Counter-Terrorism

International terrorism threatens the U.S., its allies and interests, and the world community. Defeating the terrorist enemy requires technologies that can deter and counteract potential attacks.

SRI provides government and civilian agencies with advanced technologies, facilities, and programs to increase physical and cyber security. Solutions include

  • Explosives test site that has been essential for developing methods to neutralize Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and other terrorist threats.

  • The Cyber Security Research and Development Center, supported by SRI for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

  • Medical countermeasures to prevent, diagnose, and treat conditions caused by potential and existing chemical agents of terrorism

  • VerifIR™ standoff camera system, which enables users to detect and characterize concealed threats

Projects

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Pedestrian Detection from Moving Unmanned Ground Vehicles

SRI’s vision-based systems enable safe operations of moving unmanned ground vehicles around stationary and moving people in urban or cluttered environments.

Topics: Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Robotics Unmanned Robotics Perception
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Remediating Unexploded Ordnance

SRI has developed a novel approach to safely and efficiently render harmless weapons and ammunition that are no longer needed for military use.

Topics: Counter-Terrorism Explosive Effects + Testing Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense
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Tracking Humans in Crowds

SRI is developing a prototype system to automatically detect and track multiple individuals in a crowd.

Topics: Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism

Products + Solutions

Acadia ILS-6500
Acadia® ILS-6500™ Video Stabilizer and Encoder

The Acadia® ILS-6500™ video stabilizer combines real-time electronic image stabilization with H.264 encoding for improved distribution of quality video.

Topics: Border Security Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance
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BLADE: Secure Defense for Network Browsers

BLADE blocks even unknown, zero-day attacks without interfering in normal browser operations.

Topics: Counter-Terrorism Cyber Security Homeland Security + National Defense
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BotHunter® Malware Infection Diagnosis System

SRI’s BotHunter system takes a unique approach to discerning networked computers that are under control of hackers, or may be spreading malware infections.

Topics: Counter-Terrorism Cyber Security Homeland Security + National Defense
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ConTEXTract™ Video OCR

ConTEXTract™ video OCR technology finds and reads text (such as street signs, name tags, and billboards) in real scenes. Recognition of text within imagery and video requires a more specialized approach than is provided by off-the-shelf OCR software,.

Topics: Advanced Manipulation + Automation Border Security Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance
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DL Micro™ Digital Data Link and Video Processor

The DL Micro™ digital data link and video processor delivers quality video from air and ground sensors. It supports the low size, weight, and power (SWaP) requirements of unmanned defense systems.

Topics: Border Security Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance
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Eureka Malware Analysis Internet Service

SRI and partners have devised Eureka, a free online service to evaluate whether detailed analysis of malware threats is warranted.

Topics: Counter-Terrorism Cyber Security Homeland Security + National Defense
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Highly Predictive Blacklisting

To shield computer networks from cyber-attacks, SRI's HPB software analyzes millions of entries from worldwide volunteers participating in a firewall correlation system, and uses them to analyze attack trends.

Topics: Counter-Terrorism Cyber Security Homeland Security + National Defense
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Integrated Solutions for the Mobile Command Post

SRI offers real-time integrated reconnaissance and surveillance solutions for vehicles. These mobile systems enable situational awareness in rapidly changing environments.

Topics: Border Security Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Imaging Technologies Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance Remote Sensing Sensors
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IOM N-Glance™ Modular System

An easy-to-use, modular identity-verification system for access control. The system allows users to network any number of iris readers to enforce secure access throughout a facility or campus.

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Homeland Security + National Defense Sensors
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IOM PassPort™ Portal System

A convenient, high-throughput iris-recognition system that delivers uncompromising identity verification without delay. Ideal for high-traffic applications such as airports and border crossings, this walk-through portal has a processing speed of 30 people per minute.

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Maritime + Port Security Sensors

Press Releases

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Demo Day at Quantico to Show Augmented Reality Technology Advancing Real-World Military Training

Augmented reality demo at Quantico to show latest capabilities for military training.

Topics: 3D + Virtual Environments Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Training Systems
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Aurora and SRI International Sarnoff Integrate On-Board Video Processing into Skate SUAS

Aurora Flight Sciences and SRI International Sarnoff today announced the integration of the SRI Sarnoff DL Micro™ digital data link and video processor into the Aurora Skate® Small Unmanned Aerial System (SUAS). This pairing maximizes the real-time delivery of quality video from the SUAS.

Topics: Border Security Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance
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Iris on the Move® N-Glance™ Identification System Secures Access to EGL USA Gemological Laboratory

SRI International Sarnoff's Iris on the Move® (IOM) N-Glance™ identification system is now protecting access to EGL USA's New York laboratory by confirming the identity of authorized employees as they enter.

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense
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Iris on the Move® N-Glance™ Identification System Secures Access to the Auburn University Athletic Facility

SRI International Sarnoff’s Iris on the Move® (IOM) N-Glance™ identification system is now protecting access to the Auburn University athletic facility.

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Sensors
IOM RapID-Cam II, a handheld, biometric camera system.
Iris on the Move® RapID-Cam II Wins Security Industry Association New Product Showcase Award at ISC West

SRI Sarnoff’s Iris on the Move (IOM) RapID-Cam II was named Best in Biometrics, Identification and Credentialing by the Security Industry Association (SIA) New Product Showcase (NPS) at ISC West 2012.

