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Polaris proposes to develop necessary hardware and algorithms for a Sky Polarization and Sun Sensor (SkyPass) in order to replace absolute localization information provided by Global Positioning System (GPS) for when GPS fails in a typical navigation solution. Additionally, this proposal includes an polarization-based approach to improve feature extraction and association processes for use in navi ...

ABSTRACT: Q-Track proposes to develop and demonstrate feasibility of a system for absolute localization in GPS-denied environments. A Signals-of-Opportunity Location Device ("SOLD"), previously demonstrated to yield 1m repeatable location indoors, provides the desired"absolute location reference. Q-Track"s proposed SOLD sensor a compact, lightweight tag ultimately costing about $50 in volume al ...

Project Summary Abstract Synthetic arteriovenous grafts AVGs can provide life sustaining vascular access for dialysis patients but are subject to multiple modes of failure and complications related to chronic needle cannulation poor graft identification delayed access and bleeding These graft needle cannulation associated complications translate to millions of dollars in health care expense ...

Project Summary Nucleosomes are the fundamental and repeating units of chromatin consisting of DNA wrapped around a histone octamer Alterations in chromatin structure and function dramatically impact downstream gene expression and cellular physiology This epigenetic regulation is controlled by two major modifications histone post translational modifications PTMs such as histone methylation ...

Military instructors do not have the time or support necessary to achieve mastery or even ensure continued professional development during their tenure as instructors. Teaching skill must develop to adequate levels in the early months of the typical three-year tenure and continue to grow and progress after initial formal training. Each formal school in the Marine Corps has a unique method of initi ...

Mission readiness is highly dependent upon the quality of instruction units receive; thus, it is critical that military instructors develop instructional competencies, along with domain expertise, to adequately promote relevant KSAs among trainees. Unlike civilian career educators, military instructors are not often afforded the time or resources to fully develop their teaching skills prior to ins ...

There is growing interest in computerized systems to increase accessibility of assessments for students with disabilities. Technology offers an ideal platform for implementing Universal Design (UD) principles for assessment to better accommodate student diversity and support broad student participation. The goal of this SBIR project is to integrate Universal Design principles for assessment into t ...

ABSTRACT: The objective of this program is to tailor and focus the capabilities of an existing software package for prediction of the rapid transient events following ignition of rocket-propelled munitions, as well as the firing of small caliber weapons. These events differ from missile plumes in that they are very fast transient events occurring at the time of weapon firing. These events are cri ...

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The proposed effort aims to dramatically enhance the realism of radiation safety training for Emergency Responders, both First Responders, as well as Skilled Support Personnel. The goal is to develop andevaluate realistic dosimetry simulation or Dosimulation tools. These Realistic, Accurate Dosimulation (RAD) tools will be the centerpiece for ...

The key components of the IvyScip platform will include a user interface for teachers to complete an assessment battery on individual students diagnosed with HF-ASD, a backend system for storing data, data-driven recommendations for supporting student needs, and reports on student progress over time. The platform will also include an online teacher implementation guide.