Physical Optics Corporation — Department of Defense SBIR Phase I: N191-018

Description

To address the Navy’s need for an automated event logging system that captures and assimilates information related to electronic warfare (EW) events, Physical Optics Corporation (POC) proposes to develop Electronic Warfare Events Logging Automation (EELA) EELA software. It will provide the framework to ingest EW system and operator-generated events, add data of interest, and store the data in a database that enables flexible search and efficient retrieval. EELA reduces operator overload by using a modular data processing framework, a user interface designed for ease of decision making, and extensive support for search/filter parameters for quick recall of recent/historical records. An advantage of EELA is improved visibility of EW situational awareness data and its logging capability. EELA will interface with EW systems, such as AN/SLQ-32, and provide data to support intelligence and events of interest detection. In Phase I, feasibility of EELA will be demonstrated through the implementation of a proof-of-concept prototype. Metrics to measure improvements in operator performance will be identified, yielding a TRL-4 system. In Phase II, POC will develop, demonstrate, and deliver an enhanced EELA prototype. An extensive evaluation of EELA functionality will be conducted and effectiveness/usability of the human/machine interface will be improved, yielding a TRL-6 system.