Alternative Green Technology for Power Generation Using Waste-Heat Energy And Advanced Thermoelectric Materials
Company: Brimrose Technology Corporation Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NASA / STTR / 2012 / 2Abstract: NASA is interested in advancing green technology research for achieving sustainable and environmentally friendly energy sources. Thermo-electric power generation (TEPG) has exceptionally rich potential to fulfill this need. A TEPG module requires (1) material that can provide high figure of merit… more
Ultraviolet Acousto-Optic Devices Using Barium Borate (BBO)
Company: Brimrose Technology Corporation Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / STTR / 2012 / 2Abstract: "In Phase I we introduced a new UV-transparent material, Barium Borate or BBO, as a new acousto-optic (AO) material to replace fused silica for ultraviolet (UV) beam manipulation in trapped-ion based quantum information processors (QIP). We characterized t"
Autonomous On-Board Control of Satellites for Space Superiority
Company: Orbit Logic Incorporated Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ABSTRACT: Future Operationally Responsive Space (ORS) missions will require significant capabilities in onboard and ground-based automation and autonomy, including event detection, planning and scheduling (P & S), and task execution. Onboard P & S is particularly challenging, because of… more
Formaldehyde Profiler Using Laser Induced Fluorescence Technique
Company: Masstech, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NASA / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: Formaldehyde (HCHO) is a key trace species that is of great interest to atmospheric scientists in NASA and other research institutions. In this SBIR project, we proposed to build an airborne atmospheric formaldehyde (HCHO) profiler implementing a Laser Induced Fluorescence (LIF) technique. This… more
Raman Lidar Temperature Profiler
Company: Masstech, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NASA / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: Aircraft wake vortices is especially hazardous during the landing and taking-off phases of flight. It is essential to obtain an accurate atmospheric temperature profile in the lower troposphere for a better prediction and understanding of aircraft wake vortex. In this NASA SBIR project, we propose… more
Aerosol Lidar Velocimeter for Shipboard Rotor Downwash Measurement
Company: Masstech, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: The development of a standoff sensor that can measure 3D components of wind velocity in the downwash of a rotorcraft operating near solid surfaces would enable a better understanding of this complicated flowfield and provide data to validate computational models. The goal of this research is to… more
Fast fragmentation method for characterization of peptides with labile PTMs
Company: Masstech, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Significant increase in the efficiency and speed of electron transfer dissociation (ETD) in tandem mass spectrometry (MS) will have a profound impact on its applications to the entire analytical field of characterization of posttranslational modifications (PTM)… more
Broadband ultrasensitive detector for FTICR mass spectrometers
Company: Masstech, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Increasing efficiency of ion detection in Fourier Transform Mass Spectrometry (FTMS) can have a tremendous impact on its applications in proteomics and entire analytical field. At present, the sensitivity of FTMS instruments is limited by electrical noise of… more
SBIR Phase I: Functionalized Graphene-Based Biosensors
Company: Vorbeck Materials Corp. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NSF / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I project aims to develop specialized materials formulations based on functionalized graphene sheets (FGS) for electrochemical biosensor platforms. While carbon-based electrodes have been applied in a wide range of electrochemical sensor… more
SBIR Phase II: Graphene Conductive Inks for Flexible Printed Electronics
Company: Vorbeck Materials Corp. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NSF / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II project aims to develop high-performance graphene-based conductive inks for printed electronics to meet its stringent cost, flexibility, and conductivity requirements. Components printed with existing conductive inks are challenged by repeated… more
Disruptive fibers and textiles for flexible protection
Company: Vorbeck Materials Corp. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: Disruptive fibers for flexible armor and related applications require high modulus, tenacity, and thermal/environmental stability. In organic fibers, high stiffness arises from high molecular orientation, often coupled with high crystallinity within the polymer chains. On the other hand, the… more
Process Intensification by Integrated Reaction and Distillation for Synthesis of Bio-Renewable Organic Acid Esters
Company: E3tec Service, Llc Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOE / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: Organic acid esters, produced from bio-based organic acids and alcohols, are truly bio-renewable, green chemicals that are promising replacements for halogenated and other petroleum-based solvents, lubricants, and plasticizers. With current uncertainty regarding the future of ethanol and other… more
Low Cost Silicon Carbide Fibers, Tapes, and Architecture for Accident Tolerant Nuclear Fuel Cladding and Components
