Thomas Montgomery

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Thomas Montgomery is a leading figure in autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) technology and synthetic aperture sonar (SAS), with a career focused on advancing high-resolution seafloor imaging and automatic target recognition. His most cited work, "12.75" Synthetic Aperture Sonar (SAS), High Resolution and Automatic Target Recognition" (2006), documents the development of the SAS12 payload under the Autonomous Operations Future Naval Capability program. This system, integrated into a compact AUV built by Bluefin Robotics, represents a critical step toward lightweight, deployable unmanned undersea vehicles aligned with the U.S. Navy’s UUV master plan. Montgomery’s contributions directly enabled high-resolution sonar imaging from small platforms, bridging the gap between operational constraints and sensor performance. With 12 citations, this paper has influenced subsequent designs in defense and commercial underwater sensing. His work underscores the practical engineering challenges of fielding SAS on size-constrained vehicles, cementing his role in the evolution of autonomous maritime reconnaissance. For students and researchers, Montgomery exemplifies how targeted system integration can transform naval capabilities.

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   12.75" Synthetic Aperture Sonar (SAS), High Resolution and Automatic Target Recognition

   12 citations · 2006

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