Silicon based Millimeter-Wave (MMW) sparse array radiometer receiver for photonic processing
Company: DGNSS Solutions, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: … system while maintaining low noise and maximizing sensitivity. As a result, we no longer need to digitize wideband signal and the optical fibers can be used for information transfer over long distances. Careful frequency planning significantly alleviates the image… more
Scalable Dynamic Matrix Completion for Information Processing and Link Discovery
Company: InfoBeyond Technology LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: … object locations. Our primarily experimental results for such a type demonstrate that NOMC recovers a low-rank matrix with only 10% samples while achieving the Frobenius error less than 10%. The second type is that the matrix is high rank, such as an arbitrary image. Our… more
Uncued Faint Object Detection in LEOand GEO
Company: Pacific Defense Solutions, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: … sensors to investigate methods to detect and track faint objects (greater than or equal to 14th visual magnitude) in any orbit around the Earth using ground-based electro-optics sensors, without prior knowledge of the object's orbit. The basic technique is to image… more
Daytime Detection and Tracking of Objects in a Geosynchronous or Geo-transfer Orbit
Company: Pacific Defense Solutions, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: … problem has been solved in the field of LWIR astronomy where the foreground signal is due to thermal self-emission from the atmosphere and from the telescope"s optics. LWIR astronomers use short integration times to avoid saturation, co-addition of image frames to… more
SBIR Phase I: Scale-up Flexible Radio Frequency Electronics via Roll-to-Roll Nanomembrane Printing
Company: Semerane Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NSF / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: …F frequency, which are highly desirable for a wide range of market applications, including phased array antennas, conformal communication/surveillance systems, wearable electronics, high-performance flexible sensors, and high resolution/low power consumption flexible … more
SUBSTANCE ADDICTION COLLABORATION CHANNEL(SACC)
Company: HEALTH EDUCATION RESEARCH SYSTEMS, INC. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: …. It focuses on learning, sharing and structuring behavioral/mental health best practices. Members from professional associations and focus action teams strategically located in multiple states have helped in the pre-planning analysis and design of the SACC platform. MRI image… more
Quantitative Characterization of SubMicron Aggregates for Antibody Therapeutics
Company: NANOIMAGING SERVICES, INC. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: … these aggregates are believed to play an undesirable role resulting in adverse health effects to patients by inducing immunogenicity, altering therapeutic pharmacokinetics, or decreasing efficacy of the drug product. While methods are available to count (and in some cases, … more
UV/Vis Low-Dispersion Confocal Objective
Company: Hnu Photonics Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: Confocal microscopy has become the tool of choice for sub-micron imaging, particularly of biological tissues, and is being used as a diagnostic tool in other disciplines as well. Broadband optics are required to collect emitted or scattered light throughout the visible and… more
SBIR Phase I: Tunable Terahertz Quantum Cascade Lasers for Spectroscopy
Company: LongWave Photonics, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NSF / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I project will focus on the demonstration of a frequency tunable quantum cascade laser (QCL) operating at terahertz frequencies (1-10 THz) for applications including spectroscopy and non-destructive imaging. This novel source… more
GPU-enhanced Neuroscience Software Tools
Company: ACCELEREYES, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: … an estimated 1.5 million life science MATLAB users, with a substantial portion of those using MATLAB to solve neuroscience-related problems. MATLAB users, especially those dealing with large neuroscience datasets, such as brain MRI, fMRI, DW-MRI, PET, and CT image volumes,… more
Targeting stem cell populations in lung cancer by modulating the Wnt and p53 path
Company: STEMSYNERGY THERAPEUTICS, INC. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Despite significant advancements in modern medicine with regards to surgery, radiation therapy and imaging of tumors, the survival rate for patients with non-small-cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC) remain almost identical to20 years ago. Current… more
NON-INVASIVE SALIVA-BASED DIABETES AUTOANTIBODY SCREENING.
