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Demand for high performance On-Board Processing (OBP) for space-based applications is being driven by the advancement of high speed sensors, downlink rates that are orders of magnitudes less than sensor data rates, and the desire for autonomous real-time operations. ReConfigurable Computers (RCC) based on Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) are an excellent candidate for high performance proce ...

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): We propose applying innovative measurement technology to develop and disseminate a comprehensive function and disability assessment instrument for use in gerontological research and practice. This technology offers an e ffective method to resolve the classic conflict between practicality and psychometric adequacy faced by traditional standardized outcome measur ...

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Our objective is to achieve a major advance in the technology used to assess disability in children and youth. Measurement and practical requirements for identifying disability and evaluating individual progress across pediatric age groups and care settings present a serious dilemma to current fixed-item survey instruments. In Phase I proposals, we have develo ...

An integrating nephelometer is proposed that can be deployed on a variety of platforms including powered aircraft and towed vehicles. The design allows air to pass freely through the sample cell with no restrictions. A sampling rate of up to 100 hz will allow for aerosol flux measurements. The light scattering coefficient will be measured at multiple wavelengths to provide angstrom coefficien ...

Two, complementary techniques are proposed that are deployable on dropsondes or mobile measurement platforms and measure the scattering coefficient of atmosphere aerosols. The Phase I activity will be a proof of concept study that evaluates the relative strengths and weaknesses of the two measurement systems and combines a detailed analysis of the optical and electronic systems with a laboratory ...

Aerosols resulting from the particle emissions of combustion can pose a hazard to health and threaten ecosystems. In an effort to better understand and decrease the deleterious impact of these aerosols, the DOE is investing significant resources into new instrumentation and field programs that better characterize their physical, chemical and optical properties. In support of this effort, this proj ...

The objective of this effort is to tightly couple automated SSA assessment and DCS response decision aids to provide prioritized response alternatives to assist space operators to manage competing objectives, coordinate responses, and rapidly prioritize response alternatives within dynamic environments. The DF&NN team will develop the threat scenario data using new intelligence data sources, exten ...

Data Fusion Corporation (DFC) and Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems, see attached support letter, propose the development of a BMD Operation Plan Response (BOPR) gaming framework. BOPR is a testbed that will allow the simulation and analysis of multiple Red team attack strategies and Blue team defensive responses. BOPR will be able model all relevant aspects of both red and blue's weapons, and ...

Data Fusion Corporation (DFC) proposes the development of a prototype combat positioning system that will reduce fratricide, increase situational awareness (SA), and enhance combat effectiveness for UGS-to-Soldier based CID applications. The system design will use GPS, Tactical Unattended Ground Sensors (UGS), a modified-mobile adhoc network MANET, local ranging signals and a mesh network that wi ...

We present a novel approach to the optical localization of remote sensors. Using a proprietary solution, we are able to determine longitude, latitude and altitude of a randomly placed remote sensor by purely optical means or by a combination of optical and RF communications techniques. Our approach is low-cost, eye-safe, stealthy, and minimizes or eliminates the need for human involvement in the l ...