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DNA microarray technology, in combination with statistical and predictive modeling tools, could be used to evaluate thousands of genes against distinct gene expression patterns induced by chemical/biological agents to provide early identification and speed therapeutic intervention. The overall objective of this Phase II effort is to leverage existing public domain resources and commercial tools t ...

The rapid development of the technology of producing high quality single crystal SiC wafers and thin film presents the opportunity to fabricate solid-state devices with power-temperature capability far greater than devices currently available. This capa- bility is ideally suited for military and commercial applications requiring high blocking voltage switches and amplifiers capable of large curre ...

The ST-connector is the standard Navy single fiber connector. It is a quick-release fiber connector which makes it easy to connect and install but the quick release nature of the coupling makes it very sensitive to severe vibration. We propose a novel coupling system that will be incorporated into the ST-connector, which will significantly reduce its sensitivity to vibration. Our coupling syst ...

Vessels of all types have a limited useful life and must ultimately be dismantled or scuttled as artificial reefs, with wastes properly disposed. The Navy is seeking a means of removing hydrocarbons from inactive ships prior to ship dismantling or sinking as an artificial reef. The Phase I project investigated the use of a biological/mechanical system that was capable of removing free-phase oil w ...

The objective of the proposed project will be to develop the specifications for a high reliability remotely-operated in-line boost pump for transferring fuel from an offshore tanker during amphibious operations. The project will select the optimum pump and drive to be used. Specifications will then be developed to define the control and operation of the pumping station. This work will form the bas ...

The Navy is seeking improved capabilities to generate automatically elevation data products and have updatable and retrievable output via an automated advanced tactical terrain database system, supporting the Tomahawk Cruise Missile Program. The envisioned end-to-end solution must be able to process, manage, and/or fuse a variety of inputs, and these include multi-source imagery as well as existin ...

The US Navy is seeking improved capabilities to quickly and efficiently generate 3-D target templates (or “site models”) to support such operational systems as the Tomahawk Command and Control Systems (TC2S), Distributed Common Ground Station-Navy (DCGS-N), and collateral damage assessment (e.g., CDET and FastCD). There are two parts of interest. The first is to extract valid and reliable 2-D ...

A need exists to develop cost effective and reliable submersible cage technology for exposed aquaculture. The team assembled as part of this SBIR incorporates JPS Industries, Great Bay Aquafarms and the University of New Hampshire. In Phase I, a design will be developed based on concepts known to work in the industry. Concepts to be investigated include a cage constructed around HDPE pipe, with ...

SIDE SCAN SONAR HAS DEVELOPED TO THE POINT WHERE IT IS NOW AN ACCEPTED PART OF HYDROGRAPHIC CHARTING PROJECTS, AS WELL AS A BROAD RANGE OF OCEAN SEARCH AND SURVEY APPLICATIONS. ONE LIMITATION ON ITS UTILITY, HOWEVER, IS THE REQUIREMENT TO OPERATE THE SYSTEM AT RELATIVELY LOW SPEEDS (5 KNOTS OR LOR LESS) IN ORDER TO ACQUIRE HIGH-QUALITY DATA. ANY INCREASEIN VESSEL SPEED CAPABILITY WOULD RESULT IN G ...

The Landing Signal Officer (LSO) is responsible for the safe and expeditious recovery of aircraft aboard ship. Through rigorous personnel selection and training, LSOs develop the capability to control final approaches by using finely tuned perceptual judgements. Some aircraft carriers are outfitted with a Head Up Display (HUD) console, based on 20-year old design. The proposed SBIR Phase I effo ...