Decision Support Rendering Tools (DSRTs) for Battlespace Command and Control

Increases in information task complexity and technological capability are both driving the need for 3D tools in battlespace and other information-rich topographic domains. Dual, Incorporated (Dual) proposes research and development work to develop and assess the feasibilitv of 3D Decision Support Rendering Tool (DSRT) concepts and technology for evolving battle planning and visualization applications. DSRTs are innovative tools designed to enhance portrayal and comprehension of battlespace information through recent, scientifically-based information visualization and interaction techniques. Classes of DSRTs will portray various types of decision support information concerning battlespace missions through use of enhanced rendering algorithms inside a real-time SD environment. Intuitive DSRT sensory cues such as shape, color, shading, texture, transparency, and location will be used to represent dynamic battlespace realistic and abstract information. Dual proposes a Phase I effort to demonstrate the technical feasibility of DSRTs for battlespace visualization which sets the foundation for Phase II prototype development, software integration, and effectiveness assessments. The anticipated result of this project is a delivered embedded prototype DSRT system for the military application of battlespace planning and execution. This design will be based on theoretical and experimental graphical display research and experimentally tested for effectiveness. BENEFITS: Commercially viability is demonstrated by current positive interest and support from local transportation and land development customers concerning Dual's DSRT software applications. An initial commercial system is currently being tailored for transportation planning and commercial real estate development. Other domains which show promise for commercial application include situational awareness, law enforcement planning, environmental planning, and crisis management.