Dr. Tony TetherDirector

2004

DARPA’s Related Research Efforts– Position Location in Space (LEO to ?)

• Pulsar (X-Ray) navigation

– Advanced Communication Protocols• Packet-based systems for communication with widely separated nodes

– Extremely Large Deployable Antennas • Large aperture; large aperture stabilization and control; low-power

density, highly integrated RF; large scale dynamic calibration techniques

– Enables large radio telescopes and extremely large deep space communication antennas

– Long Endurance Space Flight• Biomedical Technologies • Logistics: Power and Water • Exoskeleton• Robotics

XNAVX-Ray Navigation for Autonomous Position Verification

Space CONOPS

Notional Gimballed X-Ray DetectorNotional Gimballed X-Ray Detector

X-ray Imagerand PhotonCounter

Magnetic Pole

MagneticPole

Rotation Axis

Radio Beam

Magnetic Field

Neutron Star

X-ray and Gamma-rayPhotons

X-ray and Gamma-ray

Photons

RadioBeam

Objective:Objective:Develop a revolutionary attitude and position Develop a revolutionary attitude and position capability exploiting periodic celestial sources capability exploiting periodic celestial sources (e.g., pulsar stars)(e.g., pulsar stars)

Payoffs: Payoffs: •• Autonomous navigation capability forAutonomous navigation capability for DoDDoD

satellites: position, attitude & time determinationsatellites: position, attitude & time determination•• GPS Backup GPS Backup •• Positions estimates < 3m CEPPositions estimates < 3m CEP•• New Missions:New Missions: CislunarCislunar, HEO, Deep Space, HEO, Deep Space

Dr. Tony TetherDirector

2004

MicrosystemsTechnology

Zach Lemnios John Zolper

ElectronicsOptoelectronicsMEMSCombined

Microsystems

Director, Tony TetherDeputy Director, Bob Leheny

Defense SciencesSteve Wax

Brett P. Giroir

Bio Warfare Defense TechnologiesBiologyMaterials & DevicesMathematics

Information Processing Technology

Ron BrachmanBarbara Yoon

Cognitive SystemsComputational -Perception

Representation & Reasoning

LearningNatural Communication

Tactical TechnologyArt Morrish

Gary Graham/Stephen WelbyAir/Space/Land PlatformsUnmanned SystemsSpace OperationsLaser SystemsFuture Combat SystemsPlanning / Logistics

Advanced TechnologyDave HoneyLarry Stotts

Assured C3ISRMaritimeEarly Entry/Special Forces

Special ProjectsAmy AlvingJoe Guerci

Chem/Bio Def SystemsCounter Underground FacilitiesSpace Sensors/StructuresNavigation/Sensors/ Signal Processing

Information ExploitationTed Bially

Bob Tenney/Bob Popp

Sensors

Exploitation Systems

Command & Control

Joint Unmanned Combat Air Systems

Mike Francis

UCAV(AF)

UCAV(N)

Autonomous Operations

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DARPA Accomplishments

Taurus LaunchVehicle

Global Hawk

Future Combat System

Predator

MEMSMobile Robots

Uncooled IR

BAT

JSF Engine

19901990

J-UCAS

20002000

Vela HotelSaturn

M-16 Rifle

GroundSurveillance Radar

JSTARS

ATACMS

19601960

19701970

Arpanet

Stealth Fighter

Sea Shadow

19801980

GPS

DARPA Transition Paths

DARPA Svc S&T / CTD SDD LRIP Production

DARPA Industry Develops Products Service Production

DARPA SDD LRIP Production

POM submit

Components, tech base

Components, small systems

Prototypes

Concept and Technology Development

(MS A)

System Development and Demonstration

(MS B)

Low Rate of Initial Production

(MS C)

DARPA’s Strategic ThrustsInvestments Today for Future Capabilities

Detection, Precision ID, Tracking, and Destruction of Elusive Surface Targets

Location and Characterization of Underground Structures

Force Multipliers for Urban Area Operations

Networked Manned & Unmanned Systems

Robust, Secure Self-Forming Tactical Networks

Cognitive Systems

Assured Use of Space

Bio Revolution

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Secretary of Defense Priorities• Successfully Pursue the Global War on Terrorism

• Strengthen Combined/Joint Warfighting Capabilities

• Transform the Joint Force

• Optimize Intelligence Capabilities

• Counter Proliferation of WMD

• Improve Force Manning

• New Concepts of Global Engagement

• Homeland Security

• Streamline DoD Processes

• Reorganize DoD and the USG to Deal with Pre-War Opportunities and

Post-War Responsibilities