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Intelligent Systems
DAC provides successful intelligent solutions to our clients in core areas ofDecision Support, Systems Analysis, Optimization and Video & Imaging Engineering. As technological advances continue to expand our ability to collect and manipulate data, concentration on these four areas enables us to provide innovative functional solutions that help our clients be effective, innovative and successful. We strive to deliver state-of-the-art solutions to foster success while we continuously examine and exploit new and emerging technologies so as to progressively refine and improve our services. DAC’s expertise in application of complex decision-support tools is proving its value in a field environment. We combine the intellectual resources of individuals with the capabilities of the computer to improve the quality of decisions and greatly aid in the processing of large amounts of information much of it having varying degrees of uncertainty. REAL-TIME BATTLE MANAGEMENT The threat of missile attacks on the U.S. from rogue nations is real with potential catastrophic consequences. To counter this, DAC is developing and deploying real-time battle management algorithms for the Ballistic Missile Defense System that dynamically adapt and react to threats. REAL-TIME DATA MINING AND PREDICTIVE ANALYSIS The intelligence community is overwhelmed with data and needs intelligent ways to turn it into actionoriented knowledge. Our service-oriented suite of intelligent agents perform realtime data mining and predictive analysis that is being used to identify terrorist activities and predict enemy intent in the unforgiving battlefield environment.
REAL-TIME SENSOR TASKING Our ability to deploy new sensors far outstrips our ability to process that data into useful information. In order to maximize the utility of these sensors, we have developed algorithms that prioritize their tasking based on mission value and the accumulation of observed data. These algorithms have provided immediate benefit to the Missile Defense System, the Joint Strike Fighter, and the U.S. Air Force. HUMAN BEHAVIOR “BOTS” It is costly and time consuming to test software that requires actual interaction from many people. DAC develops software which mimics human behavior to meet that need. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), when faced with the requirement to automate combinatorial auctions for the Nation’s frequency bandwidth, turned to DAC to develop “BidBots,” an intelligent software mechanism which simulates the behaviors of FCC spectrum auction participants. Our Systems Analysis methods and tools result in explicit and meaningful insights for our clients in their research to identify optimal solutions to complex problems consistent with given constraints. SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE ASSESSMENTS We assist our clients in developing and using tools to design and measure the effectiveness of various hardware and software architectures. DAC has proven expertise in successfully delivering resultsoriented studies for architecture tradeoffs, element requirements and design, investment trade-offs and performance analysis. We support the Missile Defense Agency in designing a global defense system to counter hostile missile threats and attacks. MODELING AND SIMULATION We are acknowledged experts in the use of complex simulations to model performance and evaluate results. We are also widely recognized for our ability to develop simulations and models that have high fidelity and provide efficient and relevant data. Our modeling and simulation work includes development and execution of large-scale DAC is relied on by our clients for using our system analysis expertise and tools to solve their most difficult problems, such as the optimal positioning of sensors to attain global coverage and algorithms to manage tasking of sensors. DAC’s optimized dispatching system is applicable across a wide spectrum of industries with fleet transportation requirements. Battle Management, Command and Control simulations, war game development, as well as model verification, validation and accreditation. ENGINEERING ANALYSIS Our technical experts are consistently called upon for expert consulting support to assist clients develop requirements for design and integration of hardware components. DAC provides key sensor subject matter expertise for both radio frequency and electro-optical and infrared systems. We develop tailored state-of-the-art Optimization tools to provide our clients with business value added solutions to their toughest operational problems LARGE-SCALE AUCTIONS DAC has built and deployed optimization software to conduct large scale package bidding spectrum auctions for the Federal Communications Commission. Working with Nobel Laureate economists, we designed the computationally feasible and economically sound package bidding auction mechanism that provides discipline and rigor to the Commission’s multi-billion dollar frequency bandwidth auctions. FACILITY MANAGEMENT In large organizations, people and facilities are in constant flux. Our facility management software uses optimization techniques to recommend both the most efficient movement of people and the best use of the facilities that house them. FLEET DISPATCHING SOFTWARE Corporate fleets are constantly challenged to achieve targeted service levels at the lowest possible cost. DAC is currently developing large-scale optimization software for a Fortune 500 corporation and for one of the largest concrete companies in the United States. When implemented, DAC’s optimization software will provide higher levels of customer service at reduced operation costs, allowing our customers to operate more efficiently in the face of rising fuel costs.
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It takes more than just science to create innovative solutions to our customer’s most challenging problems. DAC effectively integrates engineering, mathematics, physics and artistic talent to develop cutting-edge solutions. Our Intelligent Systems Sector as mastered the science of thesolution and the art of success. 