Company: Ceramic Tubular Products, Llc Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOE / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: Since the Fukushima accident, the DOE, nuclear fuel suppliers, and EPRI, have begun to focus R & amp;D efforts on advanced LWR fuel and components that are more accident tolerant than current zirconium alloys. One area of interest are fuels and components fabricated from ceramic composites that… more
Towards virtual laboratory for optimal patient-specific cardiac resynchronization
Company: CardioSolv Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Heart failure is a major cause of morbidity and mortality, contributing significantly to global health expenditure. Heart failure patients often exhibit contractile dyssynchrony, which diminishes cardiac systolic function. Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT)… more
Innovative Earth Gravity Reformulation and Numerical Integration for Responsive SSA
Company: Omitron, Incorporated Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / STTR / 2012 / 2Abstract: ABSTRACT: Computation of the geopotential acceleration and its partial derivatives per the standard formulation consumes considerable numerical integration time in special perturbations (SP) applications. Recent research by Dr. Beylkin of the University of Colorado (CU) has demonstrated efficient… more
Risk assessment training for methamphetamine lab responders
Company: SIMQUEST , LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Project Summary/Abstract Methamphetamine (meth), the fastest-growing illicit drug in the United States, is manufactured in makeshift laboratories using highly flammable and toxic ingredients. Most meth labs are discovered when fires, explosions, or medical… more
Augmented Reality System to Teach Hemostatic Agent Use in Hemorrhage Control
Company: SIMQUEST , LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Improvements in pre-hospital trauma life support in the past 20 years have led to impressive enhancement in patient survival. These achievements have come as the result of improved equipment, transport logistics, assessment/treatment protocols, and training of… more
Targeted Therapy for Non Small Cell Lung Carcinoma: In vivo Feasibility Studies
Company: A AND G PHARMACEUTICAL, INC. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Lung Cancer remains the leading cause of cancer and mortality for men and women worldwide. In 2010, there were 222,520 new cases of lung cancer diagnosed in the US, 85% being non small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and157,300 lung cancer related deaths. Clearly,… more
SBIR Phase I: Robot-Assisted Patient Transfer and Rehabilitation Device
Company: ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY & RESEARCH CORP. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NSF / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I project, Robot-Assisted Patient Transfer and Rehabilitation Device, is to develop a device that provides institutional and home patients of limited mobility with a means to accomplish several important tasks for daily living. Several promising… more
Guided Munition Delivery Accuracy Methodology for Weaponeering Against Moving Targets (GuMDAM-AMT)
Company: ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY & RESEARCH CORP. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ABSTRACT: The Advanced Technology & Research (ATR) response to SBIR solicitation AF121-098 is discussed; the title is:"Guided Munition Delivery Accuracy Methodology for Weaponeering Against Moving Targets (GuMDAM-AMT)". The solicitation addresses the extension of JMEMS weaponeering… more
Active Motion-Compensation Technology for Roll-On/Roll-Off Cargo Vessel Discharge to Floating Platforms
Company: ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY & RESEARCH CORP. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ATR has proposed an interface system concept, Compensated Ramp Interface System (CRIS), comprised of a landing platform and a transfer platform. The landing platform provides continuous support to the ramp, and the transfer platform provides a transition interface for a vehicle to cross from the… more
Versatile Shallow Water Anchoring/ Securing Technology
Company: ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY & RESEARCH CORP. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ATR has proposed a robotic anchoring system concept, dubbed"RoboAnchor,"which takes advantage of recent developments in robotics, sensing technologies, and control systems. RoboAnchor will work in both soft and hard seafloor conditions. It has three individually controlled legs (i.e.,… more
Low thermal resistance two-phase cooling loop for aircraft thermal management
Company: ATEC, INC. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: The trend of replacing mechanical drive systems with power electronics and electrical drives has led to significant increases in the on-board power requirements in military aircraft. Although electrical systems are typically highly efficient, still a significant portion of the electrical energy is… more
SBIR Phase II: Reel-to-Reel Assembly of Lab-on-a-Film Diagnostic Tests
Company: AKONNI BIOSYSTEMS, INC. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NSF / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II project is designed to investigate the feasibility of manufacturing a Lab-on-a-Film? microarray device on a reel-to-reel assembly line. Reel-to-reel manufacturing has the potential to drastically reduce device cost because hundreds of parts per… more
Respiratory Panel Flow-Strip: a Point-of-Care Molecular Diagnostic Test
Company: AKONNI BIOSYSTEMS, INC. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Acute respiratory infections are the third leading cause of death worldwide, and account for 4.2 million deaths annually; more than 40% are children under five. Conventional techniques are often either too slow (e.g.,conventional cultures require 5 to 10 days)… more