Danti Help

1. Getting Started with Danti

What is Danti?

Danti is an AI-powered system that translates user questions into searches across multiple data sources including government systems, commercial content, and open-source information. It provides access to imagery, news, social media, and specialized datasets to deliver comprehensive intelligence.

Data Sources Available

Danti connects to a mix of government and commercial data sources:

Government Sources:

• NGA Global AGD imagery
• NASA fire information
• World port information
• Government news feeds
• Global population and climate data

Commercial Sources:

• SAR and electro-optical imagery
• Airborne data (select accounts)
• AIS maritime information (select accounts)
• RF information
• Commercial news and social media

*Note: Dataset access varies by organization. All .gov and .mil users have access to GovPlus and public information.*

2. Basic Search Methods

Main Search Bar

The primary entry point for Danti queries. Simply type your question naturally, as you would search the internet.

Steps:

1. Log into Danti
2. Locate the search bar on the main interface
3. Type your query (e.g., “wildfires”)
4. Click the search button on the right

Location-Based Search

Search for specific places by address or geographic location.

How to use:

1. Enter an address or place name in the search bar
2. Add your specific question about that location
3. The system will focus results on that geographic area

3. Multi-Location Search

Bulk Location Import

Search multiple locations simultaneously using coordinates or address lists.

Steps:

1. Click the multi-location search button
2. Copy and paste location data (lat-long, MGRS grids, addresses)
3. Upload CSV or TSV files with location data
4. Confirm locations on the preview map
5. Enter your search query (e.g., “illegal airstrips”)
6. Configure search parameters

Search Configuration Options

Customize your search with filters and parameters:

Available options:

• Select/deselect subcategories
• Set time ranges for historical research
• Choose imagery preferences (government vs. commercial sources)
• Set imagery parameters (resolution, cloud cover limits)

4. Map-Based Exploration

Explore Mode

Navigate and search directly on an interactive map interface.

How to access:

1. Go to the Explore section
2. Click the map button on the side panel
3. Navigate to any location globally

Drawing Search Areas:

• Polygon tool: Draw custom shapes around areas of interest
• Circle tool: Set a location with radius for circular search areas
• Point tool: search the area around a specific point on the map
• Current view: Search everything in the visible map area

Semantic Layer Application

Add context to your geographic searches with semantic queries.

Example workflow:

1. Draw a polygon around an area (e.g., Gaza Strip)
2. Add question in the search bar that appears next to your polygon: type “airstrikes”
3. System searches for airstrike-related information within that geographic boundary
4. Results include news, social media, and imagery relevant to airstrikes in that location

5. Working with Search Results

Multimodal Results Display

Danti presents results in multiple formats:

Result types:

• Text summaries with source citations
• Related imagery with time/location correlation
• News and social media compilation
• Interactive map overlays

Image Integration

Access high-resolution imagery directly within results.

Features:

• Full-resolution rendering from source APIs (e.g., Maxar Global AGD)
• Time-correlated imagery matching to events
• Direct map integration for geographic context

6. Specialized Analysis Features

Wildfire Analysis

Automated analysis layers for wildfire queries:

Automatic features:

• Fire extent plotting using NASA FIRMS data
• Local population information overlay
• Downwind population center analysis
• Weather information integration
• Points of interest intersection analysis

Layer controls:

• Toggle fire extents on/off
• Show/hide population data
• Filter points of interest
• Remove excess information layers

Maritime Analysis (Select Accounts)

Advanced shipping and port analysis capabilities:

Available features:

• Ship tracking near specific ports
• AIS information integration
• Port activity analysis
• Ship route plotting
• Flag state and vessel type categorization

Workflow:

1. Search “ships near [location]” with date parameters
2. System identifies available analysis models
3. Execute specialized maritime analytics
4. Receive email notification when analysis completes
5. Review detailed results with interactive maps

7. Saving and Managing Searches

Save Search Function

Preserve searches for future reference and collaboration.

How to save:

1. Complete any search
2. Click “Save Search” button
3. Access saved searches from main navigation
4. Organize searches in folders

Recurring Searches

Set up automated searches that run on schedule.

Configuration options:

• Set location and search parameters
• Choose email notification frequency
• Enable data backfilling for historical information
• Configure run times and intervals

Collaboration Features

File uploads: Add PDFs, PowerPoint slides, and other documents to search folders

Sharing controls:

• View-only access
• Edit and add permissions
• Further sharing rights
• Email-based collaboration invitations

8. Advanced Interface Controls

Search Management Tools

Control your search experience with these interface options:

Available tools:

• Search again in current area
• Clear current search
• Upload GeoJSON files for custom search areas
• Toggle information layers quickly
• Advanced filtering controls

Map Layer Management

Customize map display for better analysis:

Layer options:

• Toggle between different data overlays
• Adjust layer opacity and visibility
• Filter by date ranges
• Restrict to specific imagery sources
• Apply advanced filters post-search

9. Getting Help and Support

Built-in Help Resources

Access assistance directly within Danti:

Help options:

• Click Help in top-right corner
• Access help guide and documentation
• View account information and settings

Feedback System

Provide input to improve Danti functionality:

How to give feedback:

1. Click feedback button during any search
2. Enter your name and comments
3. System automatically captures screenshot and search logs
4. Feedback sent directly to engineering team

Support Contact

For additional assistance: [email protected]

10. Search Tips and Best Practices

Effective Query Formulation

• Use natural language as you would with internet searches
• Be specific about locations when relevant
• Combine geographic and semantic elements for better results
• Utilize time parameters for historical research

Data Source Optimization

• Understand which datasets are available to your account type
• Configure imagery parameters before searching to reduce irrelevant results
• Use semantic layers to focus results on specific topics
• Take advantage of automated analysis features for common use cases