Sensor, User, Mission (SUM) Resource Management and Their Interaction with Level 2/3 Fusion

Abstract

Revisions to the JDL model by the current DFIG team (data fusion information group) include definitions for model usefulness that stressed various control functions of sensor, user, and mission (SUM) management. The purpose of the paper is to highlight issues and challenges to real world separation of control actions. This position paper highlights: 1) addressing the user in system management/control, 2) determining a standard set of metrics for optimization, 3) evaluating fusion systems to deliver timely info needs, 4) dynamic updating for planning mission time-horizons, 5) designing interfaces to support impact assessments