TOPSCENE Database Production CONOPS (Key Points)

TOPSCENE

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND

NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND HEADQUARTERS

47123 Buse Road, Unit IPT Suite 345

Patuxent River, MD 20670-1547

IN REPLY REFER TO

Ser PMA205/0399006

From: Commander, Naval Air Systems Command (PMA-205)

Subj: TACTICAL OPERATIONAL SCENE (TOPSCENE) 21 JANUARY 1999

DATABASE GENERATION FACILITY (DBGF) WORKING GROUP

MEETING MINUTES

Encl: (1) TOPSCENE DBGF Working Group Agenda of 21 Jan 99

(2) TOPSCENE DBGF Working Group Attendees

(3) TOPSCENE DBGF Working Group Action Item Summary

(4) 16 Jul 98 TOPSCENE DBWG Action Item Status

(5) TOPSCENE DBGF Working Group – New Action Items of 21 Jan 99

(6) TOPSCENE Database Production Matrix & CONOPS Key Points

(7) TOPSCENE DBGF Attribute Matrices (5 tables)

(8) TOPSCENE Program Software Version Configuration Management Matrix

(9) TOPSCENE DBGF Working Group Charter

Enclosures (1) through (9) are forwarded for information and action as required. Site attribute tables (enclosure (7)) require DBGF site review / input to complete

(Action Item 7-98-2 refers).

2. NAVAIR PMA 205 personnel opened the meeting and set the tone for the

follow-on briefs by each TOPSCENE Database Generation Facility present. Minutes and action items from previous Database Working Group (DBWG) meetings were highlighted. Of note, future scheduling of this forum will be under the name of the TOPSCENE Database Generation Facility (DBGF) Working Group. The charter title has been modified to reflect this change.

Each DBGF had an opportunity to discuss their current operations, key site attributes, and issues of immediate and longer term concern.

Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center (NSAWC). NSAWC was represented by both Strike Cell (N22) military and DBGF contractor (LMVS / SAIC) personnel. Mr. Glen Johnson, Lockheed Martin Vought Systems TOPSCENE Program Senior Engineer, discussed NSAWC DBGF capabilities highlighting key site attributes and future enhancement plans. In addition, Mr. Johnson outlined possible options to "work off" current database production backlogs (now 3-5 months) through increased shift work and hiring of new production personnel.

19^th Special Operations Squadron (SOS). Maj Mike Vaughn discussed the future of distributed mission training at Hurlburt Field, FL which incorporated TOPSCENE DBGF and Air Force / SOF requirements. Specific discussion ensued on SOFPREP and mission planning cell support to USSOCOM intelligence activities, as well as a snapshot of 19^th SOS DBGF accomplishments. In addition to TOPSCENE support, 19^th SOS DBGF houses / supports Aircrew Training Systems (MC-130H/E) and AC-130U Battle Management Center which conducts distributed joint tactical training. Future DBGF support was highlighted in addition to current and future network connectivity to SOF organizations in-CONUS and future simulator configurations. Maj Vaughn briefed AFSOC / 19^th SOS continued investment plans for TOPSCENE (additional 8-12 TOPSCENE 400 systems). Current and future TOPSCENE systems will be used to support SOF / Air Force operations and database production efforts for deployable mission preview / rehearsal and continued exploitation of SEDRIS data format and tools supporting database correlation.
160^th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne). CW4 Mike Durant presented 160^th SOAR(A) Simulation and Mission Rehearsal Facility technology plans and mission priorities, including fixed-base and deployable mission rehearsal. The Planning And Rehearsal Information and Support (PARIS) database generation system was also discussed in detail. PARIS facility efforts encapsulates TOPSCENE support to key SOF entities supported by the 160^th SOAR(A). TOPSCENE is represented by both 4000 / 400 platforms and will be incorporated into the MH-47E / MH-60K Combat Mission Simulators supporting mission rehearsal. Numerous action items were articulated by 160^th SOAR(A) personnel in addition to a number of critical issues surrounding TOPSCENE program support for the future (e.g., common database format, DIS compliance, interoperability, robust network connectivity, life-cycle support planning, OPSEC and database classification).
Training and Contingency Division (TAC-D), National Ground Intelligence Center. Mr. Mark Darder, Vector Data Systems, presented a summary of TAC-D site attributes and operations since DBGF inception in 1998. Joint Navy / Army collaboration is expected to continue and grow in 1999 supporting TOPSCENE database production (for Army operations and Navy / Marine Corps exercise requirements).
Lockheed Martin Vought Systems (LMVS). Mr. Glen Johnson presented the status of LMVS Dallas DBGF capabilities including available database production assets. LMVS Dallas currently has no external connectivity to support TOPSCENE database electronic dissemination / remote log-in activities in support of Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force primary customers.

The Lockheed Martin Program Manager, Mr. Gerry George, and TOPSCENE senior engineer presented a "state of TOPSCENE" brief.

A number of software enhancements have been incorporated into the latest TOPSCENE database software version (v1.1.8) which correct earlier discrepancies noted by DBGF personnel during the 16 Jul 98 TOPSCENE Database Working Group meeting. Enhancements that were specifically covered included:

DTED routines were reworked to correct spike problems;
Additional code was added to address partial Level 2 cells, including support to generate a Level 2 DTED grid;
Fixdem routine is no longer required;
DTED Level 0 support was added;
Tool was added to resettle models in TOPSCENE databases after DTED information is updated or reprocessed;
Cultural wall textures are now displayed upright in the library menu;
Large object regrouping capability added;
"Settle by object" function now works correctly;
Roof / slant replacement is now capable from texture memory; and

(10) Radiometric full color piece-wise, scale functionality / vr routine added.

A snapshot was also provided of upcoming database software enhancements (v1.1.9) for TOPSCENE 4000 / 400 database generation systems. Version v1.1.9 expected delivery date is late Mar 99.

