A--Exploration of AI/ML for Landsat Flight Operations
ID: DOIGFBO250002Type: Sources Sought
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUSITION GRANTS-NATIONALRESTON, VA, 20192, USA

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Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

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GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY R&D SVCS; GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AJ13)
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    The United States Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting a Sources Sought announcement to explore the application of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques for optimizing Landsat satellite flight operations. The USGS aims to gather information from industry, academia, and research institutions regarding the feasibility of employing AI/ML methods in areas such as anomaly triage and telemetry analysis, leveraging extensive telemetry data from Landsat 8 and 9. This initiative is crucial for enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency in satellite operations, ultimately improving mission reliability. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their qualifications and capabilities by December 13, 2024, to Ty DeHart at tdehart@usgs.gov, as the USGS seeks potential collaborators for a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA).

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