Current studies concentrate on global positioning system (gps) as a spacecraft attitude determination tool. two gps antennas receiving the same signal can compare their relative phases to determine the angle between the two antennas and the gps satellite. by computing the angle to three or more… More

Adroit systems, inc. proposes to design a new antenna for a differential gps (dgps) base receiver in phase i, and to prototype and test this antenna in phase ii. this new antenna will incorporate optimum low elevation gain and multipath suppression to allow the tracking of satellites at elevations… More

This research will develop an extensive set of quality metrics for the evaluation of idef model quality, inparticular, and for the evaluation of systems analysis model quality, in general. the research is the continuation of investigations already performed by the principal investigator, mr. william… More

A prototype guidance and control system sensor for directed energy weapons is proposed. this guidance subsystem sensor will use the global positioning system (gps) satellite constellation for both position and attitude determination of the dew. this gps attitude determination system can be can be… More

A 3-dimensional attitude sensor which uses gps carrier phaseinterferometry is proposed for analysis and concept testing in phase i, and prototyping in phase ii. the resulting sensor will be accurate at any latitude. adroit systems proposes to enhance its successful 2-dimensional, static gpsattitude… More

An innovative obstacle detection system based on a rail-guided propeller-driven pod containing a microwave radar sensor is proposed. the sensor pod will travel a few miles ahead of the high speed train or maglev vehicle, detect potential obstacles, and enact an appropriate warning or avoidance… More

Currently, airbreathing propulsion systems which operate in the high subsonic regime are expensive, complex, heavy and use perishable fuels. to overcome these limitations, a novel propulsion concept based on a pulse detonation engine (pde) or a conventional ramjet combustor (crc) coupled with a… More

Adroit Systems, Inc. proposes to develop a hand-held , autonomous Satellite Location and Point System (SLAPS). The system will store communication satellites' ephemeris data to calculate and display visibility windows. SLAPS also will use this data to calculate the azimuth and elevation angle to the… More

ASI proposes developing a novel MultiNetwork Engineering Tool which is innovative in its unique integration of several state-of-the-art technologies with established technologies. The state-of-the-art technologies include unique network data visualization algorithms, a data driven intelligent… More

Avionics flight tests are critical for evaluating weapon systems in operational environments not cost-effectively emulated in flight test. This proposal is for an AATEAS designed to provide the tools necessary to obtain optimal results during avionics testing using established techniques in various… More

Adroit Systems, Inc. will develop a Pulse Detonation Synthesis (PDS) process to manufacture ceramic powders from gas-powder reactant mixtures more efficiently and inexpensively than current methods. A high combustion rate and simple design make the PDS system capable of mass producing these powders,… More

Adroit Systems, Inc. (ASI) is proposing to develop the concept of a geometric vector that is updated by deeply integrated avionics sensor data. Deep integration is a technique of sensor fusion that promises greater performance and robustness than possible with cascaded frameworks. Many of today's… More

Currently, airbreathing propulsion systems which operate in the subsonic to high supersonic regime are expensive, complex and heavy. To overcome these limitations, a novel propulsion concept based on a liquid hydrocarbon-fueled Pulse Detonation Engine (PDE) is proposed. The innovation draws from… More

The topic presented in this proposal has direct application to the development and demonstration of high Mach combined cycle engines. The proposed effort would allow the coupling of a pulse detonation engine (PDE) with a realistic solid fueled gas generator. The specific key technical problems… More

The opportunity addressed in this proposal is an innovative pulse detonation rocket engine (PDRE) which could significantly out-perform current state-of-the-art chemical rocket propulsion systems. The innovation is based in a novel combustion concept developed by Adroit Systems, Inc. (ASI) in the… More

Adroit Systems Inc. (ASI) proposes to develop an innovative concept which reduces the required volume of predetonator mixture in pulse detonation engines (PDEs). The propulsive efficiency of the PDE hinges on the ability to quickly initiate a detonation in a fuel/air mixture. Since most… More

The topic presented in this proposal has direct application to the development of non-lethal devices capable of temporarily incapacitating personnel, controlling crowds, immobilizing small vehicles, and other applications where a controlled amount of acoustic c energy needs to be delivered a a… More

The opportunity addressed in this proposal is a fast-acting cryogenic injection valve for pulse detonation rocket engines (PDREs), which are predicted to significantly out-perform current state-of-the-art chemical deflagrative rocket propulsion systems. The developed valve would allow high mass… More

The opportunity addressed in this proposal is a fast-acting cryogenic injection valve for pulse detonation rocket engines (PDREs), which are predicted to significantly out-perform current state-of-the-art chemical deflagrative rocket propulsion systems. The developed valve would allow high mass… More

51069-98-I Pulse Detonation Combustors (PDCs) for Coal Combustion-Based Power Systems, Inc.--Adroit Systems, Inc., 411-108th Avenue, N.E., Suite 1080, Bellevue, WA 98004-5515; (703) 684-2900 Dr. Thomas R. A. Bussing, Principal Investigator Mr. Russell Scholl, Business Official DOE Grant No.… More

The CDL Standard and associated channelization structure was established over 20 years ago and are not optimized for current networking technologies. As networking technologies are integrated into CDL and new sensors are deployed, the demand for CDL bandwidth is increasing. Specifically, the… More

Adroit Systems Inc. (ASI), in association with Klein Associates Inc., proposes to develop an Intelligent Computer Aided Instruction (ICAI) training system for information operations personnel to maximize mission effectiveness and achieve Information Superiority. Training objectives will focus on… More

The innovation addressed in this proposal is the development of a non-catalytic thruster for an attitude control system that employs an environmentally friendly (¿green¿) monopropellant. The thruster and tailored propellant blends developed during the course of this proposed program would… More

The innovation addressed in this proposal is the development of a non-catalytic thruster for an attitude control system that employs an environmentally friendly (¿green¿) monopropellant. The thruster and tailored propellant blends developed during the course of this proposed program would… More

The intelligence community is hampered in its ability to provide information to a gamut of users. The critical shortfalls are database access, timely data fusion, robust dissemination techniques, and communications bandwidth. This effort will create adynamic and responsive intelligence… More

The intelligence community is hampered in its ability to provide information to a gamut of users. The critical shortfalls are database access, timely data fusion, robust dissemination techniques, and communications bandwidth. This effort will create adynamic and responsive intelligence… More