The Military SIG Presents...
UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) Challenges & Opportunities
It is ironic that this SIG was postponed during October due to the southern California fires. You might ask the question - are there UAS sensors that have the potential to locate fires shortly after they start, so that they can be extinguished before they go on to cause major damage? Can UAS monitor conditions continuously during a high fire risk situation? This SIG will answer these questions.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) are widely used in Defense and Homeland Security applications and have significant potential for commercial/non-military use. At this SIG you will get the perspective of the user, the integrator and the provider. Panelists and moderator will describe payloads and give you a better understanding of UAV capabilities, technology deficiencies and future requirements in the following areas:
- Communications
- Video Processing
- Sensors
Continuing advancements in sensors, optics, communications, and processing are increasing the useful real-time information that could be taken off the UAV. However, limitations in frequency availability, bandwidth availability, compression techniques and other factors complicate capability advancements. These experts will attempt to clarify for you and give you a sense of what is needed and how your technology might help in increasing capability
WHEN:
Friday, December 7, 2007
7:00AM - Registration & Continental Breakfast
7:30AM - Event Begins
8:45AM - Q&A
9:00AM - Event Ends
MODERATOR:
Michael Neale - Design Manager - Datalinks
General Atomics – Aeronautical Systems Inc
Michael Neale is a recognized expert in RF communications and video compression design. Michael has worked on a wide range of military and civil RF communications related projects including research and development on some very early integrated I/Q receiver architectures as well as the design of innovative television, pager, cordless phone and cell phone products. After selling a cell phone design company that he co-founded to AT&T Michael took a lead engineering position with another cell phone design company based in Sorrento Valley. Following the closure of that company Michael became VP of Engineering for Enerdyne Technologies a company specializing in video compression. He subsequently joined General Atomics Aeronautical Systems in 2002 as their Datalinks System Design Manager where he is responsible for all RF communications and video compression design. Michael is also chairman of an RTCA Special Committee writing the standards that will be used to certify UAS datalinks for flight in National Airspace.
PANELISTS:
Rick Lober - SVP & General Manager, Communications Business Unit
Cubic Corporation
Rick Lober is responsible for all ISR datalinks for UAV systems including Firescout, Shadow, and the UK Watchkeeper Program in his role as Sr. VP and GM of the Communications Business Unit for Cubic Corporation. He was previously employed by Watkins-Johnson Company where he worked on the design and product management of signal intelligence receivers and software definable radios for commercial wireless applications. Mr. Lober holds a BS and MSEE degrees from the University of Illinois and has over 25 years experience in the design, manufacture and sale of advanced communications systems for both military and commercial applications.
Thomas O'Connor - Project Engineering Manager, Aircraft Systems Group
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
Tom has over 10 years experience in the field of remote sensor development and deployment. He is responsible for U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army projects to upgrade the current and future fleet to include the collection and distribution of high-definition (HD) video, improved GPS accuracy, better Target Location Accuracy (TLA), and enhanced integration or fusion of the data products produced on the aircraft. He has worked on the development of advanced LIDAR imaging sensors and laser technology, including the Combat Eye, FOGLIGHT, and SPY-3D programs. At Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s Global Security Directorate, he worked on various remote sensor developments, including the Airborne Proliferation Experiment (APEX), a multi-spectral LIDAR sensor, and the Joint Biological Remote Early Warning Systems, (JBREWS) a biological weapons detector for the U.S. Army. He holds a Ph.D. and MS degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Marquette University. He is presently the Project Engineering Manager at the Aircraft Systems Group of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and is responsible for advanced sensor upgrades and integration into Predator, Predator B and Sky Warrior Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).
Jack Wade - Founder & CEO
Z Microsystems, Inc.
Jack is a recognized integrator and signal processing expert. A life-long entrepreneur, his technical roots date back 40 years when he was captivated and challenged with the art of software programming. Jack started his first computer business, a data processing service bureau, while a college student. The challenge of working on operating systems and languages led him to RCA’s computer development labs in Cherry Hill, NJ, where he met Cathey, his wife-to-be. Jack and his family first moved to San Diego in the late 70’s where he worked on SAIC projects while pursuing his attempts to build his own business. His efforts finally took traction in 1987 when he started Z Microsystems, working as “the world’s smallest Sun Federal Systems Integrator” from a conference table in his dining room. Today, Z Microsystems is approaching $15M in sales, enjoys consistent and profitable growth and has aspirations of continued growth to become a significant contributor in the military computing business.
Rick Ludwig "Wigs" - Director, Business Strategy and Development, Unmanned Systems
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Mr. Ludwig has over 28 years of operational experience in all facets of air warfare doctrine, tactics, training, and operations. He was Commanding Officer an F-14 Operational Fighter Squadron (VF-31), the Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN) and an Operational Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX-4). He also Commanded Aircraft Carrier Air Wing Fifteen. Previously, Mr. Ludwig was involved in the X-47, UCAS Program and prior to that the Fire Scout, Vertical Tactical Take off and Landing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (VTUAV). Mr. Ludwig also served on the Chief of Naval Operations staff as lead analyst for Carrier Air Wing Study (CAWS)-2010, which plotted a roadmap for future carrier air wing composition, and was the Operations Officer for Commander Naval Air Forces Pacific Fleet. His flight qualifications include 300 combat missions, 1200 carrier landings, and 7500 flight hours in 35 different aircraft.
EVENT LOCATION:
12531 High Bluff Drive, San Diego, CA 92130
Applications will be reviewed and accepted on a first come first serve basis, so apply early. There are up to 16 spots and 4 standby spots available for 45 minute presentation meetings with Samsung. Applicants will be notified on a rolling basis if accepted, with the deadline for final notification of acceptance on October 26, 2007.
COST:
$ 10.00 pre-register
$ 20.00 at the door
Please Register by noon on December 6 to attend
SIG CO-CHAIRS:
Vice Admiral Walt Davis
Rory Moore
Date:
Friday, December 07, 20077:00AM-9:00AM
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