Robots produce data, humans need to use it.

Autonomous systems produce significant amounts of data, and we need to optimise the data presentation to inform human decision-making. In 2016, Thales Maritime Mission Systems leveraged previous self-funded research to integrate the Insitu ScanEagle system with both the frigate guided missile (FFG) platform and the Australian Distributed Architecture Combat System (ADACS). In 2017, the RAN’s first operational deployment with an embarked UAS took place with the ScanEagle system on HMAS NEWCASTLE. The integration enhances operational value with seamlessly merged UAS data within the existing ADACS track management paradigm, enabling UAS mission tasking form ADACS whilst maintaining software safety.

Mission Systems is a small team within Thales, based in Sydney and Perth, who provide systems integration, software and support services for Naval mission systems. Missions Systems products include ADACS, the Orion integrated Maritime, Coordination and Surveillance System (IMARCS), and the award winning Stingrae Enhanced Boarding Party Capability.