The primary aim of the following tasks is to assist the TA in the development, integration, and testing of the DNN-based DF algorithm and its corresponding hardware components and systems, by performing the following:

6.1 Understand CUBE Blue H7 system

The Cube Blue H7 is a high-performance flight controller used in UAV applications, and its programming and control are typically managed through PX4 or ArduPilot firmware, with tools like QGroundControl or Mission Planner. Using all the needed firmware and tools to 1) establish hardware communication between Cube and computer, and 2) develop MATLAB code to control Cube using the computer.

6.2 Understand DNN-based DF method

Since it is necessary to understand basic DNN-based DF algorithm newly developed in DRDC Ottawa Research Centre, the resource will read DRDC published papers and reports and use the knowledge in later steps.

6.3 MATLAB code development

Develop code that will convert the measured DF data in the array local coordinate system to NED coordinate system and display the DF information on a computer screen.

6.4 Filter the DF data through clustering

In practical measurements—particularly in low signal-to-noise ratio environments— numerous false alarm signals can occur. To identify genuine signals, develop a K-means clustering method combined with frequency-domain information.

6.5 Test above development using lab equipment

Develop scenarios to generate incoming wave for 4-channel receiver DF test using Threat Simulation System with Simulation View, using MATLAB to control scenarios and digitizers on FPGA generate and collect 4-channel RF signals.

6.6 Write a contract report

The report will provide detailed discussions of the code development associated with this task, along with the corresponding test results in 6.5.

7. Language of Work

English.

8. Location of Work

The work must be performed at DRDC:

Defence Research and Development Canada – Ottawa Research Centre

Building 75

3701 Carling Ave,

Ottawa, ON, K1A 0Z4

Number	Additional mandatory criteria	Cross reference to proposal [bidder to insert]
M1	The Bidder must demonstrate that the proposed resource(s) has obtained a university degree in Electrical Engineering or Applied Physics.	bidder to insert
M2	The Bidder must demonstrate that, as of the bid solicitation date, the proposed resource(s) has a combined minimum of 60 months of experience, within the past 120 months,	bidder to insert

	working in the field of radio frequency (RF) and/or microwave systems and/or radar systems.
M3	The Bidder must demonstrate that, as of the bid solicitation date, the proposed resource(s) has more than 12 months of experience, within the past 36 months, working in the area of Radar Electronic Warfare.	bidder to insert
M4	The Bidder must demonstrate that, as of the bid solicitation date, the proposed resource(s) has a combined minimum of 60 months of experience, within the past 120 months, in digital signal processing (DSP) related to radar and/or radar electronic warfare applications.	bidder to insert
M5	The Bidder must demonstrate that, as of the bid solicitation date, the proposed resource(s) has a combined minimum of 36 months of experience, within the past 120 months, implementing DSP algorithms, models, or digital designs on multiple field- programmable gate arrays (FPGAs).	bidder to insert
M6	The Bidder must demonstrate that, as of the bid solicitation date, the proposed resource(s) has at least 12 months of experience, within the past 36 months, working with FPGA in radar electronic warfare applications.	bidder to insert