Multi-Spectral Sensing Technologies Research and Development (MUSTER)

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is soliciting innovative research proposals for the development of multispectral sensing technologies. The research areas include multiband multifunction array development, fully adaptive radar, advanced digital multifunction arrays, laser radar imaging, passive radio frequency sensing, and more. The proposal should include a technical summary, proposed deliverables, and a rough order of magnitude cost estimate. The Air Force anticipates awarding multiple awards for this announcement, with a total program value of $250,000,000. • The research areas include: • Multiband Multifunction Array Development • Fully Adaptive Radar • Advanced Digital Multifunction Arrays • Laser Radar Imaging, Systems, Components, and Applications • Passive Radio Frequency Sensing • Waveform Phenomenology, Design and Applications • Sensor Information Processing and Integration • Passive Electro-optic and Infrared Sensor Technology • Novel EO/IR Hardware and Algorithms • Hyperspectral Imaging Technology • Standoff High Resolution Imaging (SHRI) • Infrared Search and Track Technology • Passive EO/IR Space-Based Sensing • The proposal should include a technical summary, proposed deliverables, and a rough order of magnitude cost estimate. • The Air Force anticipates awarding multiple awards for this announcement, with a total program value of $250,000,000. • The period of performance for individual awards will be 12-48 months, with an overall effort period of 60 months.