Sensor Support Systems for Asymmetric Threat Countermeasures

In the past, primary focus has been given to novel sensor elements for deployment against urban terrorists and in limited force engagements. The issue explored in this paper is the adequacy of electronic system support for these new sensing elements. For example, ad hoc distributed networks must lie dormant for long periods of time and ldquocome aliverdquo when threats are nearby. This presents a ...