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We propose to develop an innovative concept of the high speed dynamic IRSP that combines components and devices from proven suppliers with novel system-level research topics from CDS and University of Delaware. Having previously built and delivered working LED IRSPs to users gives CDS a unique advantage. In line with system theme of the solicitation, our phase 1 research topics are focused on syst ...

The goal of the Agile Adaptable Interfaces for Modeling & Simulation (AAIMS) is to rapidly generate an integrated system-of-systems (SoS) model from disparate sensor models, simulations, and simulation environments with minimal rework to the original models and simulations. AAIMS will provide better understanding of complex sensor systems, improve communications among key players in the research a ...

COVID 19 has created a cosmic shift in the way we interact and conduct business.  To support the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) the Air Force along with the AAM Supply Chain must rapidly adapt to maintain and to make further technological advances in this new world.      Agility Prime is going to open vastly new logisitics options and issues.  The flying orbs are being  built to be "plug and ...

The Department of Energy is interested in technologies that support the sustainable production of fuels, chemicals, and other bioproducts from plant biomass, to offset the nation’s reliance on fossil resources. The plant cell wall of energy crops provides the largest reservoir of raw materials for bioproducts. However, the widespread use of plant cell walls is hampered by their complexity and re ...

BioRobots, Case Western Reserve University, and The University of Florida have partnered with Boeing Phantom Works to develop a Morphing Micro Air-Land Vehicle (MMALV) to enhance military intelligence gathering capabilities in battlespace environments. Building on landmark successes in micro air vehicle fabrication at The University of Florida and micro robot implementation at Case Western Reserve ...

BioRobots proposes the development of a Morphing Micro Air-Land Vehicle (MMALV), capable of transforming from aerial to terrestrial locomotion, to maximize situational awareness for U.S. warfighters. Terrestrial locomotion is based upon the Mini-Whegs platform, recognized as one of the most agile micro-robots today. Aerial locomotion is based upon the University of Florida Micro Air Vehicle (UF- ...

Metallic Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology can deliver breakthrough solutions to U.S. Navy air platform and weapon systems by drastically increasing performance and reducing weight. However, the current design and engineering tools cannot fully exploit the design freedom brought about by advanced AM processes. In addition, many existing topology optimization tools are unable to directly addre ...

Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) workflows do not effectively or comprehensively consider the potentially negative impacts of physical and cognitive degradation on human analysts’ performance. This is particularly true when analysts experience negative effects from fatigue or burnout, which they are unlikely to self-report. Occupational stress can impact quality-of- life ...

During this program, multifunctional (smart) piping system technology will be developed for used on the Airborne Laser (ABL). This system, which was demonstrated in phase I, has a multifunctional design with integrated containment and leak detection functionality. The smart piping system design uses lightweight materials in conjunction with integrated sensors to achieve an advanced lightweight pi ...

ABSTRACT: Current composite USAF platforms suffer damage during media blast stripping operations. This is a pervasive issue, with repair being laborious and costly, a material solution is needed to fill in existing damages to the composite skin and provide a protective barrier against future aggregate blasting. NanoSperse proposes to develop a spray-on, flexible, highly erosion resistant polymer ...