Energetic alpha-particles born in the depths of a confined, reacting d-t plasma will strongly influence the behavior of the plasma. it is crucial to monitor the spatial and energy distribution of alpha-particles as they unfold in time. we propose to investigate applying icrf absorption and emission… More

High energy (approximately 1 mev) negative ion-based systems must be developed to extend the practicability of neutral beam injectors to the next generation mfe experimental devices and commercial fusion reactors. this proposed work is to develop a plasma neutralizer cell for negative ion beams. the… More

The expanding utilization of large scale computational models within the magnetic fusion program is placing increasing stress on the program's computational resources. we propose to greatly improve the efficiency with which fusion reactor design and other large computer codes may presently be… More

This proposal is to determine the optimum fiber optic link (fol) design based on the application requirements in an icbm, and to devise ways of increasing the radiation tolerance of this system. our tentative conclusion is that fol system hardness is presently limited by the photodetector and… More

Striations within nuclear plumes can be expected to have very negativeeffects upon communications, because of their enormous size, persistence, and relatively high density. we propose the development of a three-dimensional numerical simulation code to study the effects of finite parallel… More

The objective of this proposed effort is to develop an inexpensive emp protection technique for medical equipment to prevent emp burnout or upset resulting from high altitude nuclear explosions. the basic approach is to use a new jaycor isolation transformer concept to address the major problem of… More

A library of information needs to be assembled in one place which permits analysis of the operational and technology problems associated with accurate damage assessment. in this proposal we describe the technical considerations required for the assembly of the library elements and also a methodology… More

The problem of locating and striking targets in a previously selected area of interest in all weather day or night operation and with an overall footprint coverage limited to mobile target deployment areas has been the achilles' heel of the crt concept since its inception. the key issue is that… More

The objectives of this phase i program are to provide a first order determination of the uncertainties in dew phenomenology, both for electronics and structure, that prevent accurate predictions of strategic ballistic missile system survivability to dew effects and that prevent the development of… More

Pressure sensors which are currently available for mechanical respone measurements of protective structures exposed to severe blast and shock environment have limited bandwidth, are susceptible to emi, and may fail to survive. direct optical pressure measurement combined with fiber optic signal… More

Because internation treaties preclude high-altitude nuclear tests, there is little relevant data from nuclear bursts regarding the size and dynamics of striations in nuclear plumes or even the basic physical conditions which permit the evolution of striations. the understanding of striation behavior… More

Jaycor has performed preliminary ir&d experiments and numerical simulation of the interaction of lasers with solid targets. the results suggest that a certain class of lasers may be useful in simulating at least two important nuclear weapon effects: (1) the scaled electromagnetic response of a… More

This proposal offers to marry two existing devices; a special radiation tolerant silicon photodiode developed for laser gyro applications with a digicon photomultiplier, to create a photodetectorwith unprecidented optical responsivity and insensitivity to background radiation. this will also relax… More

The blind raise tunnel lining requires that high speed automated application of the lining material be made. an important aspect of the tunnel lining process is a reliable inspection and control subsystem that would ensure that the lining satisfy the criteria established. in this proposal, detailed… More

Expand the existing capability to record single pulse, high power microwave (hpm) signals to 100 ghz. ensure that spectral content, power, pulse width, mode and bandwidth may be determined.

Develop, construct, and test electric and magnetic field sensors with a bandwidth 10 khz to 1 ghz.

Tsar and tsarina are complex computermodels that simulate air base operations to determine logistics requirements. the input data sets required to execute the models are large, and the resources required to develop input data sets are substantial. we propose to facilitate the construction and… More

The expanding availability of raw computing power has created a consumer demand for software solutions that utilize this power. as functionality increases so does the complexity of the system specification. we propose to greatly improve the efficiency with which specifications are prepared by means… More

Vhsic contractors have addressed the nuclear hardening issue at the device level. however, to successfully design a high performance missile computer system. the nuclear hardening issue must also be addressed at the circuit/system level. this proposal outlines a program to take a high performance… More

The growning concern in congress and the dod over escalating costs in dod systems has promoted the more extensive use of ices (independent cost estimates) and icas (independent cost analyses). bmo has long been the leader in the use of these estimates for its programs. however, in order to more… More

The objectives of this phase i project are to test the feasibility of heating tumors selectively and noninvasively by enhancing the absorption of electromagnetic energy, and to design an experimental program that will optimize this approach to cancer treatment. the technologies of electro-… More

Contact x-ray microscopy promises unique capabilities that are not possible with alternate microscopies, including in vivo microstructure imaging of live, unstained specimens, and localization and identification of minute concentrationsof chemical elements with a resolution approaching 5 nanometers… More