A number of cultural feature capabilities will be added for TOPSCENE 4000 / 400 database development:

Cultural (selectable billboard trees; general model and annotation support; addition of annotation file for each model for texture images)

Multi-resolution (automatic addition of lowest resolution datasets)

General (incorporation of NIS data into the input imagery archive at NSAWC; security bannering on all image windows; custom audit trail entry on input of an SCI image; completion of date query system inputs (must also be incorporated into playback software for full functionality); and a dynamic shared object capability that allows SGI’s resident image programs to access images in the TOPSCENE internal format.

NAVAIR Program Office personnel closed the DBGF WG meeting with a discussion of issues / concerns that were not previously discussed and highlighted key upcoming TOPSCENE program initiatives.
As discussed during 21 Jan 99 meeting, the TOPSCENE DBGF Working Group charter has been revised (enclosure (9)). Request each DBGF provide specific signature block information for formal signature prior to May 99 DBGF Working Group and Operations Advisory Group meetings in Fallon, NV.
The next TOPSCENE DBGF Working Group meeting is tentatively scheduled for Monday, 24 May 99 coincident with the combined TAMPS / TOPSCENE Operations Advisory Group meetings to be held at Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center (NSAWC), NAS Fallon, NV. Specific details will be published once coordination planning is complete.

Address questions and comments to the Navy Mission Rehearsal Program Office points of contact: Mr. Alan Herod, PMA 205-4A, (301) 757-8136 or Mr. Barry Chandler, PMA 205-4A1, (301) 757-8140.

J. R. LOYER

By direction

Distribution:

Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center (NSAWC)(Attn: N2 / N22)

160^th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne)(Attn: AOAV-ST-FS)

19^th Special Operations Squadron (Attn: Maj. Vaughn)

Training and Contingency Division (TAC-D), National Ground Intelligence Center

Chief of Naval Operations (N889)(Attn: N889F / N889F2)

Headquarters, Marine Corps (APW)(Attn: APW-71)

USSOCOM (SOFPREP / SORR-SCS)

Air Force Special Operations Command (Attn: DOTS)

Naval Special Warfare Group ONE (Attn: R&D Programs)

National Imagery and Mapping Agency (Attn: TR / GIM / TERR)

PMA 205 TOPSCENE Homepage

Tactical Operational Scene (TOPSCENE)

Database Generation Facility (DBGF)

Working Group Agenda

Training and Contingency Division (TAC-D)

National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC)

Room 5C725 (Vault 503)

Washington Navy Yard, Building 213

Washington, D.C.
21 January 99

0700 Administration / Security Check-in TAC-D

0800 Opening Remarks NAVAIR

0810 Minutes from Last Meeting / Action Items NAVAIR

0830 DBGF Site Briefs / Capabilities & Attributes

(DBWG-7-98-2)

0830 NSAWC, NAS Fallon, NV NSAWC

0850 19^th SOS, Hurlburt Field, FL 19^th SOS

0910 160^th SOAR, Fort Campbell, KY 160^th SOAR

0930 TAC-D, WNY, Washington, D.C. TAC-D

0950 Lockheed Martin, Dallas, TX

1010 Break

1030 DBWG Charter Review / Endorsement NAVAIR, ALL

1100 TOPSCENE Database Configuration Management NSAWC

(DBWG-7-98-1)

1120 Lunch (Building 213 Cafeteria)

1215 Database Production Priorities Survey (DBWG-7-98-3) NSAWC, HQ USMC

1245 Automated Production Tools / New Algorithms VDS, LMVS

(DBWG-7-98-4/-8)

1315 IV&V SOP for TOPSCENE DBGFs QC LMVS, NSAWC

(DBWG-7-98-7)

1330 TOPSCENE Database Holdings (DBWG-7-98-9) NSAWC w/ DBGFs

1400 Database Production Matrix (DBWG-7-98-5) NAVAIR

1430 Break

1450 Issues and Concerns ALL

1530 Demonstrate dBs re: Comparative Fidelity TAC-D, LMVS, VDS

for refinements / improvements to customer (4000 / 400

platforms)

1615 TOPSCENE Program Initiatives NAVAIR

1630 Wrap-up / Close NAVAIR

1635- Off-line Meetings (as required) TBD

Enclosure (1)

TOPSCENE

Database Generation Facility (DBGF)

Working Group Meeting

Attendees

21 January 1999

Attendee Command Represented

Andrews, Bill NSAWC N22 / SAIC, NAS Fallon, NV

Chandler, Barry NAVAIR PMA205-4A1, NAS Pax River, MD

Clark, Frank CNSWG-1, Coronado, CA

Darder, Mark VDS, Alexandria, VA

Dilley, Rick NIMA / TERR, Bethesda, MD

Durant, Mike CW4 160^th SOAR(A), Ft Campbell, KY

Freeman, Brent LCDR (Sel) NSAWC N22, NAS Fallon, NV

George, Gerry LMVS, Dallas, TX

Hledik, Steve Maj NIMA / TR, Bethesda, MD

Irwin, Bill SAIC, Rosslyn, VA

Johnson, Glen NSAWC N22 / LMVS, NAS Fallon, NV

Leboeuf, Paul NIMA / GIM, Bethesda, MD

Loyer, Randy CDR NAVAIR PMA205-4, NAS Pax River, MD

MacDonald, Jamie MAJ USSOCOM SOFPREP, Hurlburt Field, FL

Miller, Earl NIMA / IA, HQ AFSOC, Hurlburt Field, FL

Mulligan, John NGIC, TAC-D, Washington, D.C.

Preston, Joe 160^th SOAR(A) / ARINC, Ft Campbell, KY

Salter, Dave SAIC, Rosslyn, VA

Strong, Connie NGIC, TAC-D, Washington, D.C.

