Joint Visualization Module (JVM) for Enhanced Human-Computer Capabilities (Human-Computer Visualization)

The Joint-Visualization-Module(JVM) enhances the ability of computers to augment and complement human perception and cognition, including training, rehearsal and operational support of human visualization and conceptualization skills. SDS' current JVM prototype features already directly supports simultaneous 3D augmentation of USA/USMC C2PC Common-Operational-Picture(COP); semi-transparent 3D "probability-spheres" representing JSTARS Moving-Target-Indicator objects; advanced simulation, virtual and augmented reality symbology and interfaces; as well as HLA/DIS/Internet interfaces for realistic battlespace research/training/rehearsal/operational utilization. JVM's add-on Modular design enables add-on augmentation of existing systems such as GCCS, C2PC, AWACS, JSTARS, Synthetic-Vision/Augmented-Reality for Unmanned Vehicles, Land Warrior and FCS. This STTR represents a JVM perception and cognition evolution focused on the Army's "See First" requirements inclusive of sensor-driven computer depictions of the COP to empower battle command visualization. The SDS/Tuskegee University(TU) team plans to design and develop JVM system features to recognize and correlate human and computer representations of battlefield patterns and situations including specification of encoding and decoding processes for perception, cognition and digital visualization technologies. Specifically, SDS/TU plans to exploit past research successes associated with human visual-perception/cognition including: plasticity of human sensor phenomena; spatial/temporal-perception/cognition (multiple-visual-maps); and extensive human-factors and display research. Beyond JVM military applications, security, business, manufacturing, marketing, and education versions are envisioned.