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A hardware platform is proposed for a low-cost miniature quickscan receiver to operate in the range of 30.000 MHz to 3.000 GHz. The platform consists of a multiplicity of Digital Signal Processors connected in a microprocessor array to perform detection and monitoring of battlefield radio activity.

The Directed Energy Tactical Mission Application Code (DETMAC) is a mission planning simulation tool to model directed-energy weapon capabilities, target vulnerabilities, and environmental constraints. It will be used by mission planners to visualize an entire mission timeline and prompt development of optimal tactics, techniques and procedures for successful employment of new weapon capabilities ...

This program will develop a lightweight highly-reliable regenerative power source for installation by SOF at remote sensor sites. Front Edge Technology’s (FET’s) approach is to integrate ultra-high-reliability solar cells and FET’s new long-life solid-state energy-storage-devices into a robust lightweight “Power Module”. The module components will be highly robust and able to withstand ...

Design,develop, fabricate and test sample a series of Image Intensifierd lightweight lenses, fixed focal length and stepped zoom, for direct viewing and Low Light Level TV video applications, Fixed Focal Length ratings of 225mm f1.7 and 360mm f2.7 along with a 80mm f1.7/225mm f1.7/360mm f2.7 stepped zoom to be provided. Provide suitable image intensified test bed equipments for comparative evalua ...

The objective of this research project is to continue the Team Transportable Collection/Communications architecture work started under SBIR Phase I, investigating the latest in communication and collection technologies, and developing a plug and play, scaleable architecture to satisfy SOF portable command center needs. At the completion, ITAC will deliver one TTS prototype, demonstrating seamless ...

This Phase II proposal addresses the design, development, fabrication and test of a wideband body worn antenna for threat warning and Direction Finding. This effort will build on Phase I results and tailor/optimize the antenna’s performance for the DF environment, by building a detailed electromagnetic computer model of the antenna. The performance of the antenna will be demonstrated at the pr ...

Special Operations Forces face a variety of scenarios that limit communications. Blockage by urban structures, urban and rural terrain obstacles, and a desire for over-the-horizon communication dictate the need for a tactical repeater. The proposed research will analyze candidate repeater architectures. Emphasis will be placed on cost, size, weight, power, functionality, time-to-market, ruggedn ...

SOF tactical users lack a miniature threat warning receiver that permits them to monitor RF energy and exploit hostile wireless communications while on extended deployments that necessitate very low power budgets. Having this capability will save lives and enhance the probability of successful completion of dangerous missions. The purpose of this Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) Phase II ...

In response to the SOCOM MANPACK Innovative Vest Research solicitation topic, Physical Optics Corporation (POC) proposes to develop novel Versatile, Expandable, Strategic and Tactical Equipment Carrier (VESTEC) technology to be integrated into the MOLLE/SPEARS/BALCS and ELCS military vests. Phase II will address both short-term and long-term SOCOM needs, delivering multiple sets of prototypes. F ...

This SBIR Phase II proposal to DOD SOCOM requests $749,985.49 of support for Policell Technologies, Inc. to design and develop a safe rechargeable battery replacement for the Lithium BA-5590 battery to eliminate hazards resulting from water exposure under SOCOM specific missions. This proposal responds to SBIR Topic Number 03-013“Battery Modulation for Communication Equipment”. In addition, a ...