ISR Technology
Revolutionizing intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance systems
We develop, prototype, and transition state-of-the-art capabilities to revolutionize intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) systems and technologies. We provide comprehensive engineering expertise and experience to devise solutions to mission-critical challenges in defense and disaster response.
Related Projects
Enhanced Mapping and Positioning System (EMAPS)
We continue to strengthen EMAPS, a portable mapping system carried in a backpack, for the Department of Defense’s Chemical and Biological Defense Program.
Integrated Undersea Surveillance Systems
We are solving critical challenges for the Navy’s undersea surveillance community, making contributions such as active and passive sonar processing algorithms for inclusion in the Advanced Surveillance Build tactical sonar modernization program.
Precision Targeting
Working to ensure that ground forces can rapidly and accurately provide GPS locations of battlefield targets, APL performed design analyses and developed procedures that resulted in the successful testing of the Joint Effects Targeting System (JETS) and improvements to the system’s precision geolocation capability.
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Dec 4, 2024
From the Battlefield to Breast Cancer Detection, Johns Hopkins APL Technologies Find Dual Impact
APL researchers used artificial intelligence and two APL-patented imaging technologies to improve the accuracy and efficiency of breast cancer screening. The imaging technologies were originally created for satellite and military applications.
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Aug 22, 2024
From Tool to Teammate: Opening the Aperture on Human-Robot Teaming
Researchers are using generative artificial intelligence and cutting-edge scene-mapping technology to elevate robots from simple tools to full teammates capable of providing aid in disaster and battlefield scenarios.
Press Release
Aug 15, 2024
Johns Hopkins APL and U.S. Coast Guard Expand National Defense, Maritime Security Partnership
APL and the U.S. Coast Guard Research and Development Center in New London, Connecticut, have signed a comprehensive memorandum of understanding to team up on addressing critical technology challenges in national defense and maritime security.
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Nov 21, 2023
A Career of Taking Risks Earns Johns Hopkins APL Researcher National Data Fusion Award
APL engineer Andy Newman was presented with the Joe Mignogna Data Fusion Award at the Military Sensing Symposia, National Security Sensor and Data Fusion conference.
Press Release
Sep 28, 2023
Johns Hopkins APL Partners With Space Systems Command to Evaluate New Classified Ground Systems Software
APL has forged a new partnership with the Space Systems Command to evaluate ground systems being designed for a new classified satellite network. The Lab will help ensure the government is using best software and cybersecurity practices while prototyping and demonstrating the new ground system.