Physically-constrained cyclegan training data generator (PCGAN-tag) to support deep learning-based underwater lidar enhancement

The Department of the Navy Naval Air Systems Command Naval Air Warfare Center awarded a Cooperative Agreement valued at $143,112 to Florida Atlantic University on September 30, 2025, under the Basic and Applied Scientific Research program (CFDA 12.300) to develop a Physically-Constrained CycleGAN Training Data Generator (PCGAN-TAG) to support deep learning-based underwater LIDAR enhancement. This award represents a no-cost extension to the base year, with performance continuing through March 31, 2026, and work performed in Florida. The cooperative agreement funds the development of machine learning training data generation capabilities tailored to constrained underwater sensor environments, enabling algorithmic advancement in autonomous underwater vehicle perception and target detection systems. Florida Atlantic University, a public research institution and Hispanic-Serving Institution headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, serves as the prime recipient.