New velocity measurement techniques, which use arf laser induced fluorescence (lif) in co2 and in co formed by the laser, are proposed.the new techniques will combine with other lif techniques, under development by us, which measure density and temperature to form with them an integrated system for… More

Histamine is an important biochemical mediator that causes allergic symptoms. ige molecules have a high affinity for receptors on basophils. the presence of specific allergens will bridge ige bound on basophil and initiate a chain of events leading to histamine release. quantifying… More

We propose to develop a new technique for the measurement of air velocity. the technique will use an arf laser to form co tracers by dissociating atmospheric co(2). the same laser pulse will also be used to interrogate the tracers. we are already developing a laser-induced fluorescence technique for… More

Theoretical chemistry techniques are used to provide fundamental understanding of the molecular requirements for achieving conductive properties in polymer systems and in a later stage to address the requirements for achieving nonlinear optical properties. it is proposed to deduce the conduction… More

The proposed Phase I work will constitute a study of prospective organic dye host materials, fabrication techniques, AR/HR/PR (Anti-Reflection/High Reflection/Partial Reflection) optical coatings (specific to the selected host material), and factors which are relevant to optical pumping with… More

Theoretical chemistry techniques used to provide fundamental understanding of the molecular requirements for achieving conductive and nonlinear optical properties in polymeric materials are implemented in large scale parallel software enabling investigations on realistic models. The algorithms are… More

The problem addressed is through-life, non-destructive monitoring of adhesively bonded structures. The concept presented is to produce a mart material cro-electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS) bond degradation sensors positioned in the adhesive… More

The problem addressed is through-life non-destructive monitoring of adhesivelybonded structures. The concept presented is to produce a

The problem addressed is through-life non-destructive monitoring of adhesivelybonded structures. The concept presented is to produce a

The problem that the proposed device/system addresses is the real time in-cylinder pressure and temperature measurement of internal combustion engines. The concept presented is for a multi-task sensor produced using MEMS technology that fits in thecylinder head adjacent to the gasket with its… More

The problem that the proposed device/system addresses is the real time in-cylinder pressure and temperature measurement of internal combustion engines. The concept presented is for a multi-task sensor produced using MEMS technology that fits in the cylinder head adjacent to the gasket with its… More

Corrosion Health Monitoring Systems (HMS) and Prognostics are key to maintaining the performance and reliability of high value, critical structures. Army seeks to minimize life-cycle costs due to environmental degradation of nonmetallic materials and corrosion of metals for missile and aging… More

An integrated Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) diagnostics/prognostics system will improve the affordability, survivability, and service life of Unmanned Air Vehicles (UAVs) by ensuring the performance and reliability of high value, critical components on-board the UAV. The detection, monitoring… More

Corrosion Health Monitoring Systems (HMS) and Prognostics are key to maintaining the performance and reliability of high value, critical structures. Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Corrosion and Control Plan seeks to minimize life-cycle costs due to environmental degradation of nonmetallic materials and… More

In this project we propose to make a unique and complete data mining system, specifically developed for Structural Health Monitoring (SHM). Even more particular about the system is the way it is aimed at vehicles and other structures that form fleets as they are procured in the Army. In the… More

A three-dimensional diagnostic/prognostic imaging system that is specifically designed for Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) is proposed. Core to the system under development is attention to the data that is produced, and ensuring that it is optimized for the purpose of prognostics. To this aim… More

In this project the aim is to make low cost wireless nods that can be fitted on UAVs to monitoring the condition and wear cycles of the vehicle, both in service and storage. The technology to be used builds on the well-established Analatom Inc. corrosion monitoring sensor and node. This system has… More

The aim of this project is to build a wireless corrosion monitoring system that is specifically designed for the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF). Such systems are key elements in assuring the performance and reliability of the JSF while minimizing lifecycle costs associated with deteriorating nonmetallic… More

In this project, we propose to make a handheld tool that supports the maintenance engineer in evaluating the health of equipment or evaluating the scenarios available form sensor data. The unit will be based on a monitoring node with an additional GUI (Graphical User Interface) and firmware to make… More

The aim of this project is to build a handheld Portable Maintenance Support Tool (PMST) incorporating a Micro Controller Unit providing wireless interface between sensor networks and portable computer data bases for materials management and monitoring. The PMST will further incorporate an open… More

The aim of this project is to demonstrate the feasibility of a fatigue lifetime tracking system for critical components used in rotary aircraft platforms. By incorporating neural network anomaly detection techniques, algorithms will be developed that track specific critical components and their… More

The aim of this project is the development of advanced software modeling tools for data mining, maintenance support, and structural health monitoring prognostics. The project will develop new modeling, optimization tools and algorithm concepts that provide database search and correlations… More

Global War on Terror requires critical need for accessing intelligence information databases for actionable decision processes. To enhance intelligence information based decision making a methodology must be established for storage and retrieval from multiple database systems, and subsequent… More

The aim of this project is to validate a wireless sensor structural health monitoring system that is specifically designed and implemented for the C-130 aircraft, and further suited for the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF). Such systems are key elements in assuring the performance and reliability of the… More

ABSTRACT: The aim of this project is the development of advanced software modeling tools for data mining, maintenance support, and structural health monitoring prognostics. The project will develop new modeling, optimization tools and algorithm concepts that provide database search and… More