High-Power Microwave (HPM) Weapons' Effects and Failure Analysis Tool Navy SBIR FY2012.1 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2012.1 Topic No.: N121-008 Topic Title: High-Power Microwave (HPM) Weapons' Effects and Failure Analysis Tool Proposal No.: N121-008-1018 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 a tool to model the electromagnetic vulnerability and susceptibility of electronic systems, subsystems, and components to directed-energy HPM weapons. 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. The primary objective is to fill a critical technology gap for performing a viable and comprehensive simulation-based failure analysis that establishes HPM weapons' effects on targeted electronics associated with both front- and back-door coupling paths (e.g., communications systems, electro-optical/infrared sensors, Global Positioning Systems, inertial navigation systems, and processors). Furthermore, we will conduct modeling and simulation to demonstrate the feasibility of the proposed concept to successfully function in a relevant scenario provided by the government. This will set the stage for Phase II during which we will refine the framework and develop and demonstrate the failure analysis process as well as validate the simulation capability through detailed component testing and simulation. The initial product to be developed and demonstrated in Phase I will lead to a mature capability that will increase the Navy's ability to protect its own electronic systems from HPM attack, as well as to determine the level of damage incurred by the enemy. Benefits: Our goal is to address the critical need for a viable and comprehensive simulation failure analysis tool that can establish the effects that HPM weapons have on targeted electronics. This will increase the awareness of how mature and effective HPM technology has become in recent years and how to further exploit it to our military advantage. The tool and processes developed under this effort will improve the hardening, shielding, and grounding of a myriad of electronic components and thus enable them to operate in high-radio-frequency environments under both military and civilian operational conditions. In addition, transition to multiple military sponsors is possible. For instance, there are various other applications for HPM devices, such as in radar or electronic warfare. Return