We present research with regard to a world modeling component called Object-Oriented World Model (OOWM) in order to perform High-Level Information Management (HLIM) in Joint ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance). The OOWM allows to structure a priori available domain knowledge as well as current information gathered, e.g., according to specific collection and exploitation tasks, in an object-oriented way, i.e., by storing all available information in a structure which explicitly represents state, properties and relations of the relevant objects in the environment. It serves as a central information hub for HLIM components like High-Level Data Fusion (HLDF) modules and, by the employment of a domain model, it allows establishing a common understanding of terms. The OOWM concept supplements the CSD (Coalition Shared Data) concept which is the agreed state-of-the-art approach for interoperable information sharing in Joint ISR. In this publication, a special focus is placed on using current information given in form of formal exploitation reports. Based on this, we also present a new concept called Object-Oriented Reporting (OOR) which corresponds to a version of formal reporting being even more suitable for and closely related to the OOWM approach than current formal exploitation reports already are.

The bone drilling process is characterized with a set of input and output parameters. The first ones define the conditions of the process execution and the second ones determine the outcome. The input parameters feed rate and drill speed have the most importance for the outcome, namely thermal and mechanical damages of the bone tissue. In manual drilling the surgeon controls the input parameters regarding his experience. The control of these parameters and the achievement of their optimal values can be successfully realized only under robotized execution. This work presents basic characteristics of orthopedic drilling robot ODRO as well as a new drill speed control algorithm.

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In complex operational scenarios where multiple nations and forces cooperate, flexible System of Systems (SoS) architectures being customizable to specific operations are needed. Relevant operational processes as defined within Joint ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) and the Intelligence Cycle need to be supported. To maximize efficiency and effectiveness of Joint ISR capabilities, each Joint ISR result needs to answer the corresponding information requirement accurately. Commanders must receive the relevant information in a condensed, well-prepared manner instead of being overflowed with large amounts of (raw) data. Ensuring a common understanding of each exchanged piece of information within the defence coalition is also of utmost importance. Architectures supporting these requirements need to make use of relevant standards and agreements for data/ information management. As reports may be provided by all Joint ISR capabilities, the topic of reporting is of high importance, here. Within the described context, our publication deals with formal reporting which can be defined as organizational process at which relevant information is provided as formal reports, i.e., as documents being structured according to pre-defined (agreed) rules. We present means for ensuring allied interoperability and further (semi-)automatic processability of the information being contained in formal reports by technical means and under consideration of the relevant doctrines and standards. We also address specific means needed to ensure the creation of formal reports of high quality. Finally, we discuss current issues and new requirements on formal reporting which have to be still addressed in the field of Joint ISR.