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The proposing team will continue the development, testing, and productization of a Small, Image-aided Navigation and Autonomous Path-planning System (SINAPS) for UAVs. The SINAPS utilizes a capable suite of sensors together with state-of-the-art computing to enable real-time autonomous sensing and maneuvering at high speeds even in obstacle-rich environments. Due to the limitations and power req ...

We study the problem of sensor calibration as it might be applied to a tactical UAV system where operability and robustness are paramount. A large number of airframes and diversity of sensor types argues for an approach that is low cost (exploiting calibration targets in the field) and applicable for various sensors. The study considers various approaches to sensor calibration and measurements e ...

We will develop "flexible sensing" techniques that will enable a single sensor to perform the functions of both a "seeker" and a "target detection device". One set of approaches will comprise resolution enhancement and other techniques to extract target identification and tracking information, as would be provided by a "seeker", from a low resolution / high update rate sensor. Hyperacuity-based a ...

InGaN-based thin multijunction solar cells will be developed to achieve an efficiency as high as 40%. These solar cells are of light weight and high radiaton hardness which are most suitable for space application.

High temperature wireless sensors and data acquisition electronics are proposed to provide active monitoring of tire bead temperature, tire pressure, and brake temperature on landing gear. The proposal includes versatile packaging of sensors and electronics for installation and multiple channel data-acquistition on virtually any set of landing gear.

ENGeniousMicro proposes to develop a micromachined sensor that will operate at high temperatures with high frequency response to measure surface pressure, shear stress, and heat flux distributions. Through the use of micromachining technologies, we will develop a sensor that has a small form factor and can be flush mounted on the object to be monitored. Our sensor will be designed to have a freq ...

The objective of this project is to optimize the design of a microwave interference scanning system and application procedure for use in the Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) manufacturing process. Quick, efficient in-process measurement of part porosity will be an integral part of pyrolysis cycle optimization. The feasibility of this application of the novel Evisive Scan microwave interference sca ...

The objective of the program is to develop and demonstrate a new lightweight, low-pressure drop, low cost, high heat transfer heat exchanger material for military vehicles. Mezzo Technologies of Baton Rouge, Louisiana designs and manufactures heat exchangers whose design is fundamentally different from traditional compact heat exchangers. This program will focus on developing a plastic heat exch ...

nGimat proposes to develop a lightweight, low-cost electronic bumper system for maintaining safe clearance from obstacles during brownout approach and landing. To address the system requirements, nGimat will use a phased array system. In Phase I, we will develop a system level concept, design and analyze the antenna system, and build and test critical component to assure a successful transition ...

Future multiband communications systems demand frequency agile filters. While such devices are available at millimeter wave, they suffer from large size and high cost, among others. For this STTR Phase II effort, nGimat, working with Georgia Tech, will develop a miniaturized, low-loss, tunable Ka-band bandpass filter using its low-cost tunable thin film technology. In Phase I, nGimat has succes ...