Vaughn, Mike Maj 19^th SOS, Hurlburt Field, FL

Enclosure (2)

TOPSCENE Database Generation Facility (DBGF)

Working Group Action Item Summary

(Enclosure (3))

Action Item Status Originator	Action Item Summary	Action Agency	Remarks
7-98-1 Open PMA 205-4A	Develop / maintain dB configuration management, version ID and renaming conventions	NSAWC	Create plan for dB reuse among DBGFs
7-98-2 Open PMA 205-4A	Evaluate DBGF capabilities / attributes and provide input to PMA 205-4A	DBGFs	Review matrices as developed
7-98-3 Open HQMC	Survey customers to readdress priorities v-a-v training versus operational database requirements	NSAWC, HQMC
7-98-4 Open PMA 205-4A	Investigate automated tools to improve TOPSCENE database production	All (LMVS lead)	Brief at each WG meeting
7-98-5 Open PMA 205-4A	Develop database production MOA/U to delineate responsibilities for producing TOPSCENE databases	PMA 205-4A, DBGFs	Ongoing action
7-98-6 Closed PMA 205-4A	Develop list of TDRD attributes for review / staffing. Revised TDRD provided to DBWG for comment	PMA 205-4A, DBGFs	Forward draft TDRD to OAG May 99
7-98-7 Open DBGFs	Develop IV & V SOP for TOPSCENE DBGF use supporting database QC	NSAWC (lead), DBGFs
7-98-8 Open DBGFs	LMVS implement algorithms to address database issues	LMVS	Ongoing action
7-98-9 Open PMA 205-4A	Coordinate and develop complete listing of all TOPSCENE databases.	NSAWC (lead), DBGFs	NSAWC provide specifics to DBGFs
1-99-1 New PMA 205-4A	Develop Top 10 requirements for TOPSCENE system enhancements	DBGFs	Supports future prioritization discussions
1-99-2 New 160^th SOAR	Develop realistic TOPSCENE dB forested areas for low flyers, ground & SOF personnel	LMVS
1-99-3 New 160^th SOAR	Routine population of cultural features supporting low-level flight safety & operational planning	DBGFs LMVS	As required, based on operator desires
1-99-4 New 160^th SOAR	Database tools to improve representation of lights in TOPSCENE nighttime databases	LMVS
1-99-5 New 19^th SOS	Develop TOPSCENE API and export format for use of TOPSCENE databases with SEDRIS	LMVS
1-99-6 New 160^th SOAR	Develop a TOPSCENE to MPEG write capability (CD-ROM) tool	PMA 205-4A, LMVS
1-99-7 New DBGFs	Contact NIMA to coordinate Domestic Imagery Requirement (DIR) blanket exemption for all DBGFs	PMA 205-4A, SAIC	SAIC draft letter for signature
1-99-8 New NSAWC	Provide imagery collection manager POC information for DIR coordination	DBGFs, SAIC	SAIC work with NIMA
1-99-9 New PMA 205-4A	DBGFs assess how to increase organic database production capacity for discussion with OAG / JOAG	DBGFs	Agenda item for May 99 WG
1-99-10 New 160^th/19^th SOS	Production-ize a special TOPSCENE sensors conversion tool for IR / Radar / SAR data	LMVS
1-99-11 New PMA 205-4A	Investigate / report communications connectivities available for each DBGF (SCI / Collateral)	DBGFs	Provide to PMO NLT Apr 99
1-99-12 New PMA 205-4A	Consolidate DBGF communications connectivity information	PMA 205-4A, SAIC	Possible WG agenda item May 99
1-99-13 New 19^th SOS	Contact NIMA to provide DoD-purchased licenses for RAINDROP software for each DBGF	PMA 205-4A, SAIC	SAIC draft letter for signature
1-99-14 New DBGFs	Investigate best course of action to provide TOPSCENE greatest flexibility with training, M&S & C4I systems	LMVS
1-99-15 New 160^th SOAR	Develop a Radar Terrain Elevation Data (RTED) loader for TOPSCENE	LMVS	SAIC provide TS / SCI RTED background
1-99-16 New 160^th SOAR	Investigate a VRML database output capability for TOPSCENE	LMVS	Ties to MPEG write capability
1-99-17 New VDS	Select course of action to continue / replace TOPSCENE wide differential hard drives	PMA 205-4A, LMVS, VDS	Two options
1-99-18 New PMA 205-4A	Program Office obtain access to STU-III telephone to support classified dB discussions	PMA 205-4A	OPSEC issue

TOPSCENE Database Working Group (DBWG)

Action Item Status

(16 July 1998)
Action Item 7-98-1

NSAWC develop and maintain configuration management, version identification, and renaming conventions for all TOPSCENE databases (as the master DBGF).

Originator: PMA 205-4A

Action: NSAWC

Due: May 1999

Status: Open

Remarks: Create plan to support TOPSCENE database reuse among DBGFs for interim and longer term plan to automatically share databases.

Action Item 7-98-2

Each DBGF site should evaluate their capabilities and attributes and provide input to PMA 205-4A. Methodology should be based upon capabilities / attributes matrix agreed to during the 16 Jul 98 DBWG meeting.

Originator: PMA 205-4A

Action: All DBGFs

Due: May 1999

Status: Open

Remarks: Matrices have been developed for DBGF review.

Action Item 7-98-3

Survey customers to readdress priorities at next DBWG. Previous discussions focused on reevaluating training’s relative priority (versus operational database requirements) considering the primary customers serviced by each DBGF.

Originator: HQMC (APW-71)

Action: NSAWC, HQMC

Due: May 1999

Status: Open

Remarks: None.

Action Item 7-98-4

Investigate automated tools to improve database production. Tools discussed for investigation were for producing texture overlays, high-resolution texture mosaics, and high-resolution 3D targets.

Enclosure (4)

Originator: PMA 205-4A

Action: All (LMVS lead)

Due: May 1999

Status: Open

Remarks: Continuing action requirement to be addressed at each upcoming DBGF Working Group meeting by LMVS.

Action Item 7-98-5

(1) Develop database production MOA/U to delineate DBGF responsibility for producing TOPSCENE databases. (2) Each DBGF comment / respond to Database Production Matrix provided. (3) Follow-on CONOPS discussion necessary to form foundation for MOA/U.

Originator: PMA 205-4A

Action: PMA 205-4A, DBGFs

Due: May 1999

Status: Open -- (1) only

Remarks: Ongoing action; items (2), (3) closed during Jan 99 working group meeting with comments from DBGFS.

Action Item 7-98-6

Develop list of Mission Rehearsal TDRD attributes for review and revision by OAG / MRWG prior to staffing to OPNAV. Such attributes may include system enhancements, support to trainers, and level of fidelity of databases.

