Abstract: A marker system includes at least one emitter. The emitter(s) emit light responsive to a flow of electrical current there through. The marker system includes a device for acquiring an incoming signal and a circuit for processing the incoming signal. The circuit for processing the incoming signal monitors the device for acquiring the incoming signal to determine if the incoming signal includes any of a plurality of incoming Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) and/or munitions-targeting signals. The circuit emits one of a plurality of responses by sending electrical current selectively through the emitter(s) and/or other feedback devices based upon which of the plurality of incoming Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) and/or munitions-targeting signals is detected by the means for processing.

Abstract: An evacuation slide comprises a sliding face having a top end portion adapted to be positioned adjacent to an exit of a region to be evacuated, and a bottom end portion adapted to be positioned adjacent to an escape route leading away from the region to be evacuated and being arranged at a lower height than the region to be evacuated. A light signal generating device is adapted to irradiate at least one light beam onto the escape route which extends further in a direction parallel to a center line of the escape route than in a direction perpendicular to the center line of the escape route so as to indicate a predefined evacuation direction along the escape route.

Abstract: An evacuation slide comprises a sliding face having a top end portion adapted to be positioned adjacent to an exit of a region to be evacuated, and a bottom end portion adapted to be positioned adjacent to an escape route leading away from, and at a lower height, than the region. The sliding face, at the top end portion, comprises a flat porch section connected to an inclined section of the sliding face via a transition section. The sliding face has at least one of a first guidance marking placed in the flat porch section and having a shape and orientation adapted indicate a predefined evacuation direction in the inclined section of the sliding face and a second guidance marking placed in the transition section and having a shape and orientation adapted to indicate a separation between the flat porch section and the inclined section.

Abstract: A marker system includes at least one emitter. The emitter(s) emit light responsive to a flow of electrical current there through. The marker system includes a device for acquiring an incoming signal and a circuit for processing the incoming signal. The circuit for processing the incoming signal monitors the device for acquiring the incoming signal to determine if the incoming signal includes any of a plurality of incoming Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) and/or munitions-targeting signals. The circuit emits one of a plurality of responses by sending electrical current selectively through the emitter(s) and/or other feedback devices based upon which of the plurality of incoming Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) and/or munitions-targeting signals is detected by the means for processing.

Abstract: A marker system includes at least one emitter. The emitter(s) emit light responsive to a flow of electrical current there through. The marker system includes a device for acquiring an incoming signal and a circuit for processing the incoming signal. The circuit for processing the incoming signal monitors the device for acquiring the incoming signal to determine if the incoming signal includes any of a plurality of incoming Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) and/or munitions-targeting signals. The circuit emits one of a plurality of responses by sending electrical current selectively through the emitter(s) and/or other feedback devices based upon which of the plurality of incoming Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) and/or munitions-targeting signals is detected by the means for processing.

Abstract: A marker system includes a controller with a plurality of emitters electrically interfaced to the controller such that, upon the controller initiating a flow of electric current though one or more of the emitters, the one or more of the emitters emit light. There is also at least one detector electrically interfaced to the controller. The detector(s) are for detecting light in of a specific wavelength and converting the light to an electrical signal that is then received by the controller. Software is stored on a non-transitory storage associated with the controller. The software monitors the at least one detector for an incoming IFF signal and the software initiating the flow of electric current through a selected set of the plurality of emitters responsive to receiving the incoming IFF signal from the at least one detector.

Abstract: A helmet-mounted or helmet-integrated combination personnel marker/identification light and active “Identification Friend or Foe” (IFF) includes infrared interrogation and response capabilities. The IFF function provides acquisition and processing of an incoming IR laser IFF interrogation and then sends one or more user-defined responses to the interrogator and/or the user/wearer. A photo sensor array is designed to detect and identify incoming infrared signals. The array is arranged to provide omni-directional, line-of-sight sensing over more than a full hemisphere. A detachable user feedback module comprised of a vibratory pad and cable provides a user/wearer alert when infrared interrogation has been detected. An operating status switch allows the user/wearer to confirm that the device is in an active mode.

Abstract: The device is a helmet-mounted or helmet-integrated combination personnel marker/identification light and active “Identification Friend or Foe” (IFF) infrared interrogation and response device. The IFF function provides acquisition and processing of an incoming IR laser IFF interrogation and then sends one or more user-defined responses to the interrogator and/or the user/wearer. A photo sensor array is designed to detect and identify incoming infrared signals. The array is arranged to provide omni-directional, line-of-sight sensing over more than a full hemisphere. A detachable user feedback module comprised of a vibratory pad and cable provides a user/wearer alert when infrared interrogation has been detected. An operating status switch allows the user/wearer to confirm that the device is in an active mode.

Abstract: The device is a helmet-mounted or helmet-integrated combination personnel marker/identification light and active “Identification Friend or Foe” (IFF) infrared interrogation and response device. The IFF function provides acquisition and processing of an incoming IR laser IFF interrogation and then sends one or more user-defined responses to the interrogator and/or the user/wearer. A photo sensor array is designed to detect and identify incoming infrared signals. The array is arranged to provide omni-directional, line-of-sight sensing over more than a full hemisphere. A detachable user feedback module comprised of a vibratory pad and cable provides a user/wearer alert when infrared interrogation has been detected. An operating status switch allows the user/wearer to confirm that the device is in an active mode.

Abstract: A multi-mode, multi-function marker/signaling device, capable of detachably mounting to helmets, has operating switches with positive visual and tactile cues located at opposing ends. A cover is attached to a base to provide a waterproof internal space. An electronic circuit board mounted within the waterproof space includes one or more visible and/or infrared emitters. Built-in programming provides user-defined and selectable modes of operation and multiple functions within those modes by means of serial manipulation of each switching means with a single digit. The emitters are multi-colored and/or infrared devices operating either steady ON, flashing, or coded flash, and are programmed to operate either independently or together. A replaceable battery provides power. A battery compartment is integral to and accessed from the underside (mounting surface) of the base.

Abstract: A multi-mode, multi-function marker/signaling device, capable of detachably mounting to helmets, has operating switches with positive visual and tactile cues located at opposing ends. A cover is attached to a base to provide a waterproof internal space. An electronic circuit board mounted within the waterproof space includes one or more visible and/or infrared emitters. Built-in programming provides user-defined and selectable modes of operation and multiple functions within those modes by means of serial manipulation of each switching means with a single digit. The emitters are multi-colored and/or infrared devices operating either steady ON, flashing, or coded flash, and are programmed to operate either independently or together. A replaceable battery provides power. A battery compartment is integral to and accessed from the underside (mounting surface) of the base.

Abstract: An illumination/marker system mounted on a parachute slider is shown for identification, tracking, and collision avoidance in manned and unmanned parachute operations. The system includes a variety of emission/radiation sources (luminaires), and positioned at pre-determined locations on the parachute slider. A battery provides the power source. System activation means are provided automatically upon deployment of a parachute and/or slider, and/or other sensory inputs such as altitude, motion, time, or photometrics, or manual action, on demand, by the parachutist. System deactivation means provide sensory inputs or on demand by the parachutist.