Automatic Real-Time, Reconfigurable Interface Generalization Hardware Multiprotocol Data Recorder Navy SBIR FY2010.2 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2010.2 Topic No.: N102-129 Topic Title: Automatic Real-Time, Reconfigurable Interface Generalization Hardware Multiprotocol Data Recorder Proposal No.: N102-129-0371 Firm: Physical Optics Corporation Information Technologies Division 20600 Gramercy Place, Bldg. 100 Torrance, California 90501-1821 Contact: Shean McMahon Phone: (310) 320-3088 Web Site: www.poc.com Abstract: To address the U.S. Navy PMA-265 need for multiprotocol supporting mass-storage aircraft data recorders, Physical Optics Corporation (POC) proposes to develop a new Automatic Real-Time, Reconfigurable interface Generalization Hardware (ARRGH) multiprotocol data recorder. This proposed device is based on dual-step interface transcoding, field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), a parallelized SSD disk storage array, and interface specific daughterboards. The innovation in data transcoding directly and efficiently provides transcoding between almost all digital data standards, while the novel data storage solution supports sustained write speeds in excess of 500 MB per second with over 1 TB of data capacity. The unique daughterboard-based hardware design future-proofs the design, while the novel inclusion of interface programming memory on the daughterboard automates the configuration process. When coupled with the ARRGH's native ability to provide in-situ testing of sensors and cables, the ARRGH directly addresses the PMA-265 need for cross-platform data recording solutions. In Phase I, POC will develop a complete design document and fabricate a limited-capability proof-of-concept prototype that meets the major specifications. In Phase II, POC will optimize the ARRGH software and hardware and fabricate a TRL-6 prototype data recorder sufficient for flight testing and direct transition to Phase III production. Benefits: Successful development of the ARRGH multiprotocol data recorder will benefit the U.S. Navy by providing a new paradigm in mass-storage solutions and protocol transcoding. This technology will directly and significantly increase storage capacity and write speeds for flight data acquisition systems, while simultaneously enabling the reuse of legacy technologies. This capability directly reduces data acquisition system costs, extends system lifecycles, and allows existing technologies to be employed in new application areas. ARRGH will be developed as a drop-in, form-fit-function replacement for existing data recorders. Its ability to support multiple data standards and to be easily adapted to new standards will directly support the DoD and DARPA adaptive interface roadmap. The government will benefit from improved technologies, the resulting tax revenue, and reduced unemployment rates made possible by newly enabled business ventures. Commercial sectors will benefit from more straightforward and rapid implementations of existing and future products. These technologies will directly translate to improved military technology capabilities. Return