Classification: Unclassified

Date: September 22 - 23, 2012

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily

Location: AOC Convention -- Phoenix, Arizona

Course Description:

This course will provide an overview of modern electronic warfare (EW) modeling, simulation, and analysis as it applies to aircraft survivability. The course will cover the types of models and typical uses, fundamentals and components of models, tools for effective system analysis and optimization, and proper input and output.

Outline:

Introduction to EW M&S
Types of models
Live, virtual, constructive
Levels of fidelity
Use in system lifecycle

RF EW M&S
Model Components
Environment / propagation
Target platform
Sensors
Countermeasures
Popular Models
Metrics

IR EW M&S
EO/ IR fundamentals
Model components
IR, UV scene generation
Threats / platform
Environment / propagation
Missile warning receivers
Countermeasures
Popular models                

Verification and Validation

Supporting Tools
Input tools
Visualization   
Surrogate modeling  
Genetic algorithms

Instructors:

The course will be taught by Dr. Greg Rohling and Dr. Carlos Davila of Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI).

Dr. Rohling has worked with Georgia Tech in the development and use of EO/IR threat protection system models since 1986.   He has led development teams in modeling and simulation of AAR-44, AAR-47, and AAR-57 Missile Warning Systems (MWS) systems.  His application of concepts of multiple objective evolutionary algorithms (MOEA) to the optimization of IR flare countermeasures, and AAR-47 MWS algorithms has lead to fielded flare patterns and MWS Operational Flight Programs (OFP).  He currently leads the Machine Learning, Missile Warning and Software Development branch of the Electro-Optical Modeling and Analysis Group at GTRI supporting Army, Navy and Air Force customers in the development modeling and simulation capabilities.  

Dr. Dávila is a Senior Research Engineer at the Sensors and Electromagnetic Applications Laboratory at the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI). He has more than 24 years of experience in radar system design and analysis, signal processing algorithm design and development, and modeling & simulation of advanced radar systems.  He received a B.S. from the University of Puerto Rico, an M.S. from University of California-Los Angeles, and a Ph.D. from the University of Arizona, all in electrical engineering. Prior to joining GTRI, he worked for over 15 years at aerospace and defense industry leaders such as Hughes Aircraft Company and Raytheon Company. At GTRI, he is involved in the modeling & simulation, analysis, and performance evaluation of several ground-based, airborne and space-based radar systems, including development, testing and application of signal processing algorithms with primary focus on Electronic Protection (EP).

Cancellation/Refund Policy:

All cancellations must be submitted in writing via fax at (703) 549-2589 or by email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it "> This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Telephone cancellations will not be accepted.  Refunds will be issued for cancellations as follows:

• Full Refund less $50 until August 22
• Full Refund less $100 August 23 - September 17
• No Refunds after September 17 or for no shows

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