Naval CMS Functions
Sensor Interfacing
The CMS on a Naval vessel will typically be linked to wide range of advanced sensors, including radars, sonar, AIS, ADS-B and IFF. Analogue signals will be digitized and formats converted and encoded signals such IFF will be decoded. The interfacing also allows the system to control the sensor hardware.
Signal Processing
To use the signal data, the CMS will need to process it in a number of ways. This will typically include detecting and tracking targets, track fusion to combine and provide the most reliable data, format conversion and data distribution. Advanced techniques such as object identification and threat analysis may also be included.
Displays and Recording
Processed sensor data from the CMS can be distributed to multiple types of display around the vessel, allowing each operator to view information and access controls required for their station. Sensor data and operator interactions can all be recorded and replayed as required for analysis.
Command and Decision Making
Once threats have been identified, a CMS system may also enable weapon and effector assignment.
How Does Cambridge Pixel Support CMS Developers
Cambridge Pixel technology is used by the world's most advanced naval forces, supporting over 100 military vessels. The highly flexible sensor processing solutions are trusted by prime system integrations such as Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems and Hanwha.
With a wide range of radar interface hardware, tools for software developers and modular COTS software for radar and sensor processing, Cambridge Pixel's solutions provide an easy route to CMS development and upgrades.
Developers can add modular capabilities to existing systems for radar interfacing / signal acquisition, radar scan conversion, target detection and tracking, sensor / track fusion, radar video and track data distribution, sensor data recording, operator displays and more.
Alternatively, developers can use the development libraries, frameworks and simulation tools to rapidly build new solutions.