CfI: Counter UAS Demonstrations in Prison Environments

List the types of drones and their command control link that your proposed solution will be capable of detecting, tracking and where possible, identifying. You must state the countermeasure which can be deployed, if applicable to your proposed solution. Your answer can be up to 150 words long.

Will your project involve any trials with animals or animal testing? You must select one option: Yes No We will only support innovation projects conducted to the highest standards of animal welfare. Further information for proposals involving animal testing is available at the UKRI Good Research Hub and NC3R’s animal welfare guidance .

Will you have the correct permits and licences in place to carry out your project? We are unable to fund projects which do not have the correct permits or licences in place by your project start date. You must select one option: Yes No In the process of being applied for Not applicable

Does your proposed work involve any international collaboration or engagement? You must provide details of any expected international collaboration or engagement. You must include a list of the names and the countries, any international project co-leads, project partners, visiting researchers, or other collaborators are based in. You must also include details of any subcontractors or service providers. If your proposed work does not involve international collaboration or engagement, your answer must confirm this. Your answer can be up to 100 words long.

You must indicate whether an export control license is required for this project under the academic export control guidance . You must select one option: Yes No

You must explain if your proposed project work relates to UKRI’s Trusted Research and Innovation (TR&I) Principles , including: a list of any dual use (both military and non-military) applications to your research a list of the areas where your project is relevant to one or more of the 17 areas of the UK National Security and Investment (NSI) Act whether an export control license is required for this project under the academic export control guidance and the status of any applications a list of any items or substances on the UK Strategic Export Control List If your proposed work does not relat

How does the project meet the challenge described in the competition scope? Provide a description of your proposed idea or technology. Include a description of the current state of development or readiness of the idea. You can submit a single appendix as a PDF containing images and diagrams to support your answer. It must be a PDF no larger than 10MB. It can be up to two A4 pages and must be legible at 100% zoom. This question will be scored against this assessment criterion: ‘How well does the proposal meet the challenge?’. Your answer can be up to 400 words long.

What are the main technical challenges you are addressing? Explain: how you will address the challenge what the innovation is the main technical deliverables the research and development that will prove the scientific, environmental and commercial merit of the project what might be achieved by deploying the innovation to address the selected challenge This question will be scored against this assessment criterion: ‘How valid is the technical approach?’. Your answer can be up to 400 words long.

Are similar products currently available in the market? How is your proposed project differentiated from them? You must include details of: any existing intellectual property (IP) its significance to your freedom to operate novel concepts you develop or employ new approaches or technologies you use new tools or technologies You must explain how you would handle any intellectual property (IP) issues which might arise during the project. If you are working with subcontractors (specialist skills only), include details of how you will maintain freedom to operate and fulfil the IP requirements deta

Describe your project plan and identify the main milestones, including: solution development and modification to meet the technical requirements participation in testing and evaluation Provide evidence that the technology works, can be made into a viable product and can achieve the proposed benefits. You must: describe resources that will be needed to deliver the project describe what the main success criteria will be identify the project management processes that will ensure you achieve the milestones provide a clear plan for establishing technical and commercial feasibility describe the main

Who is in the technical team? What expertise do they offer? Provide a brief description of your technical team, including any subcontractors. Describe: how each organisation has the skills, capabilities, and experience to deliver the intended benefits how much of their time will be spent on the project in days This question will be scored against this assessment criterion: Does the applicant have the skills, capabilities and experience to deliver the intended benefits? Your answer can be up to 400 words long.

How much will the project cost? How does it represent value for money for the team and the taxpayer? Describe: the total costs inclusive of VAT (If applicable) you are requesting in terms of the project goals how this project represents value for money for you and the taxpayer Proposed costs stated in this section must match those entered in the finance summary. All costs quoted must reflect actual costs at a fair market value and not include profit. You can submit a single appendix as a spreadsheet in PDF format. It must be a PDF no larger than 10MB. It can be up to two A4 pages and must be l

What is the commercial potential of your project? You must focus on your proposed customer’s needs. Describe your: timescales projects commercial potential for a marketable product, process or service delivery plan expected route to market Describe the competitive advantage that your project has over existing or alternative technologies that meet market needs. Describe any existing commercial relationships relevant to the project. With the focus on your proposed customer’s needs, you can also mention the future commercial potential across the public or private sector and international markets.