This proposal is for jaycor to develop an unique microwave-driven volumetric negative hydrogen ion source as conceived by jaycor scientists for the sdio. this source offers the promise of enhanced beam current density and low beam divergence. the enhancement is accomplished under nonequilibrium… More

This proposal addresses the development of a plasma diagnostic technique to measure the internal magnetic field and ion temperature profile in the current generation of magnetic fusion devices. the technique would utilize injection of 50 ma atomic helium beam. the high beam intensity is generated by… More

The alpha particles in a fusion reactor are the source of free energy which sustains the "burning" d-t plasma. the ability of a magnetic confinement device to contain the alpha particles in the plasma determines conditions for ignition. measurements of the time history of the spatial and energy… More

In this proposal jaycor describes an effort to develop a fast running, small node number computer code for the design and modal response analyses for an icbm missile in flight. the code will take into account the high temperature and pressure environments expected with hot missile and slow missile… More

An integrated logistics support concent needs to be developed which will describe how nuclear hardness and survivability information can be properly incorporated into the ils. this proposal describes the technical considerations required to formulate this type of concept. in addition, we have… More

Optical generation of phase-locked, frequency-tunable microwave signals will be demonstrated using a vertical cavity surface emitting laser under external optical injection as the source. Injection of an optical signal into a semiconductor laser modifies the resonant coupling between the carriers… More

It is the objective of this proposal to begin the incremental process of commercializing an innovative antenna measurement technique that uses Infrared (IR) images of a radiated electromagnetic (EM) field to mesure the intensity of the field. It is proposed to extend the present magnatude… More

Enhancement of the modulation bandwidth of a laser diode to beyond 20 GHz can be achieved using external optical injection from a master laser oscillator. Injection of an optical signal into a semiconductor laser modifies the resonant coupling between the carriers and circulating optical field. … More

New computer systems based on a "switched" architecture are emerging commercially and promise to revolutionize multi-processor systems used in real-time applications. JAYCOR and its subcontractor Concurrent Computer Corporation propose to develop a robust high performance-switched architecture… More

The proposed Phase I effort will determine optimal characteristics for a counter-communications radio frequency weapon (RFW). There are three primary elements to the optimization process. One element is the RFW itself, consisting of a power supply, radiation source, and antenna. They must be… More

Owing to the proliferationof chemical and biological weapons by countries not friendly to the US, and attack is an increasing possibility. In the event of an attack the accurate prediction of the dispersal of chemical and biological agents is necessary for minimizing the effects of their release. … More

Optical generation of phase-locked, frequency-tunable microwave signals will be demonstrated using a vertical cavity surface emitting laser under external optical injection as the source. Injection of an optical signal into a semiconductor laser modifies the resonant coupling between the carriers… More

The Phase I objectives are to develop and demonstrate a safety interlock for the Cockpit Air Bag System (CABS) on the UH-60 Black Hawk and AH-64 Apache. Working with the CABS contractor, the Aviation Applied Technology Directorate, and Aircrew Integrated Systems, the Jaycor team will: (1) Evaluate… More

Not Available The goal of this program is to develop a low cost, flexible manufacturing method for the production of Cf reinforced composites to meet the performance objectives of future NASA aerospace propulsion systems. The matrix material selected for demonstration

A high energy density capacitor will be developed utilizing Chemical Vapor Deposited diamond as the dielectric. The energy density of diamond multi-layer stacked or comb structure capacitors can potentially exceed 20 J/g. Even more modest energy densities of 2 J/g significantly exceed the current… More

A great and pervasive need exists for new, innovative concepts for the generation of electric power in earth orbit. All US spacecraft rely on solar cells for their primary power source. The most advanced solar cells under development are at most 40%efficient. A novel technique with higher… More

Micro-vacuum-tube electronics utilizing CVD diamond micro-tip emitters (patented) as the cold cathode, a CVD diamond micro-patterned grid or self aligned gate, and a CVD diamond anode will be developed. Each device will be 3 microns square and will befabricated in an array having 10 million devices… More

Micro-vacuum-tube electronics utilizing CVD diamond micro-tip emitters (patented) as the cold cathode, a CVD diamond micro-patterned grid or self aligned gate, and a CVD diamond anode will be developed. Each device will be 3 microns square and will befabricated in an array having 10 million devices… More

A high energy density capacitor will be developed utilizing Chemical Vapor Deposited diamond as the dielectric. The energy density of diamond multi-layer stacked or comb structure capacitors can potentially exceed 20 J/g. Even more modest energy densities of 2 J/g significantly exceed the current… More

A high energy density capacitor will be developed utilizing Chemical Vapor Deposited diamond as the dielectric. The energy density of diamond multi-layer stacked or comb structure capacitors can potentially exceed 20 J/g. Even more modest energy densities of 2 J/g significantly exceed the current… More