SBIR/STTR Research Award

Automated Battle Rhythm Assistant (ABRA)

Award identifier 7f7d73d7eeca15d48adf0bb24b4b0b2757420f5c7542be44b35649de7d79c16dAwarding agency Department of Defense · Navy

Award amount

$139,944

Program and phase

SBIR · Phase I

Award year

2025

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Award details

Awarding agency
Department of Defense
Branch
Navy
Recipient company
MACHINA COGNITA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
Proposal award date
2025-08-28
Contract end date
2026-02-24
UEI
MP37XZUHS7C3
Solicitation number
25.2
Topic code
N252-097

Research abstract

Machina Cognita Technologies (MCT) proposes the Automated Battle Rhythm Assistant (ABRA), a Large Language Model (LLM)-based solution for automating and optimizing battle rhythm management for USW-DSS operators. ABRA will incorporate an array of task-specific modules. First, a Cognitive Battle Rhythm Management Interface will leverage dynamic, context-aware checklists. Secondly, a Task Flow Complexity Manager will employ graph network analysis to prioritize tasks based on live data inputs and dependencies, optimizing workflow efficiency. And finally, as an option-period extension, an LLM-based Briefing Generator will automate the creation of concise, accurate reports integrating contextual metadata and visualized data. Upon operator initiation or automatic anomaly detection, ABRA will dynamically adjust task prioritization, presenting operators with the most critical information for analysis. ABRA will then generate tailored checklists, integrate relevant data feeds, and, if activated, produce automated briefing materials adhering to pre-defined templates and incorporating visual aids. ABRA will ultimately ease the cognitive burden on USW-DSS operators, accelerate decision-making, and improve overall system performance in complex undersea warfare scenarios. ABRA will offer multiple direct benefits to users, including:Time and cost savings through a significant reduction in the time personnel spend creating briefings and performing data analysis, allowing them to focus on critical tasks.Enhanced situational awareness through automated data fusion, task prioritization, and the integration of contextual metadata.Improved decision-making through streamlined workflows, reduced cognitive load, and the provision of consistent, accurate information.The technical work of ABRA will develop new key capabilities. First, ABRA will offer automated task prioritization via the Task Flow Complexity Manager. This module will employ graph-based analysis to identify critical paths and dynamically adjust task sequencing based on real-time data and operator input. Secondly, the LLM-based Briefing Generator will integrate consolidated sensor data and contextual metadata into automatically generated reports, ensuring adherence to standardized formats and consistency in measurements. This agile reporting capability enhances explainability by providing clear, concise summaries of complex data. Thirdly, ABRA will offer dynamic checklist generation, allowing for flexible and customized task management. And finally, the system will leverage ML techniques to build and refine anomaly detection models, enabling proactive identification of potential threats and enhancing overall situational awareness.Through the innovative use of LLMs, graph-based analysis, and automated data processing, ABRA will result in more efficient battle rhythm management, reduced need for manual intervention, and improved operational effectiveness for navy surface platforms.

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Research funding history

17 SBIR/STTR records share this UEI (2020–2026). Reported award amounts total $12,718,041. Reported amounts are not federal obligations.

Phases: Phase I, Phase II

Agencies: Department of Defense

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Department of Defense

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