Environmental Optical Characterization in Support of Mine Counter Measures Operations for Kernal Blitz

Abstract

Abstract : This effort is to support emerging electro-optical systems and diver operations that require predictive and on-scene assessments of the optical properties for MCM and NSW operations. The linkage of remote sensing and modeling efforts to provide the warfighter with a common tactical picture to assess the performance of systems and determine operational time is critical to mission success particularly in the littoral region. The movement towards getting the warfighter tactical information on a daily basis is a focus for this program. This information is combined with modeling output from resuspension models to provide a better estimate of diver visibility and electro-optical system performance that is transmitted in a timely fashion over secure lines to the warfighter in the for mission planning and use in on scene operations. Our goal is to provide the warfighter with a common optical environmental picture. This information can be integrated into Tactical Decision Aids that are being developed for the emerging MCM systems and EOD diver operations.