Ground Threat/Target Location Prediction System (GTLPS) Navy SBIR FY2004.3 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2004.3 Topic No.: N04-231 Topic Title: Ground Threat/Target Location Prediction System (GTLPS) Proposal No.: N043-231-0 Firm: Daniel H. Wagner, Associates, Incorporated 40 Lloyd Avenue Suite 200 Malvern, Pennsylvania 19355-3091 Contact: W. Monach Phone: (757) 727-7700 Web Site: www.wagner.com Abstract: Daniel H. Wagner Associates, Inc. will develop a Ground Threat/Target Location Prediction System (GTLPS). The GTLPS will dynamically generate an estimate of threat and target location based on processing all available data. The primary algorithmic techniques that will be utilized are non-Gaussian target motion and data fusion. In Phase I of this project we will show the feasibility of creating the GTLPS, and we will also describe how we will visualize the tactical situation for the cruise missile planners/operators and provide these planner/operators with recommendations concerning how to avoid potential threats and locate potential targets. Benefits: The Phase II GTLPS will allow us to demonstrate how powerful non-Gaussian target motion and data fusion techniques can significantly improve the ability of United States forces to conduct ground attack missions with cruise missiles. Improved strike technologies such as these are particularly necessary at a time when the United States is facing a sophisticated threat in difficult environments, such as the Middle East, Korea, and China, with reduced resources. More effective ground attack techniques will produce more effective operations, conducted at lower risk, resulting in fewer casualties to friendly forces and improved overall United States Navy and Joint Forces effectiveness. Return