And fabricate both a prototype suction service and infusion device that will utilized a mechanical roller pump powered with alternative mechanisms. the lighweight and portable suction device will be expected to provide controlled suction over a wide range of vacuum (10 to 100 cm water) for various… More

It is proposed to develop a prototype helicoper designed to prevent nvg "whiteout" or impair normal night vision.

The objective of this program is to develop and test a computer controlled, multileaf collimator system for enhancement of conformation radiotherapy. during the phase i effort, japanese designs and progress in this field will be evaluated. conceptual prototype models of a single-leaf, lead… More

It is proposed to conduct the necessary research to support the design and development of a prototype medical system that will permit the constitution and sterilization of fluids in space and their intravenous (iv) administration with a portable, self-contained, self-regulating, and spring-powered… More

It is proposed to investigate the application of an innovative method for spacecraft thermal energy management as well as enhanced heat transfer and storage in electronic systems using a two-component slurry containing a microencapsulated, phase-change material (pcm). a demonstration model of a… More

In response to the sbir solicitation from the national institute on aging, it is herein proposed to design and develop a satisfactory mobile system to safely restrain and prevent a potentially dangerous fall to an aged or handicapped individual. it is anticipated that such a development could extend… More

Localized hyperthermia for treatment of deep-seated tumors is an important area requiring further investigation. the development of a unique interstitial system is proposed that will permit application of localized rf hyperthermia via the fiberbronchoscope for the specific treatment of specific lung… More

The development of telephone augmentative devices for the speech- and hearing-impaired is recognized as an important area for investigation. specifically, the development of a pocket-sized aid that is simple enough for children and appropriately inexpensive for lower-income individuals is seen as… More

A phase i program is proposed to investigate and develop an innovative clothing material having an enhanced thermal energy storage capability. present fabrics that utilize multiple layers of passive insulation or active electrical heating are restricted by excessive bulk and impaired dexterity or… More

A two-component heat transfer fluid which consists of capsules of microencapsulated phase-change material (pcm) suspended in water is to be developed for application to closed system liquid-coupled heat exchange within a space suit (emu). the two-component fluid (slurry) will consist of… More

Falls among the elderly pose a growing problem in geriatricscare and research in that actual falls are hard to predict,detect, instrument, and document in such a large and diversepopulation. a new an innovative video-based system is proposed that would facilitate a standardized methodology for the… More

The robotic vision required for telerobotic capture and manipulation tasks is a critical technology for space shuttle/space station operations. teleoperations performed by astronauts require complex supporting subsystems and are time consuming. the space station assembly process creates requirements… More

This phase i program will determine the technical feasibility of developing a simple, low-cost, protective series of garments that could give a new measure of effective protection to the elderly by providing strategic points of potentially injurious impact, such as the hip, knee, and head, with a… More

A phase i program is proposed to investigate the technical feasibility of fabricating an insulation material with enhanced thermal properties for improved thermal comfort of astronaut hands during extra-vehicular activity (eva) in space. a novel approach is proposed which involves incorporating… More

A phase i program is proposed to investigate the technical feasibility for development of an effective means of vibration isolation of the treadmill exercise machine to be used in the space station. this equipment is necessary to provide the required exercise needed to avoid or minimize calcium loss… More

This phase i effort will investigate the technical feasibility of developing innovative, improved methods of: encapsulating life rafts to prevent damage during stowage and transport; providing a completelyreliable inflation system for inflatables; and incorporating modern materials advances in the… More

This project will develop a bar-code-labeling system for use by the national cancer institute (nci) to identify and track large numbers of biological specimens in standard storage tubes under ambient conditions that may vary from 37 degrees centigrade water baths to -196 degrees centigradeliquid… More

Falls among the elderly pose a growing problem in geriatricscare and research in that actual falls are hard to predict, detect, instrument, and document among such a large and diverse population. a new and innovative patient-worn dosimeter is planned for development that would facilitate… More

Phase i research will determine the technical feasibility for development of a protective garment system that could provide a new measure of protection for the elderly by sensing a fall in sufficient time to inflate strategically placed airbags and cushion the body against injurious impact. based… More

An novel investigation is proposed for the potential improvement of the army's combat vehicle unity periscope. the new design could be better described as "all angle" instead of a wide angle; however, this proposal uses wide angle in the sense of eventually being able to see 180, 270, or 360 degrees… More

Advances in video imaging technology in the medical scienceshave led to the widespread use of computed tomography (ct) scanners, magnetic resonance (mr) imaging, ultrasound imaging, and chest radiography. however, similar broad-based progress in video imaging technology for optical microscopy has… More