Originator: PMA 205-4

Action: PMA 205-4A, DBGFs

Due: January 1999

Status: Closed

Remarks: Revised TDRD provided for DBGF Working Group review / comment. TDRD will be briefed to TOPSCENE Operations Advisory Group (OAG) during May 1999 meetings prior to staffing to CNO N889.

Action Item 7-98-7

Develop an Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) SOP for TOPSCENE DBGF use supporting database quality control. 16 Jul 98 DBWG highlighted databases that were delivered with errors requiring on-site correction and / or delivery of a replacement database to correct.

Originator: DBGFs

Action: NSAWC (lead), DBGFs

Due: May 1999

Status: Open

Remarks: None.

Action Item 7-98-8

Navy Mission Rehearsal Prime Contractor implement algorithms to address database issues raised at 16 Jul 98 DBWG. Areas of concern to address include DTED spike problems; cell boundary edges; high-resolution insets not matched properly in mosaic; security banners; fidelity of cultural features, etc.

Originator: PMA 205-4A; DBGFs

Action: LMVS

Due: May 1999

Status: Open

Remarks: Ongoing.

Action Item 7-98-9

Coordinate and develop complete listing of all TOPSCENE databases that are built and available for operator use. This includes all TOPSCENE DBGF holdings (NSAWC, 160^th SOAR(A), 19^th SOS, TAC-D, and LMVS).

Originator: PMA 205-4A

Action: NSAWC (lead); DBGFs

Due: May 1999

Status: Open

Remarks: Ongoing. NSAWC provide DBGFs specifics on type of information required and add community DBGF database particulars to NSAWC TOPSCENE SIPRNET (collateral) / JDISS (SCI) homepages.

TOPSCENE Database Generation Facility (DBGF)

Working Group -- New Action Items

(21 January 1999)
Action Item 1-99-1

Each TOPSCENE Database Generation Facility (DBGF) develop their Top 10 requirements for TOPSCENE system enhancements supporting both database production and TOPSCENE operational use of databases for the next DBWG.

Originator: PMA 205-4A

Action: DBGFs

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Top 10 lists to support future prioritization of TOPSCENE system enhancements and database efforts.

Action Item 1-99-2

Current TOPSCENE databases being built in support of 160^th SOAR(A) do not have the database tools to allow development of realistic ground representation of forested areas to low flyers, ground and SOF personnel. Request developer investigate enhanced capabilities to build forested areas within a TOPSCENE database using tree blocks (e.g., themal / canopy areas (E&S terminology)). This has become a critical issue and necessary to improve database support to SOF personnel particularly in areas such as jungles, Bosnia, Korea, JRC, etc.

Originator: CW4 Durant, 160^th SOAR(A)

Action: LMVS

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Address plan of action and schedule; currently an unfunded requirement. This capability will be addressed in the TOPSCENE TDRD.

Action Item 1-99-3

Issue was raised germane to TOPSCNE database production vis-à-vis routine broad area populating of key cultural features supporting low-level flight safety and operational planning considerations for rotary / ground / SOF entities. Specifically, request TOPSCENE database builders routinely display lines of communication features for visual orientation and cultural features such as power lines, antennas, towers, etc.

Enclosure (5)

Originator: CW4 Durant, 160^th SOAR(A)

Action: DBGFs / LMVS

Due: As requested per specific database request

Status: New

Remarks: Ongoing action as specified by operator desires.

Action Item 1-99-4

160th SOAR(A) personnel highlighted a current database production limitation. Specifically, database tools must be enhanced to improve representation of lights in TOPSCENE databases to allow development and production of nighttime specific databases. This is a major operational limitation for SOF personnel in support of mission rehearsal and preview.

Originator: CW4 Durant, 160^th SOAR(A)

Action: LMVS

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Requirement will be partially resolved in Combat System Simulation delivery (summer 1999) for a light display capability in TOPSCENE. A database tool is still required and currently unfunded. Requirement will be addressed in the TOPSCENE TDRD.

Action Item 1-99-5

Provide a TOPSCENE Application Program Interface (API) for use of the TOPSCENE database format with SEDRIS in order to interact with DoD image generators / simulators. Will require LMVS software development to support a TOPSCENE SEDRIS export format.

Originator: Maj Vaughn, 19^th SOS

Action: LMVS

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Address plan of action and schedule; currently an unfunded requirement. This capability will be addressed in the TOPSCENE TDRD.

Action Item 1-99-6

The requirement for TOPSCENE DBGFs to create digital TOPSCENE data files (e.g., MPEG files) for operator use was highlighted. A direct TOPSCENE to MPEG write capability (CD-ROM) tool should be developed to meet this requirement.

Originator: CW4 Durant, 160^th SOAR(A)

Action: PMA 205-4A / LMVS

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Address plan of action and schedule; currently an unfunded requirement. This capability will be addressed in the TOPSCENE TDRD.

Action Item 1-99-7

TOPSCENE Program DBGFs require rapid access to national imagery resources, including domestic imagery access, to support operational mission training in-conus. Contact the National Imagery Mapping Agency (NIMA) policy directorates to ascertain ability for NSAWC imagery collection manager to generate a coordinated Domestic Imagery Requirement (DIR) for standing blanket exemption for all TOPSCENE DBGFs. This will then allow DBGF collection managers to request domestic imagery without follow-on submission of a new DIR.

Originator: DBGFs

Action: PMA 205-4A / SAIC

Due: March 1999

Status: New

Remarks: SAIC draft letter for PMA 205-4 signature.

Action Item 1-99-8

Each DBGF should provide their specific imagery collection manager POC name to NSAWC for coordination of the single Domestic Imagery Requirement (DIR). The NSAWC TOPSCENE collection manager POC is Mr. Bill Andrews, (702) 426-3944.

Originator: NSAWC

Action: DBGFs / SAIC

Due: February 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Provide POC to Bill Andrews for consolidation in support of new Action Item 1-99-7.

