SBIR-STTR Award

FAAC Incorporated proposes to develop a 3-D Visualization Analyzer to aid with evaluation of weapon systems. The tool will provide an integrated environment capable of improving understanding and efficiency. The 3-D Visualization Analyzer will utilize data information produced by off line engineering simulations (or other suitable sources) to provide meaningful depiction of real world engagements involving 6-degree of Freedom entities representing launchers, weapons, and targets. The visual scene will comprise of textured polygons, satellite imagery, and detailed entity models. Operator controls will be provided to position the eyepoint and control frame rate with VCR-like controls. The main goal of the Phase I effort is to demonstrate the applicability of a visualization tool in evaluating performance of weapon systems. Phase I will include delivery of a usable prototype system to appraise the merit of visualization and serve as a basis for formulating Phase II development.

Benefits:
3-D Visualization greatly enhances the understanding of the complex engagements by consolidating all available kinematic information. Into a single presentation. The 3-D Visualization Analyzer is applicable to any motion based analysis

FAAC Incorporated proposes to produce a comprehensive 3-D Visualization Analyzer. Phase I identified the required functionality of a 3-D Visualization Analyzer and developed a prototype. AFRL/MNGG's evaluation of the prototype confirmed the benefits and applicability of 3-D visualization to a multitude of areas. This Phase II evolves the prototype to fulfill AFRL/MNGG requirements. Today's weapon systems and engagement doctrine are highly complex. Attempting to observe and understand important details from tabular data, end game results, and 2-D graphs is difficult. Providing a 3-D representation consolidates all available kinematic information into a single presentation. Using a visualization tool not only improves understanding, but reduces manpower associated with understanding the engineering data. The 3-D Visualization Analyzer will provide a meaningful depiction of real world engagements involving 6-Degree of Freedom entities representing launchers, weapons, and targets. Using state of the art graphics technology, a real world scene will be presented bases upon synchronous operation or previously generated off line analysis information.

Benefits:
The 3-D Visualization Analyzer will be a marketable stand-alone product applicable to any physical systems simulation effort. Furthermore, portions of its capabilities and technological advances will be incorporated into several other products marketed both to the federal government and civilian markets