# Phase 5.1: TAK Server Research - Summary

**OpenTAKServer (OTS) selected as optimal TAK-compatible solution with web interface, COT protocol support, geospatial mapping, and Docker deployment capabilities**

## Performance

- **Duration:** 10 min
- **Started:** 2026-01-01T23:05:51Z
- **Completed:** 2026-01-01T23:15:51Z
- **Tasks:** 1 (research and evaluation)
- **Files modified:** 1 (research report)

## Accomplishments

- Conducted comprehensive web research using DuckDuckGo
- Identified and evaluated three TAK-compatible open-source implementations
- Created detailed comparison matrix of FreeTAKServer, OpenTAKServer, and TAK Product Center Server
- Selected OpenTAKServer as optimal solution based on feature completeness and deployment requirements
- Documented research findings, selection rationale, and implementation plan

## Files Created/Modified

- `.planning/phases/05-tak-research/05-01-RESEARCH.md` - Comprehensive research report with comparison matrix and recommendation

## Decisions Made

- Selected OpenTAKServer (OTS) as primary implementation
- Rationale: Most feature-rich with web UI, video streaming, advanced authentication, and easy Docker deployment
- Alternative considered: FreeTAKServer (strong runner-up with excellent community support)
- Rejected: TAK Product Center Server (lacks web interface, complex deployment, DoD-focused)

## Deviations from Plan

None - plan executed exactly as written

## Issues Encountered

None

## Next Phase Readiness

- Research complete and documented
- OpenTAKServer selected as optimal solution
- Ready to proceed to Phase 6 implementation
- All requirements met: open-source, web interface, COT protocol, geospatial mapping, Docker support

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*Phase: 05-tak-research*
*Completed: 2026-01-01*