Decision Support
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Metron utilizes a variety of approaches including Bayesian optimization, stochastic dynamic programming, reinforcement learning, nonlinear gradient descent, and other advanced AI tools to build decision-support systems that help operators make the best possible decision even in chaotic situations with ambiguous information.
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Metron is a pioneer in advanced decision-aid technologies for system of systems composition and mission planning for the Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security.
Decision Support Capabilities
Bayesian Optimization
Bayesian optimization is a cost-effective method for solving "black box" function-optimization problems in machine learning by strategically choosing a highly informative set of points to sample.
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Metaheuristics
Metron applies advances in artificial intelligence to reduce the computational cost required for searching complex solution spaces.
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Nonlinear Gradient Descent
Metron scientists use nonlinear gradient descent methods to find optimal solutions to complex resource allocation problems and train neural networks.
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Reinforcement Learning
Reinforcement learning uses trial and error feedback to teach machines how to achieve a goal. Metron develops AI systems that teach themselves.
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Stochastic Dynamic Programming
Metron data scientists apply stochastic dynamic programming methods to solve incredibly large and complex planning problems.
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System of Systems
Metron is a pioneer in advanced decision aid technologies for composing systems of systems and mission plans.
Explore System of SystemsOur team has performed some pretty amazing feats over the years. Here are a few that stand out.
Air France 447
On June 1, 2009, Air France Flight 447 disappeared during an overnight flight from Rio to Paris. Metron produced the probability map that guided searchers to the location of the wreckage.
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The Metron-developed SAROPS tool led the Coast Guard to the rescue of a fisherman who had spent almost 12 hours in the water.
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Metron uses search theory to help the Canadian exploration company, Aurania, search for the lost 16th Century gold cities of Logroño de los Caballeros and Sevilla del Oro in the Ecuadorian jungle
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Metron Careers
Decision Support Career Opportunities
Metron hires research scientists with experience developing novel approaches that advance the state of the art in mathematics and artificial intelligence. Our scientists work alongside subject matter experts applying these innovations to new problem domains.
Metron Analytics in the News
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Air France Flight 447 Wreckage Found Using Modern Oceanography Technology
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Aurania’s Video Series – Metron Probability Update – Part III (Making Sense of our Magnetic Data)
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Aurania’s Video Series – Metron Probability Update – Part IV (Homing in on the Lost Cities)
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Aurania’s Video Series – Metron Probability Update – Part VI (Visualizing a Gold Mine in the 1500’s)