The proposed phase i effort would evaluate the feasibility of developing a novel fiberoptic vision system for large motor vehicles. a new, better means of side and rear visionis needed for heavy trucks and buses. the drivers of these vehicles have difficulty seeing other vehicles in traffic lanes to… More

The phase i program will determine the technical feasibilityand necessary requirements to develop a ceiling-mounted, battery-powered, mobile patient life-support and falls-intervention system. this active system will preservethe inherent safety features of the passive fall-safe falls-intervention… More

A phase i program is proposed to develop a front caster stabilizing device that, when installed onto a common wheelchair to veer downhill when traversing a slope was identified in a national report on technology for the handicapped as a significant problem for wheelchair mobility. combating this… More

A phase i program is proposed to demonstrate the feasibility, design, fabricate, and test an advanced electrorheological (er) damper that uses a unique fluid consisting of microencapsulated phase change materials (micropcms) within a dielectric liquid. two earlier sbir programs for nasa and sdio… More

In phase i, we will investigate the use of trdc's passive air bag materials to construct a lightweight, low-cost "air helmet" for equestrians and bicyclists. a previous sbir phase i effort with aoa demonstrated that this novel passive air bag technology could be developed into thin, light cushioning… More

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A phase i program is proposed to investigate the potential for development of new cutting/lubricating fluid slurries that would have significantly higher thermal capacities thanthose currently available and would have potential application to high-speed machining. significant results have been… More

The phase i program will develop an innovative teaching model for training surgeons in microvascular anastomosis techniques. practitioners of microsurgery must be able to join together these vessels of approximately 1 mm in diameter. great skill is necessary to repair these small vessels during… More

]the purpose of this phase i effort will be to develop and test in prototype an innovative face mask to fit the hybrid iii manikin heads. the mask will be designed specifically to be suitable for measuring facial laceration potential during various trauma research efforts. this mask will be… More

This project will investigate the feasibility of constructing a unique air-mattress system for the preventionof decubitiand the enhancement of circulation. this active,mutable mattress will be constructed of small air cells, each of which will be microprocessor controlled and programmable by the end… More

Difficulties in programming autonomous robots continue to impede widespread applicatio of automation. high level programming capability that permits the user to think in terms of the complete task as opposed to the individual movements required of the robot does not yet exist. in response to this… More

This Phase I program will investigate the potential for paraffinic phase change materials (PCMs) to provide a light, passive, and non-burdensome body undergarment theraal manageaent system for the USMC. Based on Biaterials and technologies developed under eight previous SBIE prograBis for NASA,… More

Addition to the hand held computer, the diacare program willalso include a microcomputer based physician base station. this system will allow the physician to download data from the hand held computer as well as change prescriptions for diet and insulin. with the addition of a modem system this… More

This Phase I effort will investigate the feasibility of using microencapsulated phase change materials (microPCMs) together with diamond film heat spreaders to address the special heat-removal needs of high-power microelectronic packages. Previous research at Triangle Research and Development… More

This Phase I program would examine the feasibility of developing aircraft seat cushions that can help crews of the AH-1W to survive crashes. The effort will focus on adapting novel hydraulic air cushioning structures (HACS) to absorb the impact energy of a crash. These HACS structures, which are… More

This Phase I program will explore the potential for a unique new paraffinic phase change material (PCM) to provide a lightweight, passive portable environmental control system (PECS). This program will also introduce the new concept of PCM self-regeneration within microcapsules attached to or… More

The proposed work will investigate ethe feasibility of using a robotic device to automate loading and off-loading munitions from the FARV-A. The objective of the effort is to evaluate the utility of a teach-by-showing technique for this application that learns from the methods and strategies of a… More

This Phase I program will explore the potential for a unique new paraffinic phase change material (PCM) to provide a lightweight, passive portable environmental control system (PECS). This program will also introduce the new concept of PCM self-regeneration within microcapsules attached to or… More

This program would further investigate the use of microencapsulated water and PCM materials to regulate the phyllosphere microclimate on plants for mycoherbicides (biological herbicides). The targeted mycoherbicide will be Colletotrichum malvarum on prickly sida (Sida spinosa). Phase I results… More

This SOCOM Phase I effort will use a unique combination of new materials to construct a superior and lightweight body armor. The research team brings together innovative technologies and products being developed by three experienced small business: fabric woven from SPECTRA fiber with a Neoprene… More

Not Available This program would further investigate the use of microencapsulated water and PCM materials to regulate the phyllosphere microclimate on plants for mycoherbicides (biological herbicides). The targeted mycoherbicide will be Colletotrichum malvarum on prickly sida (Sida spinosa). Phase I… More