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The goal of this project is to determine the feasibility of developing a ground station network capable of delivering real time space weather data to end users. Specifically, the proposed works seek to assess existing and future communications requirements for providing better than 15 minute latency (threshold objective) for transfer of data from NOAA space weather assets to the ground for distrib ...

GIRD Systems leverages its extensive experience with interference cancellation systems, particularly for military SATCOM (UFO and MUOS), to propose two fundamental architectures for mitigating the wireless mobile uplink interference expected once spectrum sharing in the 1695-1710 MHz band begins. GIRD's ADEPT digital solution leverages the latest advances in digital technology to develop algorithm ...

In Phase I, Vadum will develop a signal processing module designed to fuse data from multiple heterogeneous, multi-tiered sensors, as well as asoftware prototype demonstrating the automation of the fusion process for presentation to a Brigade Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear(CBRN) analyst. The techniques developed will incorporate Chemical/Biological (CB) agent detection sensors, non-CB se ...

Alphaviruses pose significant risks to warfighters where encephalitic virus infection can lead to death. There is no effective treatment for alphavirus induced encephalitis and countermeasures are of high importance. Single domain antibodies (sdAb) are low molecular weight engineered antibody fragments composed of a single heavy-chain variable domain which have proven easier to manipulate and re-e ...

An improved Contaminated Materiel Transfer Case (CMTC) is needed for use in repatriating contaminated human remains and other contaminated materials.Existing transfer cases are intended for small loads of materials or equipment, and are not conducive for larger materials and human remains.The CMTC must comply with US standards as well as international standards that govern overflight and facilitat ...

NEOEx Systems, Inc. proposes to use advanced energy and power systems technology to significantly improve Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) endurance and capabilities required to meet the NOAA NWS anticipate mission scenarios. Our innovative approach integrates high technology readiness level power and energy subsystems into existing and proven commercial off the shelf aeronautical subsystems for airf ...

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 pressing need exists within industry to accurately measure high aspect ratio microscale structures. For example, diesel injector nozzles are manufactured with microscale holes ranging from 50-200 micrometers in diameter and 3-5 mm depths. One fundamental challenge is to nondestrucvely measure these features in order to validate models, enhance manufacturing processes, and reduce fuel emissions ...

There are emerging markets that are driven by advances in x-ray micro-calorimeters. These detectors allow an energy resolution 10x better than existing commercial x-ray detectors. The primary application is the detection and analysis of nanoscale particle contaminates in IC production. The temperature stability of the micro-calorimeter is critical for real-time analysis and maintaining the x-ray l ...

Manning Applied Technology proposes to develop a handheld infrared spectrometer, ideally suited to detection of airborne chemical agents at and below permissible exposure limits. This approach offers unmatched sensitivity and specificity for detection of all types of chemical vapors. The instrument is modular, rugged, compact and highly sensitive. Volume pricing will be less than $1000 each. ...