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Open Multi-Sensor Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) Software System is sponsored by U.S. Department of Defense (via SBIR Program). This SBIR topic aims to develop a multi-sensor counter unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) capability utilizing an open software platform. The system should detect and track UAVs using various methods, including acoustic sensors, while minimizing false detections.
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