A data processing system is which enables an operator to rapidly perform object
detection, identification, recognition, and location using remote imagery from
Mini Unmanned Air Vehicles when sensor performance is severely limited due to size,
weight, and power constraints. The system receives down linked images from an Unmanned
Air Vehicle as well as vehicle geographic position and sensor attitude data. The
imagery is processed on the ground using detection, identification, recognition
and moving target detection algorithms to eliminate clutter and preselect potential
objects of interest. The objects of interest are identified by the operator from
the preselected list of objects automatically presented to him. The target location
is simultaneously calculated for selected objects using the down linked vehicle
location and sensor pointing angle and displayed to the operator.
