Adapting Distributed Graphical Modeling for Tactical Sonar Data Fusion

"In this SBIR proposal, iPeaksData Corporation proposes to adapt its Distributed Graphical Modeling (DGM) technology to collecting and integrating sensor data from multiple sonar sources into an intelligent operator display and analysis tool. DGM providesinfrastructure for a system of Bayesian agents that provide distributed monitoring and fusion models supporting intelligent operator displays. Geo-spatial mapping methods are used to visualize the situation analysis resulting from this system.Bayesian inference and estimation methods may be employed by the agents for multi-target multi-sensor tracking and fusion or for integration of specialized legacy fusion and tracking software.Operator drilldown will use Bayesian methods for viewing predicted values of missing data and hidden entities, analyzing hypotheses, and viewing sensor health and consistency with the rest of the sensor system.During this Phase I project, iPeaksData Corporation proposes to work with operator trainers to understand operator tasks and the mix of sonars. The objective is a design of a prototype system to built in phase I. A inital capabilities demonstration is thegoal of the phase I Option. The sensor fusion and operator display software can be directly applied to real time monitoring of sensor networks and remote sensing in many applications such as network security, pipeline management, mineral exploration and disease control."