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Phase I has proven that the current setup achieves better than 8mm spatial resolution for 2.2MeV prompt gammas. However, 1mm spatial resolution presents a significant challenge for the current setup due in part to limited timing resolution and count rate. A new analog ASIC will be developed to replace the current analog ASIC that will have better timing resolution and deliver higher count rates. I ...

Training effectiveness evaluations (TEEs) allow researchers to determine the utility of new or altered training processes, procedures, and systems. Training efficiency takes this evaluation one step further and allows researchers to account for costs in conjunction with effectiveness, however, training efficiency analyses are not currently conducted because validated methods for this type of analy ...

The VRR team – VRR, Inc., Old Dominion University, and Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems – developed technology for an aircraft carrier’s Landing Signals Officer (LSO) to press augmented reality reconfigurable buttons and receive positive feedback through haptic, tactile, and other positive indications. Using a three-pronged approach of Requirements-Pull, Science-Push, and Technolog ...

Evidence-based guidelines derived from the learning sciences literature can be applied to training-requirements decisions. However, accessing the state-of-the-art in the learning sciences and applying its lessons to specific training design and analysis questions can be difficult, especially for those not already familiar with the learning sciences. ARCHIMEDES, the software tool proposed in this e ...

Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) allows trainees to practice verbal communication skills in representative training environments without the need for human role players. However, these technologies have yet to become a feature of most training systems. Building on Phase I work, SoarTech along with our academic partners at UC Davis, proposes developing Soliloquy, a novel interface that allows non ...

VRR’s Fused Augmented Realties with Synthetic Vision (FAR/SV) software module added on to Warfighter Augmented Reality (WAR) systems are designed to enhance situational awareness and accelerate effective decision making for Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs). FAR/SV module’s existing successful visualization innovations will be scientifically evolved for JTACs using WAR Augmented Realit ...

Unbalanced loading of electrical generators can increase system losses, reduce generator lifetime, and increase the frequency of spurious circuit breaker tripping. Current technology to balance loads include EVRs and UPSs, which are must too large and heavy for application in navy submarines. Therefore, the Navy is in need of more flexible and power dense solutions such that timely equipment chang ...

Pyrrhotite is an unstable iron sulfide found in some aggregates; its oxidation in concrete has devastating effects on the concrete-based infrastructure. The proposed project will further develop a robust and resilient nondestructive tool that employs NMR relaxometry for detecting pyrrhotite and identifying pyrrhotite-related degradation. NMR relaxometry can also identify other mechanisms of concre ...

Joined Evaluation of Simulation-enabled Training for Enhanced Readiness (JESTER) focuses on research, development, and testing of a new capability, compatible and integrated with the Navy’s Next Generation Threat System (NGTS) that will enable dynamic performance assessments within Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training scenarios. This work builds prior effort designed to enhance algorit ...

Under the subsequent Phase II program, Analysis, Design & Diagnostics, Inc. will work closely with the Office of Naval Research (ONR), SEA06-NSW, NUWC Newport and the Integration team from NSWC Panama City to integrate the Sonar Intercept Receiver and CAPs into the SEAL Delivery Vehicle (SDV). The combined system will provide the SDV with an Increased Situational Awareness (ISA) capability for inc ...