Action Item 1-99-9

Each TOPSCENE DBGF will assess how to increase their database production capacity. This information will be consolidated for review / use in developing recommendations to the TOPSCENE Operational Advisory Group and Joint Operational Advisory Group for eventual submission to resource sponsors for direction / action.

Originator: PMA 205-4A

Action: DBGFs

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Expected Agenda Item May 99 DBGF Working Meeting.

Action Item 1-99-10

The TOPSCENE Program needs to "production-ize" a special sensors conversion tool and undertake an increased imagery collection focus for IR / Radar / SAR data to support in TOPSCENE database utilization.

Originator: 160^th SOAR(A) / 19^th SOS

Action: LMVS

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: This requirement is currently supported under FY99 funding.

Action Item 1-99-11

In order to support electronic TOPSCENE database sharing and networking among DBGFs, investigate communications connectivities available to each DBGF (e.g., SIPRNET, JWICS, etc). Primary communications are expected to be collateral in nature; however, provide both GENSER and SCI connectivity information to develop total picture.

Originator: PMA 205-4A

Action: DBGFs

Due: April 1999

Status: New

Remarks: None.

Action Item 1-99-12

Consolidate DBGF communications connectivity information in order to determine best range of options to support TOPSCENE database sharing and networking.

Originator: PMA 205-4A

Action: PMA 205-4A / SAIC

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Expected Agenda Item May 99 DBGF Working Meeting if information is available from DBGFs.

Action Item 1-99-13

DBWG, as single entity, approach NIMA to provide DoD-purchased licenses for the RAINDROP mensuration software in support of each TOPSCENE DBGF. RAINDROP will be used as replacement to NIMA DEWDROP GOTS software being retired in 1999.

Originator: Maj Vaughn, 19^th SOS

Action: PMA 205-4A / SAIC

Due: March 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Forward letter to NIMA Navy Customer Support desk requesting this action. SAIC draft letter for PMA 205-4 signature.

Action Item 1-99-14

In response to TOPSCENE DBWG Issue 1-99-B, investigate the best possible course of action to provide the TOPSCENE system the greatest flexibility to interface with other simulators / trainers / C4I systems. Determine specific export formats; e.g., SEDRIS export format; robust Socet Set capability (purchase from Marconi Systems, if required); Open Flight; and / or other common formats.

Originator: DBGFs

Action: LMVS

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Address plan of action and schedule; currently an unfunded requirement. This capability will be addressed in the TOPSCENE TDRD.

Action Item 1-99-15

TOPSCENE system enhancement: develop a Radar Terrain Elevation Data (RTED) loader. Provide update to DBGFs at next Working Group meeting.

Originator: 160^th SOAR(A)

Action: LMVS / SAIC

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: SAIC contacted NIMA/TRB to obtain TS/SCI RTED Digital Elevation Model (DEM) format documentation for LMVS Fallon review / understanding of requirement (February 1999).

Action Item 1-99-16

Investigate a Virtual Reality Modeling Language (VRML) TOPSCENE database output capability for the future.

Originator: 160^th SOAR(A)

Action: LMVS

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Assess course of action to support in view of TOPSCENE system MPEG requirements, etc.

Action Item 1-99-17

Wide differential hard drives are being phased out by vendors in favor of low voltage drives. Program direction on specific course of action required supporting near-term procurement decisions by MIRES team.

Originator: Vector Data Systems

Action: PMA 205-4A / LMVS / VDS

Due: May 1999

Status: New

Remarks: Two known options: (1) procure large number of wide differential drives to support the TOPSCENE program for the foreseeable future; and / or (2) add a third hot swap hard drive chassis to the TOPSCENE unit.

Action Item 1-99-18

Navy Mission Rehearsal Program Office should have ready access to an STU-III telephone to support classified database discussions with Service / Joint DBGFs, as required.

Originator: PMA 205-4A

Action: PMA 205-4A

Due: ASAP

Status: New

Remarks: All TOPSCENE database facility personnel should continue to be sensitive to operational security.

DBGF	Organizations Supported	Type of Support (in priority order)	Geographic Areas	Unique Requirements	Backlog
NSAWC	Navy Marine Others (as req’d)	Operations Exercises/Training Adhoc (as accepted)	Worldwide; Key Hotspots; MRC Locations	SPECAT Targets	3-5 months
19^th SOS	AFSOC Gnd/Air, USAF AGM-130 SOF (Joint)	Contingency Exercise Training	Worldwide	*Specific OPSEC* Concerns
160^th SOAR	Army SOF Special Forces Groups AFSOC Warfighting CinCs	Operations, Mission Rehearsal, Exercises, Training, Adhoc	Worldwide	SPECAT Hi-res Low Level	38 Wks (Trng tgts); 4 wks (Ex suppt)
TAC-D	Army, Navy/Marine Exercises/Training National	Exercises/Training Operations Adhoc	Worldwide	National CEP (Secret Service) FBI Adhoc
LMVS DALLAS	Navy, Marine SOF, Air Force, Army	Quality Control, 3D Modeling, USAF PGM	Worldwide	4000a Development

Master DBGF

TOPSCENE Database Production CONOPS

(Key points to build MOA)

Provision of source materials including raw imagery
Cooperative arrangement among DBGFs
Discuss Master DBGF requirements as configuration manager and central focus for TOPSCENE database clearinghouse actions
Understand and delineate individual site priorities and work loads
Discuss manpower constraints
Develop / discuss prioritization schema for database builds; e.g., Service / Joint (SOCOM) needs versus outside adhoc requirements

Need to delineate & understand all parameters of specific database production (e.g., 4000 versus 3500, etc)

Are there fair share costing ($$) considerations for Master DBGF configuration management and clearinghouse actions?
Single Service manager (Navy)
Determine if NIMA will participate in support of TOPSCENE database production at TAC-D
Determine if any earlier formal agreements initiated between PMA 205 and Services (review non-executed Sep 95 draft MOA between 160^th SOAR and PMA 205 for verbiage)
Quality control procedures of databases; e.g., acceptance test procedures (ATP); other mechanisms
Other DBGF sites can support / augment with personnel to assist database production; e.g., surge production to overcome backlogs; support contingencies; enhance training opportunities for database builders

