TIGER – Techniques for the Improvement of Geospatial RF detection
ID: AF254-D0809Type: BOTH
Overview

Topic

TIGER – Techniques for the Improvement of Geospatial RF detection

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: USAF

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH

Topic Link

https://www.sbir.gov/topics/12039

Additional Information

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/solicitation-documents/active-solicitations
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Air Force, is seeking proposals for the SBIR topic titled "TIGER – Techniques for the Improvement of Geospatial RF detection." The objective is to develop and deploy AI or machine learning-based techniques for detecting and geolocating weak RF emitters from a single Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) platform, particularly in environments with strong emitters. This initiative is crucial for enhancing battlespace awareness and improving the accuracy of geolocation methods, which currently face limitations in speed and resolution. Interested parties must submit their proposals by June 25, 2025, with the opportunity to transition technology for both defense and commercial applications. For more details, visit the official solicitation page at SBIR.gov.

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