Award Data

The objective of this Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) Program is to develop a methodology to use novel multi-power sources for heater-on-circuit and cooling-on-circuit techniques in MicroElectroMechanical Systems (MEMS) packaging. This concept of multi-power sources, which includes alternative current heating, and the heater-on-circuit are new in MEMS packaging. While most MEMS packagi ...

The objective of this Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) Program is to develop a microtechnology based inline capable multi-tasked sensor for automotive fluidic analysis. Optical spectrometer can provide signatures of fluid absorption changes associated with contamination. Raman is a powerful analysis technique that uses optical reflection and optical spectra due to molecular vibrations pr ...

This proposal describes the impetus towards the development of low cost and high performance SiGe (Silicon Germanium) based millimeter wave power amplifier ICs for phased array transmit applications. We have developed innovative millimeter wave power amplifiers designs in Phase I for Q-band and in Phase II, we will fabricate, test, and productize these designs in a low cost commercial SiGe HBT (he ...

Design complete drive line protection for the M915(Truck Family). It will come in the form of a proven concept known as, the W.C. Bosk wedge clutch. We will obtain techincal data from the army and OEM on the vehicle. From this information we will determine a mounting area on the problem drive shaft. Also from this data we will be able to, calculate the maximum torque the problem shaft will tak ...

Transforming the military into a sophisticated, lighter force able to mobilize quickly in response to crises around the world requires technological advancement in the production and distribution of drinking water. Recent Operation evaluations for both bottled water and bulk water use indicates that significant improvements in safety, cost, taste, distribution, and security are required to meet th ...

The current laboratory-based Army Oil Analysis Program (AOAP) demands significant resources to collect samples and perform laboratory analysis, both in terms of soldier effort and operating costs. The Army Materiel Command has directed the Tank Automotive Research and Engineering Center (TARDEC) explore the feasibility of a “point of use oil quality analyzer”. ASTI proposes to integrate the b ...

We propose to use a high rate manufacturing technology recently developed at Excellatron to deposit all-solid-state thin film batteries on an ultra-thin substrate. The all-solid-state lithium batteries have very high cycle life (>10,000 charge/discharge cycles), a wide operating temperature range, a rapid recharge capability, and increased power densities. They are inherently safer than existing ...

A novel approach is proposed for the development of safe lithium-air batteries that offer high-energy storage capacity and extended standby and operational life. The proposed battery will use a lithium anode, an air cathode having an air stable non-volatile electrolyte and a multilayer polymer electrolyte/glass electrolyte barrier to protect the lithium anode from direct reactions with water and ...

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles hold great promise. As engineers provide UAVs with more autonomy, manpower requirements decrease. But increased autonomy replaces judgment with heuristics. It often degrades the remaining human performance. Balance is needed. Phase I demonstrates the feasibility of using game technology to find this balance. “Avant Guard” models a mission with multiple small UAVs. ...

Tactical Air Control is a complex problem with high stakes. A failed strike leaves the ground unit vulnerable and may inflict collateral damage. Fratricide is a grave risk. Respect for this reality demands that the highest value in the game design cannot be technology, nor feature list, nor dramatic graphic effects. The highest value must be fidelity. "Battlefield Airman: Tactical Air Control" is ...