Includes non-DBGF production site personnel also
Sponsoring site funding will include per diem, travel & other incidentals for travelers

Specific requirements pertaining to Government, military and contractor personnel needed
Must delineate level of experience considerations
Incorporate / discuss validated requirements / TDRD
Equalization among DBGFs
Definition of a DBGF

TOPSCENE

Database Generation Facility (DBGF)

Attributes

DBGF	Hrs of Ops	Manning	Experience Level	Facility Classification	Surge Capability
DBGF	Hrs of Ops	Manning	Experience Level	Facility Classification	Space	Manpower
NSAWC	24x5 (move to 18x5 TBD)	6	3 Level 1 1 Level 3 1 Level 4 1 Level 5	TS / SCI	No	Yes
19^th SOS		3	1 Level 1 1 Level 2 1 Level 3	Collateral
160^th SOAR(A)^A	24x5 available	1 TS 2 SS^B	1 Level 4 1 Level 3 1 Level 4	Collateral TS		No (limited)
TAC-D	8x5	4	1 Level 3 2 Level 4 1 Network Engr	TS / SCI
LMVS Dallas	8x5 (24x5 available)	1	1 Level 1	TS / SCI	Yes	No

Notes.

A Planning and Rehearsal Information Support (PARIS) Database Generation Facility

B Socet Set database developers; databases can be converted and loaded on TOPSCENE

Enclosure (7)

TOPSCENE

Database Generation Facility (DBGF)

Attributes

DBGF	On-site Imagery Collection	Comms Connectivity	NIS	Media	Formats	Sensor Output Products	Total Database Holdings
NSAWC	Yes	SIPRNET JWICS (Intelink) NDS, RMS TAMPS (CVIC)	Yes	NIS, D2C(2), Metrum 2150, 8mm (6)	NITF 2.0 D2C (4.3 TFRD) Matrix-compatible TIFF, JPEG, PCX, Sun Raster, GIF	EO	1Tb+
19^th SOS
160^th SOAR(A)		Temp T1duplex to 19^th SOS; SIPRNET (planned)		8mm	NITF, TIFF, Socet Set, MPEG
TAC-D		JWICS SIPRNET NDS, RMS		Video Tape 8mm
LMVS Dallas	No	None	No	Metrum 2150, 8mm	NITF 2.0 TIFF, JPEG, PCX, GIF	EO	.5Tb

TOPSCENE

Database Generation Facility (DBGF)

System Attributes (Hardware)

DBGF	Onyx2	Onyx	Octane	Work- Stations / Scanners	LAN Type	Primary Archival Capability	Hot Swap Chassis		Near-term Buys
DBGF	Onyx2	Onyx	Octane	Work- Stations / Scanners	LAN Type	Primary Archival Capability	4000/400	3500	Near-term Buys
NSAWC	1	1	2^A	5-Indigo2 (v6.2) Vexcel 3000	FDDI	ER-90(2), RAID (2.2Tb)	3	4
19^th SOS	1	1 3500	1						400 (8-12)
160^th SOAR(A)^B	1^C	1^D	2	1-Indigo2 2-SS W/S^E 1-Sparc 20^F Flatbed^G		8mm TS 8mm SS 4mm ESIG			4000 (1) 400 (1) Upgrade 3500^H
TAC-D	1	1^I		1-Indigo2					Onyx2 (1)
LMVS Dallas		1 4000a		1-Indigo2	10baseT	Metrum 2150	1	1

Notes.

A One destined for TOPGUN

B In addition to TOPSCENE, also ESIG 4000 & RapidScene database rendering systems

C Onyx2 has playback capability and database software

D Converted 3500 with 112Gb on-line storage

E (1) Sun Enterprise 3000 (w/ stereo monitor); (1) Sun Ultra; both w/ 35Gb on-line storage

F (1) Sparc 20 connected to Helava scanner w/ 12 Gb storage

G Flatbed scanner – 4000dpi resolution

H Upgrade 3500 to a 4 processor system

I 4000a on loan

TOPSCENE

Database Generation Facility (DBGF)

System Attributes (Software)

DBGF	TOPSCENE 4000			TOPSCENE 400			TOPSCENE 3500			Remarks
DBGF	Real-time	dB	OS	Real-time	dB	OS	Real-time	dB	OS
NSAWC	v2.1.3b	v1.1.8^A	Irix 6.4^B Irix 6.5^C		v1.1.8	Irix 6.4	4.1.2d^D	v1.1.8	Irix 5.3^E
19^th SOS		v1.1.8
160^th SOAR(A)		v1.1.8 (Onyx)			v1.1.8					TS 4800^F
TAC-D	v2.1.3b^G v2.1.3a^H	v1.1.9a v1.1.9a	Irix 6.5 Irix 6.4
LMVS Dallas	v2.1.3a	v1.1.8^I	Irix 6.2

Notes.

A Acceptance testing on v1.1.9a. ongoing

B Onyx2 has Irix v6.4

C Onyx has Irix v6.5.1

D Loaded with 4.1.2d (enhanced) including TAMPS interface software

E Located in NSAWC CVIC (collateral)

F Modified TOPSCENE platform supporting MH-47 / MH-60 simulator interoperability

G Onyx2

H 4000a Onyx (on loan)

I For 4000a development purposes

TOPSCENE

Database Generation Facility (DBGF)

Database Production Attributes

DBGF	TOPSCENE Database Software			Database Quality Control Validation (Y/N)		Playback Format? (Y/N)	Input Database Formats Supported		Remarks
DBGF	3500	4000	400	3500	4000^A
NSAWC	v1.1.8	v1.1.8^B	v1.1.8	Yes	Yes	Yes		CIB, DTED, DPPDB,ADRI, ADRG, USGS, DFAD, MSI, SAR, NTM, SPOT, Landsat	ATP early Mar 99 v1.1.9a (4000/400 only); DBGFs only
19^th SOS	v1.1.8	v1.1.8
160^th SOAR(A)		v1.1.8	v1.1.8					CIB, DTED, DEM, NTM, USGS, SPOT, RadarSat, hand-held	PARIS Facility
TAC-D		v1.1.9a (beta)
LMVS Dallas		v1.1.8^C				Yes		NTM, USGS, SPOT, Landsat

Notes.

