BLUE SKY: DO-178C & Mission Critical AI for Flight

The Air Force seeks innovative commercial solutions capable of deployment to AF programs to close capability gaps and to provide actionable technology advancements. Intelligent Artifacts (IA) has commercialized (via license) its AI solution for information processing and autonomous systems.  Our deterministic solution is Explainable, Interpretable and Traceable, allowing computational response times for Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).  Accordingly, we’ve engaged with partners and industry experts to pursue certification under current DO-178C Standards in order to deploy AI/ML on civil aircraft.  There is direct carry over benefit to the AF and DoD for mission critical AI/ML that comply with DO-178C standards on aircraft. Specific Phase I Technical Objectives of this project are: Feasibility of our low-SWaP-c distributed analytical tool for use on aircraft – use cases include Runway Debris Detection, Navigation System Modernization, Collision Avoidance System Upgrade, Autonomous Landing Guidance. FAA Gap Analysis to detail needed documentation and process enhancements to close gaps in our DO-178C process towards “Certifiable” FAA status. Create an Intelligent Artifacts “Cert-Kit” plan. Demonstrate Verification & Validation (V&V) – IA’s explainable information processing system with ability for real-time, human-in-the-loop influence (aircraft pilots, operators, maintainers, and C2 staff).