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For the Phase I effort the target low end frequency was 0.02 Hz. This necessitated the need for a horizontal fiber optic slack line and Neutrally Buoyant Sensor Package with active buoyancy control to isolate the sensor from flow and sea state induced mechanical noise. For Phase II the low end frequency has been changed to 1.0 Hz. This is a significant change and allows the use of a passive multi- ...

Spatial Disorientation (SD) is cited as a contributing factor in five to ten percent of all aviation incidents; and has a 90% fatality rate (Heinle & Ercoline, 2002). SD impacts both fixed- and rotor-wing aviators, and SD impacts pilots at every skill level. To combat SD, aviation training provides exposure to SD materials at multiple points in the training process, including classroom-based instr ...

Baker Engineering LLC. (BE) has been developing small lightweight turbochargers to help address the fact that small UAS engines currently suffer from low durability, poor efficiency, and non-heavy fuel operations. Specifically, BE’s efforts focus on turbochargers for the class 2 and 3 UAS engines. The advanced turbochargers enhance the durability, efficiency, and overall operations of small ...

SoarTech, Forward Slope, and Capt. Brian Donegan (US Navy, Retired), will develop Peregrine, a robust, ready to transition, 4D overlay generation capability. Peregrine will develop software services ready for Fleet Exercise (FLEX) exerperimentation and transition to the JMPS Multi-Vehicle Planner. Peregrine will provide air planners with services that (1) connect to, synchronize, and transform dyn ...

An Integrated CT-based Image-Guided Neurosurgical System In this SBIR Phase IIb proposal Xoran intends to commercialize a compact and affordable, yet highly- functional, system to provide real time image updates and navigation guidance in support of minimally invasive cranial and spinal neurosurgical procedures. The effort builds on previously developed compact and portable flat-panel Computed Tom ...

GLSV Inc. is developing an innovative, modular, adjustable system to launch and recover UUVs from the Freedom and Independence-class LCS ships, using the LCS stern overhead cranes. One common platform will be modular and adjustable to be used on both ships, and will provide fast tempo launch and recovery during Sea State 3 conditions. The L&R platform will be adjustable and adaptable to accommodat ...

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 ...

Abstract Yearly influenza epidemics strike millions of people, causing up to 500,000 deaths. Fatality caused by most seasonal influenza viruses is andlt;0.03%, but with significant mortality in the young and the elderly populations. When a new pathogenic influenza strain enters the population, a pandemic could kill tens of millions of people with a negative economic impact estimated to be over 150 ...

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 ...

ABSTRACTExtracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) use continues to increase as a supportive measure for cardio-respiratory failure. Pediatric patients with severe, acute left ventricular (LV) systolic dysfunction are often supported with venoarterial (VA) ECMO as a short-term bridge to recovery, transplant or a ventricular assist device (VAD). ECMO provides temporary gas exchange and increased ca ...