CCDM (Camouflage, Concealment, Deception, and Maneuver) Interrogation
ID: SF243-D013Type: Phase II
Overview

Topic

CCDM (Camouflage, Concealment, Deception, and Maneuver) Interrogation

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: USAF

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: Phase II

Topic Link

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/

Additional Information

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Tap Lab, is seeking innovative software solutions for the CCDM (Camouflage, Concealment, Deception, and Maneuver) Interrogation project. The objective is to develop a software capability that can automatically detect, interrogate, assess, and notify operators of activities related to camouflage, concealment, deception, or maneuver associated with Unusual Candidate Track (UCT) objects classified as unknown, debris, rocket bodies, or inactive payloads. This initiative is crucial for enhancing space operations and national security by providing timely assessments of potential threats in the space environment. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by October 23, 2024, with a focus on demonstrating feasibility and integration capabilities with existing systems, as well as addressing the needs of the Air Force and Space Force stakeholders.

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