Improving the Engineering Reconnaissance Reporting Process Through the Use of Digital Imagery and Handheld Computers

摘要

This thesis explores an automated solution to improve the Engineer Reconnaissance Reporting Process. It proposes a proof-of-concept to enhance and improve the digital portion of the reporting process. This thesis defines the current process identifying its capabilities, limitations, and deficiencies. It identifies a prototype suite of equipment to perform the automation. The prototype capitalizes on the inherent capabilities on the reporting process and minimizes the deficiencies. This thesis investigates emergent Commercial-off- the-Shelf components to locate those devices that satisfy the requirements and take full advantage of current technological advances. It evaluates each component against a criteria of minimum requirements and selects the most compatable device. This thesis performs an actual implementation of the prototype testing its performance against a fictional scenario. It provides a step-by-step description and graphic representation of the implementation. This thesis analyzes and summarizes the data generated during the implementation and provides recommendations. Results of this analysis suggest implementation of the prototype is feasible and that it satisfies the imagery portion of the Engineer Reconnaissance Reporting Process.