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A high repetition rate mid infrared laser (3-5 microns) capable of providing multispectral output covering all bands used by infrared missile would make a solid state laser based IRCM system a potentially attractive replacement for black body infrared jammers. We propose a novel laser concept that can provide the desired spectral output at repetition rates exceeding the current state-of-the-art. W ...

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The proposed project will develop an advanced control system (software and related hardware) and adapt this control system to a well developed and commercially available honing machine. The resultant system will be capable of producing controlled inside cylinder geometries with controlled taper and cylinder size along the length of a cylinder bore on a controlled basis. The desired geometry (diame ...

Advanced composites usage has grown ever since their introduction in the l970's. Consequently, a large volume of advanced composites waste has been generated over the years because of the high scrap rate (two-to-one) in composite production. The prevalent method of disposal into landfills is becoming prohibitive due to increased cost, negative public opinion, and legislation. This project will add ...

Army aircraft operating at altitudes below 25,000 ft are at risk when liquid water is present in the atmosphere within a critical temperature range. Currently, existing ice detection and accretion measurement systems have particular features that limit their application for Army aircraft utilization. A multi-mode, MMW radar sensor is proposed that has unique features that make it useful for both f ...

It is proposed to develop and validate fast and robust algorithms and computer codes to simulate the processing of ceramic matrix composites. While the processing and parameters that control the efficient manufacturing of ceramic matrix composites can be studied experimentally, a validated mathematical model that accounts for the microstructural and processing parameters is a very economical and u ...

A fast and precise measurement system is needed for production line testing of bobbin baselayers and wound bobbins. This system should also support investigations to establish the acceptance criteria. The video metrology machine proposed for Phase II will achieve rapid image acquisition by taking a sequence of video frames as the bobbin is rotated and translated through the field of view. The lase ...

This proposal consists of a program for the deveopment of a technology to use an unconventional material as projectiles, warheads and fragmentation dvices in weapons systems. Some research on the use of this material as projectiles has been accomplished with private funds. However, due to the unavailability of mechanisms to propoel larger projectiles onto target materials, testing has been limited ...

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