Photogrammetric Reconstruction of Reconnaissance Objectives

Physical Sciences, Inc. (PSI) proposes to develop the Photogrammetric Reconstruction of Reconnaissance Objectives (PRRO) algorithm suite, which leverages novel computer vision and 3-dimensional analysis techniques to automate route reconnaissance functions. In particular, PRRO will exploit the currently underutilized full-motion video (FMV) data collected by the Instrument Set, Reconnaissance and Surveying (ENFIRE) system to automate geometric measurements of reconnaissance objectives. The developed algorithms will be fully compatible with the ENFIRE system currently in use by Army Engineers. A complete design including algorithms, interface definitions, and a user interface will be developed. This capability will leverage an existing, PSI-developed 3D reconstruction algorithm used for automated terrain hazard detection using visible imagery data, and expand this framework to incorporate the other sensor data available in the ENFIRE system. PRRO will assist Army engineers by eliminating the need for slow handheld laser range finder measurements. The proposed development will maximize the effectiveness of the deployed ENFIRE system without the need to include additional hardware components.