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We propose an innovative Pedestrian Automotive System for Enforcement and Safety (PASES) that combines commercial-off-the-shelf video or camera components and state-of-the-art microwave(radar) systems with sophisticated software that will not only provide more effective enforcement through effective evidentiary information, but will also enable predictive actions based on vehicle and pedestrian be ...

Spectroscopic ellipsometry is recognized as the gold standard in noncontact characterization of the refractive index and thickness of a thin optical film or film stack on a substrate. However, it suffers from a number of shortcomings, perhaps the most important of which is the time required to perform a single measurement. Moreover, manufacturers are interested in comprehensive evaluation of thin ...

COMMUNITIES BASED ON SMALL AND FAMILY SIZED FARMS ARE IN DECLINE AS THE AGRICULTURAL ECONOMY IS TRANSFORMED INTO A SERVICE ECONOMY. THIS DECLINE AFFECTS FARMERS AND THEIR FAMILIES, IN TURN, WHO ARE LOOKING FOR SOURCE OF OFF FARM EMPLOYMENT. THIS IS PARTICULARLY TRUE FOR THE RAPIDLY DECLINING BLACK BELT COUNTIES IN THE SOUTH AND FOR THE DECLINING NUMBERS OF BLACK FARMERS. PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS TO ASSIS ...

Raising pigs has become a specialized agribusiness. Pork producers have a desire to improve their efficiency of production in a cost effective manner. One tool to accomplish this is knowing the weight of the pig as it grows. This knowledge provides greater assistance in managing the feeding program as well as avoiding financial penalties when marketing. Feed costs account for 60% of the cost p ...

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THIS PROPOSAL IS TO DETERMINE THE SPATIAL RESOLUTION OF A NEW TYPE OF MULTI-DIMENSIONAL X-Y DETECTOR WHICH PROVIDES THE POSITION IN AN X-Y PLANE OF NEUTRAL PARTICLE INTERACTIONS FOR USE IN AIRPORT SECURITY SYSTEMS FOR INSPECTION OF SEALED LUGGAGE.