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense
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SRI International Sarnoff Miniature Digital Data Link Delivers Improved Video from Unmanned Systems

A new digital data link and video processor from SRI Sarnoff enhances the quality of video images transmitted from unmanned aerial and ground vehicles. The DL Micro™ ultra-compact module increases image compression efficiency to improve the clarity and usefulness of video from moving vehicles.

Topics: Border Security Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense
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SRI International Sarnoff to Launch Acadia ILS-6500™ Video Stabilizer and Encoder at ASIS 2012

SRI Sarnoff will introduce its Acadia® ILS-6500™ video stabilizer and encoder at ASIS 2012. SRI Sarnoff’s Acadia ILS-6500 combines real-time electronic image stabilization with H.264 encoding for improved distribution of quality video.

Topics: Border Security Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance
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SRI Sarnoff Awarded U.S. Army Contract to Streamline Force Protection System Delivery Orders

SRI International Sarnoff is one of the winners of a multiple-award Force Protection Systems contract from the U.S. Army Research Development and Engineering Command (RDECOM) Natick Contracting Division.

Topics: 3D + Virtual Environments Border Security Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance
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SRI Sarnoff Introduces Portable Iris on the Move® Camera System for Identity Enrollment and Authentication

SRI Sarnoff has introduced the Iris on the Move (IOM) RapID-Cam II, a handheld, biometric enrollment and identity verification camera system.

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Sensors
SRI Sarnoff Video Stabilizers Now Bring Clear, Actionable Video to Challenging Environments

To combat imagery challenges of inclement weather, unstable vehicle motion, and long-range viewing in remote installations, SRI Sarnoff has introduced the Acadia® ILS-6000™ hardware series of video stabilizers.

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Imaging Technologies Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance Maritime + Port Security

SRI In the News

ASIS 2012: HGH Systems Offers Unique 360-Degree Surveillance Capability

This article reports that “HGH Infrared Systems was pleased to tell attendees at ASIS 2012 in Philadelphia that its 360-degree IR Revolution 360 system has been integrated into SRI Sarnoff’s mobile surveillance solution”

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance
Augmented Reality

This article reports that SRI International Sarnoff is working with the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory (MCWL) to further develop virtual reality technology for military training.

Topics: 3D + Virtual Environments Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Training Systems
Augmented Reality: Where the Real and Virtual Worlds Meet

This article about augmented reality (AR) reports that “In the defense arena, augmented reality has been used to train warfighters, provide them with timely information during battles, and help them maintain and repair equipment while deployed,” said Rakesh Kumar and Supun Samarasekera

Topics: 3D + Virtual Environments Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Training Systems
Boosting Biometrics

"SRI International, which makes the Iris on the Move family of biometric identification systems, is building a prototype for the Army Research Laboratory that will provide an “off-axis” capability, or the ability to recognize someone with just a partial shot of the person’s iris"

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Homeland Security + National Defense
DARPA Funds Surveillance Robot Project

This article reports that SRI is researching technology for a smart camera that could replace Army soldiers.

Topics: Counter-Terrorism Force Protection
DL Micro Digital Data Link and Video Processor - AUVSI Unmanned Systems 2012

This video interview with Mike Melle, product director at SRI International, was taken at the recent AUVSI Unmanned Systems tradeshow in Las Vegas, NV, and showcases SRI Sarnoff’s new DL Micro digital data link and video processor.

Topics: Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance
Here's Looking at You: Iris Recognition on the Move

According to this article about SRI's Iris on the Move product line, technologists say the fundamental process of using standoff iris scanners and advanced computer processing to identify individuals moving in crowds is within reach.

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Force Protection
Our Web Videos Reveal More Than We Realize, and Perhaps More Than We Want

This article reports that there is now technology to find and track objects in a video. “For some classes of objects, like faces, people—to some extent vehicles—the capabilities are mature,” says SRI’s Harpreet Sawhney, technical director of vision and learning systems.

Topics: Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism
Robot Vehicles Invade Las Vegas

According to this blog post highlighting technology from AUVSI 2012, “SRI International demonstrated a digital image stabilization system that was attached to a quadrotor. The video was rock solid when stabilization was on.”

Topics: Border Security Computer Vision Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance

Events

Airport Exchange
Airport Exchange 2012

SRI will be demonstrating its family of easy-to-use, indoor/outdoor biometric identification solutions. These products enable fast, accurate identity verification for access control—allowing aviation authorities to accelerate screening processes while increasing overall safety.

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Homeland Security + National Defense
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Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) 2012

SRI will demonstrate end-to-end video processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions for unmanned air and ground vehicles.

Topics: 3D + Virtual Environments Border Security Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance
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Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting & Exposition

Showcasing end-to-end solutions for force protection. SRI is demonstrating field-proven products for real-time vision processing, video exploitation, and identity verification.

Topics: Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance Training Systems
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Biometrics Conference and Exhibition 2012 (UK)

SRI will be demonstrating its family of easy-to-use, indoor/outdoor biometric identification solutions. These products enable fast, accurate identity verification for access control—delivering unprecedented security without compromising throughput or ease of use.

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Homeland Security + National Defense
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Intersec 2013

SRI Sarnoff will demonstrate its field-proven biometric and image processing solutions that deliver exceptional security without compromising ease of use.

Topics: Border Security Counter-Terrorism Force Protection Homeland Security + National Defense Intelligence, Surveillance + Reconnaissance Sensors
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