Solutions
Data Fusion
The Data Fusion project was conceived for the seamless integration of new range metric sensors, modernization of the radar data processing hardware and software, and for enhancements to range safety through the introduction of fault tolerant processing, identification and removal of single points of failure, and improvements to the processing of sensor data to provide a more accurate estimate of target and participant behavior to the Operation Conductor and to Range Safety.
The Data Fusion project includes the extension of the instrumentation network (iNet) to and the installation of hardware and software at Barking Sands, Kokee Park, Makaha Ridge, MATSS, KTF, MRSS, and MSSS.
Over 60 sensor data sources are connected to the iNet via Source Integration Servers (SIS). The SIS performs the function of translating data between the source and iNet native data formats. Additionally, the SIS provides functionality to complement the role of the data source; as examples:
- The SIS provides a full featured situation awareness display.
- The SIS provides operator controls for cueing the attached sensor, telemetry mount, optical device, or command destruct transmitter.
The Data Fusion project components are functionally defined as:
- SPECTRE – The source integration servers (SIS) and data processing associated with the range surveillance sensors.
- Data Distribution – The gateway servers and their operation for distributing data between the PMRF iNet and the networks on MATSS, KTF, TPSX, and MSSS.
- Source Integration Servers – The remaining SIS units, specifically those associated with telemetry, command destruct, and precision sensor systems.
- Fault Tolerant Processes – Track state fusion (NStation), measurement fusion, and track number management are implemented in a redundant and fault tolerant fashion.
