Non-Intrusive Data-Centric Track Synchronization and TDL Monitoring for AEGIS Combat System

This proposal addresses the Navy's requirement for automated track synchronization across the AEGIS Combat System (ACS). The current architecture, where multiple source managers maintain local track stores alongside the Joint Track Manager (JTM), can experience synchronization issues due to race conditions in data processing and concurrent updates. These inconsistencies can degrade situational awareness and impact combat system effectiveness.RTI proposes a non-intrusive, data-centric solution that leverages the existing DDS infrastructure within AEGIS. Our approach introduces a modular framework that monitors DDS message traffic to detect track inconsistencies, validates track relationships through semantic models, and executes corrections using standard DDS mechanisms. The solution will monitor DDS topics including tactical data link (TDL) messages to maintain comprehensive track synchronization.The Phase I effort will focus on concept development and risk reduction through detailed requirements analysis and technology exploration. We will create a test environment to reproduce synchronization issues and evaluate different detection strategies. Working with stakeholders, we will identify representative use cases that demonstrate both technical challenges and operational impact. Our investigation will explore semantic modeling approaches that enable sophisticated track correlation while maintaining DDS performance characteristics.RTI brings extensive DDS expertise, proven monitoring capabilities, and established relationships with AEGIS stakeholders. If funded through Phase II, this effort will deliver a prototype that enhances AEGIS track management reliability while providing a foundation for broader adoption across Navy combat systems.