Combat Identification Automated Target Recognition Technology (CATCH)

This program will focus on Air-to-Air (AA) Combat Identification (CID) development through feature fusion engines. The contractor shall conduct and provide analysis for the next generation of CID algorithms both operationally and tactically. The contractor shall test, assess, evaluate, and report findings on identified CID technology concepts that may improve current CID performance. The program will include both single platform and multiplatform CID research, development, assessment, and evaluation. All aspects of this program must be examined in context with existing fielded platforms and technologies, as well as ongoing research and development activities around the Department of Defense (DOD), which may include the broader Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), USAF, and sister service programs. This effort will include applied research and advanced development.