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Through theoretical analysis and experimental testing ASI will ascertain the suitability of using gas plasma to develop a high-powered, reconfigurable antenna operating in the S and X-bands of the electromagnetic spectrum. This design concept would be usedto detect and track ballistic missiles. We will use a

X-ray crystallography is the main tool for determining protein structure. Since genomics is on the verge of creating a large number of proteins for structure determination, a corresponding large number of X-ray diffraction experiments will have to be performed. However, X-ray analysis is labor intensive so that the question of which protein crystal to choose for X-ray analysis from the vast pool o ...

BONN Corporation (BONN) has chosen to concentrate on a methodology that computes an optimal target search in near-real-time, with the capability of accommodating user-definable optimality based upon time / pathlength, probability of target detection target value, and survivability in a dense threat environment. This methodology will be extensible to address multiple airborne platforms and multipl ...

Delta Data Systems, Inc. (DDS), a key developer and supplier of GIS technology to clients such as NASA, COE, NOS, etc. and Neptune Sciences, Inc. (NSI), a developer of the Navy Surf Model and other nearshore related products, will combine their expertise to develop a Marine Geographical Information Systems. Presently, no one method exists to adequately assess the coastal environment. Large datab ...

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A novel turbojet based propulsion system is described that is capable of continuous operation from takeoff to orbital insertion. This engine concept utilizes a conventional turbojet as its core with a dual function inlet that can accommodate bothatmospheric air and cryogenic liquid oxidizer. By varying the percentage of liquid oxidizer injected, the engine can operate either in turbojet mode, roc ...

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The above ground penetrating radar systems for close-up surveying of terrain are inadequate for the detection of frozen or thawed soil layers (which is important for mobility determination) and for locating near surface buried objects such as pipes, wastecontainers, mines, or unexploded ordnance. Current antenna systems are not capable of providing a small spot size at a useful frequency. Antenn ...

The objective of this proposal is to develop and demonstrate a high volume underway replenishment circulating ropeway system to transfer stores and ordnance to aircraft carriers from supply ships. Circulating ropeway concepts will be developed andevaluated for at-sea future underway replenishment needs. Adaptation of circulating ropeway technology to existing replenishment installations will be ...

DESCRIPTION (From the Applicant's Abstract): Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a new potential treatment of the subfoveal choroidal neovascularization (CNV) that may accompany age-related macular degeneration (AMD). PDT involves the use of a photosensitizing agent which, when activated by light, may selectively kill proliferating ...