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In this Phase II proposal, we present a detailed research plan to deliver a complete and tested prototype Nanoxene® radiant heating system. During Phase I, we carried out a comprehensive set of experiments, summarized in this proposal, which confirmed the feasibility of implementing Nanoxene® technology in a radiant heating system for expeditionary shelters. System-level considerations have been ...

To better meet the needs of soldiers, the Army seeks to provide over-the-horizon tactical satellite communications using a soldiers standard issue radio at UHF or mobile SATCOM terminals at K-band. Traditional relay satellites in geosynchronous orbits are unable to meet this need because they are too distant from the smaller terminals relatively weak transmitter and low gain antenna. A cluster of ...

Unmanned automated convoys provide an efficient means for transporting the cargo of many vehicles across the same terrain to reach a desired location. As more vehicles are added, the efficiency of the convoy can increase; however, if each successive vehicle uses the previous vehicle for path following, the convoy accuracy will gradually degrade. In order to improve the path following of successive ...

Infectious diseases can have significant impact on operational readiness of military forces. This proposal describes a rapid immunochromatographic diagnostic test (Noro Detect™) for gastroenteritis caused by Norovirus (NoV) infection. The test can potentially be used in combination with a portable reader (powered by rechargeable batteries) for automated reading and interpretation. The proposed s ...

This project proposes the development and optimization of a compact air sampler/reactor system for collection of bacterial endospores and conversion of them into semivolatile biological marker compounds for the rapid detection of target airborne pathogens. This involves the integration of a compact particle impactor with a heated reactor for conducting controlled thermochemolysis and methylation. ...

Motion Control will develop an innovative body-powered (BP) upper extremity (UE) prosthetic system which offers substantial improvements in functionality, comfort, and aesthetics, for persons with UE deficiencies at all levels. This “Utility Arm” system will in¬crease independence and work capabilities for users of arm prostheses, with less com-plexity than a full myoelectric arm system, and ...

In prior research and development, the team developed AlphaBear, a mobile gaming app where students are challenged to spell words which are then used to create humorous sentences. This project will develop and test a prototype for use specifically by English Learners. The prototype will formatively assess students' vocabulary, adjust gameplay to the skill levels of individual students, and provide ...

Procerus Technologies, along with its partner Brigham Young University, propose to develop cooperative control technologies to enable multiple small, unmanned air vehicles (SUAVs) to carry out a mission involving search, tracking, imaging, and localization (STIL). The goal is to carry out these activities as a team of SUAVs, enhancing the performance and robustness of the mission execution. Duri ...

In this Small Business Innovative Research Phase I program, SciGenesis proposes to develop a multi-mechanistic cosmetic coating for the protection of military and first responders from flash fire and other intense thermal flux scenarios. Coatings will utilize a combination of mechanisms to increase the time required to cause a second degree burn from 2 seconds to 4 seconds, corresponding to a hea ...

Cavitation peening (CP) is a novel method of inducing residual compressive stresses in components to enhance fatigue life and improve damage tolerance. The process involves sweeping ultra high-pressure waterjets over the surface to be peened so that cavitation bubbles form and collapse on the workpiece. The intensity of the peening is controlled by varying the speed at which the jet traverses the ...