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In this SBIR effort we will develop a balanced detection analog photonic link consisting of a DFB laser, a dual-output high-speed, low-Vp mach-zehnder modulator (MZM) and a high-power, high-linearity balanced photodetector (BPD) using a dual-core, single mode, multicore fiber (MCF) that is supplied by our subcontractor, OFS. We will design, fabricate and characterize (phase I) the MZM and the BPD, ...

Photonic integration, and specifically silicon photonics, has emerged as one of the leading solutions for maintaining or improving the performance of optical systems while addressing the requirements related to size, weight, and power (SWaP). Photonic integrated circuits (PICs), which integrate multiple photonic elements onto a single chip, are specifically suited to providing the complexity and f ...

Triton will develop a software-based tool to rapidly generate web-based animated training content for employment of advanced oceanography tactics and is capable of incorporating adaptive content presentation based on learner progress through knowledge assessments.

Jamming and co-site Interference from high power, on-board emitters such as long-range radar present significant challenges to multi-mission capability and interoperability for airborne Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) and ESM systems. Metamagnetics proposes a wide band, Auto-Tune Filter (AtF) based on its Frequency Selective Limiter technology to enhance the Navy’s ESM probability of intercept a ...

We suggest a miniaturized survey system with significant reductions in size/weight while delivering same or better performance to the current IPAD system. The current system’s weight/volume is 135 lb./6300 inch^3 and the core Navigational Module (INS) is based on large and heavy Ring Laser Gyros with weight/volume of >50 lb./1200 inch^3. We intend replacing the above Inertial Sensor Assembly (IS ...

We will extend development of the advanced signal processing algorithmMaterial Identification Reflectivity Kernel (MIRK) with the aim oftransitioning it to the ARCI AxB program and integration into the AN/SQS-53CActive Hull Mounted Sonar System. Prometheus will develop appropriatesystem-specific compensation algorithms, decision architecture and processingstream computer code to integrate MIRK int ...

SummaryNitrogen balance plays a critical role in agricultural food security and biodiversity. While some nitrogen addition, such as fertilization, is highly beneficial to agriculture, too much can result in lower crop yields and plant loss. Air pollution can tip the nitrogen balance toward unhealthy soil and poor growing conditions and affect a plant's ability to cope with drought. Understandi ...

The consumer demand for organic food is growing faster than the supply. This is particularly true for large-scale row crops that go into staple foods and into animal feeds. As a result, about 80% of the primary organic grain supply is imported. Less-pronounced, but similar imbalances exist for specialty crops. Midwestern BioAg (MBA) has been supporting conventional and organic farmers for 35 years ...

The purpose for this research is to develop a Snow Water Equivalency (SWE) sensor that will broaden our understanding/management of snow and the water we receive from it.Importance of the ProblemSnowpack is very important to the United States' water budget with 85% of freshwater runoff originating as snowmelt in the west, and nine significant floods of the 20th century were directly related to ...

In this Phase II SBIR project, Vuronyx Technologies will investigatehigh performance BPA free epoxy coatings for food and beverage cans.Canning of foods and beverages in metal containers is extensively used for food preservation and storage. The protective coating applied on the inside surface of the food/beverage container should be safe for food contact, have excellent adhesion to the substrate, ...