The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking proposals for the topic "Segment Anything For Extended Reality" as part of their SBIR 24.2 Annual solicitation. The Air Force branch is specifically interested in researching, evaluating, and implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) based 3D spatial mapping techniques using Commercial Off The Shelf Extended Reality (XR) devices. The goal is to develop fast and precise detection of multiple known and unknown objects without the need for additional AI training. This technology will enable other automated systems to understand their environment quickly and easily, while allowing humans to provide oversight. The use of AI-based 2D image segmentation methods, such as the Segment Anything Model (SAM), will be extended to 3D images captured by XR devices. The resulting 3D spatial mapping and segmentation information can be used for precise path planning for mobile robots in dynamic operational environments. The project will progress through Phase II, where a working prototype will be developed, and potentially Phase III, where the technology will be refined for production and marketing to the Air Force and other federal agencies. The project duration is not specified, but the application due date is June 12, 2024. More information can be found on the grants.gov website.