Multi-variable Unmanned Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) system assessment and optimization toolkit
ID: N241-061Type: BOTH
Overview

Topic

Multi-variable Unmanned Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) system assessment and optimization toolkit

Agency

Department of DefenseN/A

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTHYear: 2024

Topic Link

https://www.sbir.gov/node/2479803

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 research topic titled "Multi-variable Unmanned Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) system assessment and optimization toolkit" under the SBIR 24.1 BAA program. The objective of this research is to develop an analytical toolkit that allows for the identification, examination, and optimization of tradeoffs of proposed unmanned ASW platforms. The toolkit will enable analysis of the performance of potential unmanned ASW platforms, considering factors such as self-noise, endurance, operating speed, payload capacity, and sensor configurations. It will also assess the performance of unmanned systems working in conjunction with manned platforms to enhance theater ASW. The toolkit will provide performance metrics for various combinations of unmanned and manned assets in conducting selected theater ASW missions. The project will be conducted in two phases, with Phase I focusing on developing the algorithmic baseline and Phase II developing a software system that can handle thousands of variables. The final system should be a graphics-based input-output with touch screen capability. The transition project for Phase III would be a mission planning system for use by the ONR 321 ASW team for analyzing new technology development potentials. The research is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulation (EAR). The proposal submission deadline is February 21, 2024. For more information, visit the solicitation agency's website at [solicitation_agency_url].

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