Adaptive Conflict and Autonomous Resolution Interface Navy SBIR FY2016.1 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2016.1 Topic No.: N161-020 Topic Title: Adaptive Conflict and Autonomous Resolution Interface Proposal No.: N161-020-0057 Firm: Physical Optics Corporation 1845 West 205th Street Torrance, California 90501 Contact: Oleg Galkin Phone: (310) 320-3088 Web Site: http://www.poc.com Abstract: To address the Navy PMA-262 need, Physical Optics Corporation (POC) proposes to develop an Adaptive Conflict and Autonomous Resolution Interface (ACARI), based on the novel application of evolutionary algorithms to provide human-computer interface visual display and alert tailoring using unmanned aircraft conflict and human intent state assessment. Specifically, the innovation in adapting the display interface with decision aids will enable the operator to seamlessly interact with the unmanned aircraft when collision-avoidance maneuvers need to be executed even in the presence of link latency. As a result, this technology offers the pilot capability to achieve human-in-the-loop (HITL) control efficiently and effectively, directly addressing the Navy requirements. In Phase I, POC will develop the ACARI covering all autonomous versus human-initiated controls. We will validate the design with subject-matter-expert (SME) pilots and with industry SMEs. POC will translate the design into software algorithms for laboratory simulation, and will develop detect-and-avoid maneuver displays that show the encounter in order to determine the most efficient way to display recommendations, maneuver decisions, and alerts. In Phase II, POC will prepare design documentation (functional requirements and interfaces) and develop prototype software for HITL testing. Benefits: ACARI has significant commercial applications, including displays for integrating unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in the National Airspace System, ACAS-Xu displays, air traffic control, improved autonomous agent human-computer interface (HCI) for NextGen, and additional uses as novel adaptable autonomy HCI for autonomous ground, surface, and underwater vehicles where similar latency and lost link challenges exist, and intelligent displays for video games and simulators. Military applications include the use of ACARI as a component of the ground control station software for Navy platforms such as Triton, UCLASS, Predator, and other military UAVs. Other applications include the safe maneuvering/landing of UAVs in cluttered, mountainous terrain, adverse weather, and degraded visual environments for rotorcraft. Return