SBIR-STTR Award

A mapping solution will be developed that allows for geospatial-reality intelligent linking database with remotely sensed images. This system is designed to use Earth Science datasets to support NASA Center Operations. Mobile Online Intelligent Decision Support Systems (MOIDSS?) can be deployed in a variety of NASA facilities and commercial industry facilities. This solution will support a range of technologies, such as, handheld field computers, Real-time Kinematic Global Positioning Systems (RTK-GPS), and wireless networking systems. This solution will utilize current of the shelf (COTS) technology, which is presently integrated in the NASA facilities. Commercial software will be developed for automated data collection and validation of spatial information. The innovative technology and theory will enable fusion of data in situ by using the geospatial-reality intelligent linking database (GRILD). This solution can be used by emergency response management teams, homeland security groups, and engineering staff to make vital decisions with all available spatial data. The goal of this project was to develop an innovative idea using advance methods and technologies to help NASA Earth Science and Center Operation directorates. Geospatial Research Innovation Design (GRID) proposes and supports this SBIR.

GRID has had a successfully completed Phase I 'Mobile Online Intelligent Decision Support System' (MOIDSS). The system developed into a total solution that supports the ability to send and receive digital and analog data from sensors such as photography cameras, spectrometers, infrared and thermal scanners and other system sensors using the 'cube' computers and mobile Personal Data Adapters (PDA's). The data from the sensors can be accessed rapidly in real-time within a GIS using GRID 'geospatial-realty intelligent linking database' (GRILD) autonomously using GPS geospatial authentication. The system has successfully received data using wireless networking systems such as spread spectrum, UHF, and satellite communication systems. Using commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions allows a solution that is not proprietary and proven security biometric identification. This system uses GRID's customized software with partners ESRI and Leica Geosystems. The solution was designed with input from local first responders and facility managers. GRID is prepared to move to the next phase to enter the market with a valuable product.