Company: DIABETOMICS, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: … of autoimmune diabetes is critical to prevent acute, life-threatening conditions as well as to institute measures to delay or prevent the progression of the disease. The research proposed in this application will investigate the feasibility of measuring antibodies that reflect… more
Noninvasive Dental Implant Imaging System
Company: Farus, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: …complication rates. Current soft tissue thickness measurement techniques for implant procedures involve somewhat inaccurate mechanical penetration of delicate tissues with probes or radiography which is not optimal for soft tissue measurement. A noninvasive ultrasound imaging… more
Optical Grade Sapphire Manufacturing Growth Process for IR Window Applications
Company: Rubicon Technology, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: …. Some specific target markets include commercial aircraft and commercial shipping which will benefit from the enhanced optical qualities as well as enhanced strength of sapphire over conventional materials. In addition, such windows can be used to protect onboard imaging… more
3-D nondestructive imaging techniques for mesoscale damage analysis of composite materials
Company: L J ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / STTR / 2012 / 1Abstract: … and weapons industries as well as pressure and temperature sensitive materials that would be of interest to the oil and mining industries and shock absorbing materials that would be of interest to the transportation industries. In addition, the developed 3-D -CT imaging… more
Optimization of Active Polarimeters for Real-Time Imaging
Company: Kord Technologies, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: The Army has identified the need to enhance existing ground-based surveillance platforms by utilizing polarimetric imaging (PI). Situational awareness imagery has become a vital tool for locating and helping to neutralize roadway threats. The urgency of these threats demands… more
INNOVATIVE APPROACHES FOR IN-SITU ASSESSMENT OF THERMAL SPRAY COATING PROPERTIES ON AERO-ENGINE COMPONENTS
Company: ReliaCoat Technologies, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: … possible due to high financial risk and difficulty in implementation. The proposed innovation is based on collaboration of extensive ex-situ thermal spray coating property measurement experience with expert knowledge in laser-based measurements and thermal imaging because… more
Body Wearable Radio Direction Finding (DF) Antenna
Company: Applied Signals Intelligence Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: … DF that enables hand carry and man wearable systems. The pattern of the DPA becomes more directive as frequencies drop, opposite of conventional antennas, and precisely what is required in man-wearable DF applications where nulls are required to cancel reflections off of the… more
Subminiature Hi-def UAV Reconnaissance
Company: Airborne Innovations LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: ABSTRACT: Airborne Innovations proposes to develop a subminiature high definition video transmission system and command and control link. We will emphasize technologies needed for practical use of such a system. From our expertise in UAV imaging systems we are uniquely… more
A Compact, Tamper-Resistant, Portable Fingerprint Scanner
Company: SBG Labs Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOC / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: … Labs is pleased to announce an innovative portable scanner based on proprietary holographic technology. Our solution features a compact, high-resolution scanner integrated with a smart, hardware data encrypted, GPS enabled tablet. It can rapidly capture multi-fingerprint … more
Eye Tracker for Avionics Helmet Systems (ETAHS)
Company: SBG Labs Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: …. That is, the solution is able to unobtrusively share the existing optics while still meeting stringent eye-tracking requirements. Under Phase II, SBG Labs will implement the detailed optical design developed in Phase I, as well as the associated electronics and image… more
SBIR Phase I: Online High Fidelity 3D Modeling of Produce Using Low Cost Sensors
Company: Neya Systems, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NSF / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: … motion and sensor error models to achieve precise multi-frame registration and fast global optimization. This research will exploit new methods which operate on smaller clusters of ?similar? pixels and leverage 3D probabilistic occupancy mappings, taking advantage of imaging… more
Smart Infrared Focal Plane Arrays and Advanced Electronics
Company: Infrared Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: The SBIR MDA11-005 posted a well depth requirement of up to 50 Million electrons for a pixel pitch of 12um~20um to achieve the targeted high dynamic range, low noise and high resolution imaging goal. Initial calculations, given a commercial 0.18um/3.3V process, and using the… more
Silicon Receiver for Millimeter Wave Distributed Aperture Imager with Optical Upconversion
Company: Phase Sensitive Innovations Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: In this SBIR effort we will design (Phase I) and demonstrate (Phase II) an integrated silicon electronic-photonic upconversion receiver that when used with our photonic backend will allow for a highly sensitive, real-time, and economical millimeter wave (mmW) imaging system. … more
Silicon Receiver for Millimeter Wave Distributed Aperture Imager with Optical Upconversion
Company: Phase Sensitive Innovations Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: In this Phase II SBIR effort we will dramatically reduce the size, weight, and power requirements of a passive millimeter wave imaging system based on optical upconversion. To this end, we will integrate custom silicon-germanium low noise amplifiers that have been designed to… more