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Frontier Technology, Inc. (FTI) and University of Florida (UF) propose to validate and demonstrate designs for biomimetic camouflage systems (

Frontier Technology, Inc. (FTI) and University of Florida (UF) propose to validate and demonstrate designs for biomimetic camouflage systems (

A unique recombinant protein overexpression system will be investigated for the production of phosphotriesterase, an organophosphate hydrolase from Pseudomonas diminuta MG and Flavobacterium sp. ATCC 27551. This enzyme is a leading bioremediationcandidate for large-scale detoxification of insecticides and chemical warfare agents. The hydrolase will be prepared in three different versions using t ...

The ARMY needs active protection using a UV and IR dual band focal plane array (FPA) to detect and track hostile fire so that targets can respond and avoid incoming rounds. The objectives of this effort are to determine the requirements of an uncooledUV/IR FPA for active protection and demonstrate feasibility of integrating UV and IR detector arrays with the readout integrated circuit (ROIC). In ...

Polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells are candidates to fill the Army's need for high-energy lightweight power sources. Methanol is a more convenient fuel source than gaseous hydrogen, but requires advanced membrane materials and alternativeprocessing. SRL with partners Tulane University and Northeastern University has demonstrated Electron-Beam-crosslinked polyphosphazene membranes with ...

Polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells are candidates to fill the Army's need for high-energy lightweight power sources. Methanol is a more convenient fuel source than gaseous hydrogen, but requires advanced membrane materials and alternativeprocessing. SRL with partners Tulane University and Northeastern University has demonstrated Electron-Beam-crosslinked polyphosphazene membranes with ...

TDC/UDRI will undertake development of a physics based model for the propagation of terawatt, femtosecond laser pulses through the atmosphere. Previous experiments and theoretical results have made it clear that a new approach must be taken in order tohave an unambiguous understanding of this high power ultrashort laser pulse propagation problem in the atmosphere. Simple extensions of the nonline ...

Complex wounds including traumatic, chemical, chronic or surgical wounds present a significant challenge to care givers. Wound healing, being a complex and multifaceted process, differs significantly based on the type of wound and the underlining health of the patient. It is well established that factors like impaired perfusion, infection, existence of metabolic disorders such as diabetes, bad nut ...

This proposal will investigate body armor systems to the effects of burst fire. In Phase I, the team of researchers will investigate the spatial distribution of impacts of common burst fire capable rifles, demonstrate a statistical analysis technique, and demonstrate a ballistic model approach while applying this research to a surrogate body armor solution. The program will begin with an analysi ...

SI2 Technologies, Inc. (SI2) and Drexel University propose to develop printed, flexible, high-performance ultracapacitors to meet the Armys need for lightweight energy storage. SI2 will leverage its demonstrated expertise in ink jet printing and Drexels expertise with carbon nanoparticle synthesis. SI2 has considerable experience in the roll-to-roll deposition of conductive ink patterns. These ...