We propose to develop an inexpensive and cost-effective general purpose data acquisition and analysis system for theresearch laboratory. the proposed system will be compatiblewith commercially available telemetry equipment. in its initial form it is intended for use in chronobiologic… More

Under this proposed effort, the feasibility of a multichannel fm telemetry system capable of telemetering wide-band physiological data will be studied and alternate designs will be evaluated via the constructiuon of prototypes. the system will include a transmitter capable of telemetering signals… More

We propose to assess the feasibility of an automated means of determining when to inseminate dairy cattle in order to improve reproductive performance. poor reproductive performance is the most costly management problem dairy producers face, and failure to determine the proper time to artificially… More

The feasibility of an implantable telemetry device for the chronic monitoring of blood volumeflow in conscious, unrestrained animals will be studied. The main focus of this effort will be theevaluation of several well-established approaches to monitoring blood flow and their potential… More

Not Available Since PEM fuel cells are much more efficient than motor generators, their use by U.S. Navy ships would greatly improve fuel economy. Use of fuel cells would also allow power to be generated where needed throughout the ship, eliminating the vulnerability of a central electrical… More

The number of patients suffering from congestive heart failure (CHF) in the U.S. is rapidly increasing, and will soon reach 10 million annually. These patients are typically given multiple drugs and often need frequent dose adjustments that rely upon expensive in-hospital monitoring. As is explained… More

DESCRIPTION (Unedited Applicant's Abstract): This proposed Phase I effort will evaluate the feasibility of developing an implantable device for telemetric monitoring of blood flow in palliative shunts in children as small as neonates with congenital heart disease. In these… More