Cosite Interference Prediction and Mitigation Tool Navy SBIR FY2012.1 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2012.1 Topic No.: N121-037 Topic Title: Cosite Interference Prediction and Mitigation Tool Proposal No.: N121-037-1378 Firm: ANDRO Computational Solutions, LLC Beeches Professional Campus 7902 Turin Road, Ste. 2-1 Rome, New York 13440-2067 Contact: Andrew Drozd Phone: (315) 334-1163 Web Site: www.androcs.com Abstract: The focus of this research will be on developing an automated simulation tool called E3Expert-Plus that will predict and mitigate intrasystem (cosite) interference while integrating with existing databases of radio frequency (RF) component and equipment characteristics. As part of this effort we will develop detailed requirements for interfacing with the DoD Joint Spectrum Center's JSC Equipment, Tactical and Space (JETS) database, including the filtering and extraction of the necessary RF subsystem data using keyword search, data mining and filtering schemes. We will demonstrate the validity of the approach and the compatibility of a suitable simulation tool with the JETS database for extracting relevant data to create accurate simulation models for cosite analysis. This includes extracting relevant information on communications systems, electro-optical/infrared sensors, Global Positioning Systems, inertial navigation systems, processors and other types of electronics equipment. We will also develop a Phase II implementation plan that includes database integration as well as any additional subsystem and component models that will be developed as part of the work. In particular, we propose to develop a conceptual framework consisting of an analytical approach and process definition that meets the technical objective of this R&D. Cosite tool demonstrations will focus on interior cavity coupling problems using JETS data (or equivalent) as well as selected exterior RF problems. Benefits: The technology developed under this topic has direct utility in a wide variety of military and commercial applications, such as radar, wireless communication, and navigation systems. For example, the EMI problems encountered on military aircraft are also a serious problem for the commercial airliner industry. Commercial aircraft manufacturers currently use relatively crude codes (e.g., spreadsheets) or "back of the envelope" calculations to study EMI and safety problems associated with incident fields from ground radars and other high power sources. Such a sophisticated tool will allow for much greater accuracy and efficiency, which will in turn provide significant time and cost savings. Optimizing the design, performance, and application of in situ sensor technologies using E3Expert-Plus can ultimately help to promote company competitiveness and productivity in these market niches. Also, as a result of the universal need for wireless communication and information collection, there is an increasing need for robust and hardened complex information systems to be integrated on host platforms. Return