The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Research and Development (R&D) Center continues investigating how modern technologies, such as autonomous systems, machine learning, and alternate energy sources, can aid the service in performing its missions globally. The FY23 Portfolio Ramp-Up Research Questions describes the mission needs, challenges, and research areas associated with:
- Platform Cybersecurity Solutions for USCG Cutters
- Cutter-Based Unmanned Aircraft System Beyond the National Security Cutter
- Investigate Effects of Wind Farms on Search and Rescue
- Persistent Simulation for the USCG Workforce
- Implement Transfer of Search Patterns Directly to Boat Navigation Systems
- Alternative Energy Propulsion Systems for USCG Surface Assets
- USCG Flight Data Recorder Exploratory Data Analysis
- Evaluate Visibility of Colors for USCG Approved Lifesaving Equipment in Marine Conditions
- Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Data Networks for Intelligence Analysis
- Cutter-Based Unmanned Systems Integration Analysis
- Next Generation Distress Communication Capability for Alaska and the Arctic
- Study Optionally Manned Surface Vessels for USCG Missions
- Investigate Modernizing USCG Shipboard Interior Communications
- Modeled Sustainment of the USCG Major Asset Fleets for Improved Decision Making
- Alternate Navigation Positioning Sources
- Develop Improved Sensor Performance Models for Search and Rescue (SAR)
- Hazardous Substance Pollution Response Technology Analysis
- Remote Diagnostic and Monitoring Systems for Technical Support Engineering
- Machine Learning – Predictive Analytics to Determine Target of Interest Position of Intended Movement
- Maximizing the Potential of a USCG Boating Safety Application
The USCG R&D Center and NPS continue their partnership to research maritime solutions supporting the tri-service strategy, Advantage at Sea: Prevailing with All Domain Integrated Naval Power.