A Both TS 400 / 4800 systems supported under TS 4000 database format

B Acceptance testing on v1.1.9a ongoing

C For 4000a development purposes

TOPSCENE Program

Software Versions

Configuration Management

System & Software	TOPSCENE 3500	TOPSCENE 4000		TOPSCENE 4800	TOPSCENE 400	Remarks
TOPSCENE Real-time Software	v4.1.1e^A v4.1.2d^B v4.1.2k^C	v2.1.3a^D v2.1.3b	v1.1 (Sep 99 release expected)		v2.1.2	ATP early Feb 99 for v2.1.3b; will also accept Irix v6.5
TOPSCENE Database Software (DBGFs only)	v1.1.8	v1.1.8			v1.1.8	ATP early Mar 99 v1.1.9a (4000/400 only)
TOPSCENE Operating System	Irix v5.3^E	Irix v6.4 Irix 6.5.1^F	Irix v6.5		Irix v6.4	Irix v6.5.1 under ATP due NLT 1Qtr CY99
Remarks	Decision to move to an interface S/W version pending (TBD)	TS 4000 to use Irix v6.5.1			TS 400 to use Irix v6.5.2

Notes.

A U.S. Air Force version

B Navy / Marine Corps version

C When approved, Y2K compliant Navy release

D Both versions support Navy / Marine / SOF systems

E With Y2K patch set included

F Y2K release

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Purpose. This charter establishes the organization and operation of the Database Generation Facility (DBGF) Working Group, which is chaired by Commander, Naval Air Systems Command, Program Manager Air for Aviation Training Systems (PMA 205), Navy Mission Rehearsal Program Manager (PMA 205-4A), and defines the role and responsibilities of the DBGF voting and advisory members.

Mission Statement. The DBGF Working Group’s mission is to provide a forum for the coordination, development, prioritization and enhancement of TOPSCENE database production capabilities at the various TOPSCENE database generation facilities, and to maximize the utility and reuse of TOPSCENE databases across training, modeling and simulation (M&S), and C4I systems where applicable. The objective is to effectively and efficiently support the database production requirements of our TOPSCENE primary customers.

Primary Customers. Primary customers for TOPSCENE database utilization are represented within the following Service / Joint / DoD / National command / echelon listing (Attachment (1) lists specific customers).

à U.S. Navy

* Strike Aviation (Fighter Wings, Strike Fighter Wings, Electronic Attack

Wing, and Carrier Air Wings)

* Aircraft Carriers / Aircraft Carriers (Nuclear) (CV/N)

* Amphibious Assault Ships General / Multi-Purpose (LHA / LHD)

* Naval Air Forces

* Numbered Fleets

* Battle Groups

* Amphibious Ready Groups

* Navy Special Warfare Commands

à U.S. Marine Corps

* Strike Aviation (Fighter / Attack)

* Rotary Wing Aviation

* Marine Aircraft Wings (MAW)

* Marine Air Groups (MAG)

* Marine Expeditionary Units

* Marine Medium Helicopter Squadrons (HMM)

* Marine Reconnaissance

* Ground Combat & Service Support Elements

à U.S. Air Force

* Strike Aviation (Fighter Wings, Bomber Wings, Composite Wings)

* Precision Guided Munitions (PGM) Programs

* Air Force Special Forces Groups

à U.S. Army

* Rotary Wing Aviation

* Divisions

* Corps

* Army Special Forces Groups

* Army Ground Intelligence elements

à Joint / Unified Commanders

à DoD / National Agencies

à Service Training Centers of Excellence (Navy and Marine Corps)

à Designated Night Laboratories (Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force)

Membership. Database Generation Facility (DBGF) Working Group membership will be composed of following:

a. Chairman. Chairman, TOPSCENE Database Generation Facility (DBGF)

Working Group is NAVAIR PMA 205-4 (or appointed representative).

b. Voting Members. Voting members shall consist of the Chairman (as the tie-

break vote when required) and a representative from each TOPSCENE Database Generation Facility (DBGF); e.g., NSAWC, Fallon, NV (Navy / Marine / adhoc); TAC-D, Washington Navy Yard, D.C. (Army / Navy / Marine / National); 19^th SOS, Hurlburt Field, FL (AFSOC / USAF PGM / SFGs); and 160^th SOAR(A), Fort Campbell, KY (Army SOF / SFGs / AFSOC / Warfighting CinCs).

c. Advisory Members. Advisory members will represent the concerns and requirements of the primary customers and will, at minimum, consist of representatives from the following commands / organizations:

à U.S. Navy (as designated)

* CNO N889

* NAVAIR (AIR 4.5M, PMA233, PMA248, PMA281)

* COMSPAWARSYSCOM (PD-13, PMW-131, D808)

* NAWC TSD

à U.S. Marine Corps (as designated)

* Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps (APW 71)

* MAWTS-1 (WTI)

à U.S. Army (as designated)

* Headquarters, U.S. Army Special Operations Command

* I / III / V / 18^th Airborne Corps

* 8^th Army

* 2^nd Infantry Division, Korea

* 4^th Infantry Division

* 82^nd Infantry Division (Airborne)

à U.S. Air Force (as designated)

* TOPSCENE Program Manager (Precision Strike SPO / PGM Programs)

* Headquarters, U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command

à SOCOM

à Night Laboratory Representatives

à Navy Mission Rehearsal Contractor Team (as designated)

Roles and Responsibilities. The DBGF Working Group will meet semi-annually to facilitate the coordination, development, prioritization and enhancement of the database production capabilities at the various TOPSCENE database production sites. Additional ad hoc meetings may be called to discuss emergent database issues of immediate importance to the TOPSCENE program and primary consumers. In addition, the DBGF Working Group will also consider compatibility and interoperability issues across DoD training, M&S and C4I systems in order to maximize the utility and reuse of TOPSCENE database products.

