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  1. Signature Reduction using Metasurfaces on group 1 UAV platforms

    SBC: NOTCH INC.            Topic: AF20ATCSO1

    Enemies use radar system to identify and target Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). To prevent detection, the UAV should be able to reduce its RF signature by reducing its Radar Cross Section (RCS). In addition, it is essential for the "blue force" UAV to be able to use its RF systems (radar/comms) while not being detected. Traditional Radar Absorbing Materials (RAM) are used to absorb radar's Electr ...

    STTR Phase II 2020 Department of DefenseAir Force
  2. High Electron Mobility GaN for THz-Band Multipliers

    SBC: TOYON RESEARCH CORPORATION            Topic: AF20ATCSO1

    Toyon is proposing to develop multiplier diode technology with record power handling in the 200 – 400 GHz output frequency range using Gallium Nitride (GaN) materials. This technology is needed to effectively utilize the high pump power now available from mmWave GaN power amplifiers. GaN has inherent material property advantages including high electric field strength, electron velocity, and ther ...

    STTR Phase II 2020 Department of DefenseAir Force
  3. Using explainable AI (XAI) and related technologies to reduce physician burnout and improve medical surge capacity.

    SBC: DIGITAS, LLC            Topic: AF20ATCSO1

    Physicians are highly burned out (up to 80% of physicians) and the COVID-19 pandemic is making this problem much worse; Department of Defense doctors are at higher risk (caring for more patients per capita).  Burnout may manifest itself as sustained stress; but also leads to severe effects such as physician suicides, physician drug abuse, and increased patient medical errors.  Electronic health ...

    STTR Phase II 2020 Department of DefenseAir Force
  4. Reliable Tactical Silent Power Generator for Austere Environments

    SBC: MESODYNE INC            Topic: AF20ATCSO1

    Mesodyne’s Light-Cell technology was developed at MIT and is being commercialized for the small UAV market. In this effort, the UAV generator is being adapted to meet the needs of dismounted warfighters. Mesodyne’s patented Light-Cell generator converts fuel into electricity via light. Specifically, a microcombustor heats a nanophotonic material to incandescence. The nanophotonic material, whi ...

    STTR Phase II 2020 Department of DefenseAir Force
  5. Adaptive Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC)-based Spectral Processor for Dynamic Fiber-Optic Sensing

    SBC: INTELLIGENT FIBER OPTIC SYSTEMS CORP            Topic: AF20ATCSO1

    IFOS and STTR Partner Northwestern University propose to investigate the commercial viability of rapid transition of enhanced high-speed fiber-optic sensing systems. Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) sensing based on Two Wave Mixing Interferometry (TWMI) in Photo-Refractive Crystals (PRC) has already been commercialized for dual-use applications. In this project, IFOS will leverage its experience as leadi ...

    STTR Phase I 2020 Department of DefenseAir Force
  6. Multi-lingual Social-media Crowd Manipulation Detector (MSCMD)

    SBC: BCL Technologies            Topic: AF20ATCSO1

    BCL Technologies (BCL) proposes testing its Multi-lingual Social-media Crowd Manipulation Detector (MSCMD) with live Twitter feed to detect propaganda in real time. The MSCMD uses emotion in Social Media to detect efforts to manipulate crowds. A prototype MSCMD was developed in Dec 2019. In the Phase I research, BCL plans to: Link MSCMD System to Twitter Use MSCMD to locate Propaganda in Twitter F ...

    STTR Phase I 2020 Department of DefenseAir Force
  7. Advanced Stakeholder Engagement and Analysis Platform for Air Force Readiness and Resilience

    SBC: HODLPAL INC.            Topic: AF20ATCSO1

    FindOurView (HodlPal Inc) is developing a digital communication platform with novel mechanisms that help people explore different views and find common ground, creating feedback mechanisms that enhances the intelligence of all stakeholders engaged in a discussion. Through a combination of natural language processing (NLP), innovative UI/UX and novel ranking algorithms, the FindOurView platform pr ...

    STTR Phase I 2020 Department of DefenseAir Force
  8. Duocel Foam Liner for Multi-function Turbofan Improvement

    SBC: ERG Aerospace Corporation            Topic: AF20ATCSO1

    A Duocel® metal foam liner is a compelling single-component multi-function solution capable of reducing cost, weight, and complexity of aircraft turbofan engines. Conventionally available material options require the use of three separate single-function solutions for acoustic liner, blade-containment, and heat shield components, which limits the design space for more fuel-efficient, quieter, and ...

    STTR Phase I 2020 Department of DefenseAir Force
  9. Signature Reduction Using Metasurfaces

    SBC: NOTCH INC.            Topic: AF20ATCSO1

    Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in denied environments have to have a small radar cross section to prevent detection by enemy and be able to map their environment using radar and RF communications.  Traditional Radar Absorbing Materials (RAM) are used to absorb radar’s Electro Magnetic (EM) energy to reduce an aircraft’s RCS but this material can be thick, heavy weight and have high material ...

    STTR Phase I 2020 Department of DefenseAir Force
  10. XERMES: Single Pass Rocket Powered Precision Airdrop

    SBC: MASTEN SPACE SYSTEMS, INC.            Topic: AF20ATCSO1

    In January 2016, a team of Green Berets under fire received a resupply drop from an MC-130J flying 800 feet above the ground. The aircraft delivered 1600 pounds of water, ammunition, and medical supplies 20 meters from the besieged compound while taking fire during the pass. Air Force Special Operations requires the ability to resupply ground units under fire precisely and reliably with minimal ri ...

    STTR Phase I 2020 Department of DefenseAir Force
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