SWIMMER DETECTION SONAR NETWORK: TRANSPORTABLE SYSTEM AND COST-SAVING ENHANCEMENTS

The SDSN is a proven system concept for cost effective swimmer detection, tracking and classification. Here we propose to design, build, and test a transportable version of the system that can be used for test and evaluation in different environments. It can also develop into the prototype of a system that can be used for rapid response to a threat situation. Under the options tasks of this effort we also propose to research and develop the next generation version of the SDSN node. The emphasis will be on cost reduction, improved reliability, manufacturability, and maintainability, while also preserving the outstanding performance of the first generation multi-node SDSN prototype. By the end of this effort the goal is to have a system that is ready for widespread military and commercial use in the United States and abroad.