Weapons Scheduling for Uncertain Weapon-Target Assignment
ID: N241-037Type: BOTH
Overview

Topic

Weapons Scheduling for Uncertain Weapon-Target Assignment

Agency

Department of DefenseN/A

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTHYear: 2024

Topic Link

https://www.sbir.gov/node/2479755

Additional Information

https://www.defensesbirsttr.mil/SBIR-STTR/Opportunities/
Timeline
  1. 1
    Release Nov 29, 2023 12:00 AM
  2. 2
    Open Jan 3, 2024 12:00 AM
  3. 3
    Next Submission Due Feb 21, 2024 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Close Feb 21, 2024 12:00 AM
Description

The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking proposals for a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program with a focus on the topic of "Weapons Scheduling for Uncertain Weapon-Target Assignment". The research aims to develop an automated capability for the Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS) that maximizes weapon scheduling effectiveness in scenarios where explicit weapon-target assignment solutions are not possible. The technology should generate engagement schedules enabling incoming target raid annihilation in the face of uncertainty regarding the number of inbound targets, their physical location, and other characteristics. The proposed solutions should be compatible with the SSDS combat management system (CMS) and use common data, but not depend on integrating new weapons or sensors. The research should be explainable and demonstrated through low- to medium-fidelity modeling and simulation approaches. The project will have a Phase I and Phase II, with the potential for classified work in Phase II. The technology developed should have dual-use applications, including commercial resource management and scheduling challenges. The deadline for proposals is February 21, 2024. For more information, visit the SBIR topic link or the solicitation agency website.

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