à Chairman, DBGF Working Group shall:

* Schedule meetings at least semi-annually;

* Facilitate and chair DBGF Working Group meetings;

* Publish agenda at least one week prior to scheduled meetings;

* Publish minutes of meeting and track action items;

* Forward specific DBGF recommendations to the TOPSCENE

Operations Advisory Group (OAG) for consideration / action; and

* Vote as the tie-breaker where votes among the DBGFs result in a tie.

à Voting Members shall:

* Meet semi-annually or at the request of the Chairman;

* Identify and prioritize tasks to be considered by the DBGFs;

* Monitor new technologies and procedures that will offer efficiencies in

TOPSCENE database generation;

* Seek consensus on all DBGF Working Group findings and

recommendations;

* Forward to the Chairman all findings and recommendations; and

* Provide timely support to primary customer tasks and requirements.

à Advisory Members shall:

* Represent their respective organizations at DBGF fora;

* Inform DBGF Working Group participants of all current and anticipated

database production requirements; and

* Advise DBGF members of customer satisfaction with products, service

and production efforts provided by the TOPSCENE program.

Voting. Should voting be required to resolve an issue, a simple majority to the total voting membership shall be required to carry a vote, resolution or recommendation. Voting member representatives MUST have authority to represent their organizations and to make decisions on the behalf of their Command and primary customers they support. In the event of a tie among DBGF voting members, the Chairman will cast the tie-breaking vote to resolve the issue of record.

Statement of Agreement. By signing this charter, each DBGF Working Group voting member agrees to be bound by the terms of this charter. This charter shall remain in effect until the charter is dissolved by a majority vote of the voting members.

Changes. All changes and / or additions to this charter must be approved by a vote of the voting members. It will be the determination of the majority whether the scope of the changes requires that the Principals re-sign the charter.

Signatures. Where possible, signatories of this charter will consist of senior military or government civilian personnel (O-6 / GM-15 equivalent) to effect agreement among all key DBGF and NAVAIR Program Office entities. (Signature sheet attached).

Signatures.

Naval Air Systems Command,

Program Manager Air for Aviation Training Systems (PMA 205-4)

______________________________________

(signature & date)

Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center (NSAWC)

TOPSCENE Database Generation Facility

______________________________________

(signature & date)

National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC)

Training and Contingency Division (TAC-D)

TOPSCENE Database Generation Facility

______________________________________

(signature & date)

19^th Special Operations Squadron

TOPSCENE Database Generation Facility

______________________________________

(signature & date)

160^th Special Operations Aviation Regiment

TOPSCENE Database Generation Facility

______________________________________

(signature & date)

Primary Customers of the

Navy Mission Rehearsal Program:

Tactical Operational Scene (TOPSCENE)

U.S. Navy

Naval Air Forces Atlantic / Pacific

Battle Groups

(USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN BG, USS CARL VINSON BG, USS

DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER BG, USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT BG,

USS JOHN F. KENNEDY BG, USS STENNIS BG, USS GEORGE

WASHINGTON BG, USS NIMITZ BG, USS ENTERPRISE BG, USS

CONSTELLATION BG, USS KITTY HAWK BG)

Amphibious Ready Groups

(USS BOXER ARG, USS KEARSARGE ARG, USS PELELIU ARG,

USS ESSEX ARG)

Naval Special Warfare Group ONE

Air Combat Environment Test & Evaluation Facility (ACETEF), NAS Patuxent

River, MD

Manned Flight Simulator, NAS Patuxent River, MD

Naval Air Warfare Center, Training Systems Division, Orlando, FL

U.S. Marine Corps

MAG-11, MCAS Miramar, CA

MAG-12, MCAS Iwakuni, Japan

MAG-31, MCAS Beaufort, SC

MAG-36, MCAS Futenma, Okinawa, JA

MAG-39, MCB Pendleton, CA

HMM-163, USS ESSEX

HMM-264, MCAS New River, NC

HMM-266, MCAS New River, NC

HMM-364, USS BOXER

Attachment (1)

U.S. Air Force

19^th Special Operations Squadron, Hurlburt Field, FL

ASC OL/WM Eglin AFB, FL (Precision Strike SPO/ PGM Programs)

Aerospace Integration Center, Nellis AFB, NV (Red Flag)

Barksdale AFB, LA

Elmendorf AFB, AK

Lakenheath AB, United Kingdom

Mountain Home AFB, ID

Seymour-Johnson AFB, NC

U.S. Army

160^th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), Fort Campbell, KY

101^st Airborne Division, Fort Campbell, KY

75^th Ranger Regiment, Fort Benning, GA

HHC, 2^nd Infantry Division, Camp Red Cloud, Korea

4^th Infantry Division, Ft. Hood, TX

1^st Cavalry Division, Korea

82nd Infantry Division (Airborne), Ft. Bragg, NC

National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC), Charlottesville, VA

Training and Contingency Division (TAC-D), Washington, DC

Joint / Unified Commander

U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL

* Special Operations Forces Planning, Rehearsal and Execution

Preparation (SOFPREP)

* Mission Planning, Analysis, Rehearsal and Execution (MPARE)

U.S. Army Special Operations Command

U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command, Hurlburt Field, FL

Joint Warfare Analysis Center, Dahlgren, VA

Joint Mission Planning Office

Attachment (1)

DoD / National Agencies

National Imagery and Mapping Agency (NIMA)

Center for Executive Protection

Training Centers of Excellence (Navy / Marine Corps)

Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center (NSAWC), NAS Fallon, NV

Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron ONE (MAWTS-1),

Weapons and Training Instructor (WTI) Course, MCAS Yuma, AZ

Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN), NAS Fallon, NV

Strike Weapons and Tactics School, Atlantic (SWATSLANT), NAS Oceana, VA

Designated Night Laboratories (Navy / Marine Corps / Air Force)

1^st MAW Aviation Support Element, MCAS Kaneohe, HI

Air Force Research Lab (AFRL/HEA), Armstrong Laboratory, Mesa, AZ

SWATSLANT, NAS Oceana, VA

MAWTS-1, Yuma, AZ

MAG-39, MCB Camp Pendleton, CA

Attachment (1)