 Web Site: www.progeny.net Abstract: Towed arrays for unmanned U. S. Navy platforms require engineering breakthroughs in a number of critical components due to the demands of reduced stowage volume, �� 0.5�_ OD array diameter, low cost and improved directional and self-noise performance imposed by UUV/USV�_s in the performance of their missions. Progeny proposes a system solution based on leveraging new, sufficiently mature sensing, array electro-mechanical, COTS electronics and processing technologies that support a near-term, integrated, open system solution. Key elements of the our approach include: a novel miniaturized vector sensor using single piezocrystal material, an autonomous beamforming and detection processing module being developed for distributed sensor networks, a truly protocol-independent, miniaturized towed array telemetry, and a deployment mechanism capable of handling �� 0.5�_ OD arrays already under development by Progeny for surveillance programs. Our proposed array-related technologies and design approach are compatible with ongoing Navy low-cost towed array manufacturing initiatives. An option is proposed to demonstrate two key component technologies within 3 months of option exercise. Benefits: Miniature directional vector sensors and other innovations contained in our proposal will enable UUV and USV is to employ highly capable towed arrays that enhance USN ASW and surveillance capabilities. Return