Abstract: A “Versatile Power Stack Unit” (VPSU) for controlling electrical devices such as motors for electric vehicles is disclosed. The VPSU uses a DC/DC buck-boost converter that generates output voltage. By varying the voltage according to need, the system can maintain a Pulse-Width Modulation duty cycle of 50% without introducing any ripple current or voltage into the batteries or system, while minimizing losses due to internal resistance. Any number of VPSUs can be connected one to the other in order to provide the voltage and current needed to power the electrical device. Not only does the VPSU minimize ripple current and losses due to internal resistance, but it enables recharging at low voltage and according to the needs of small numbers of batteries with minimal temperature rise during the charging, thereby extending battery lifetime and improving battery performance.

Abstract: A “Versatile Power Stack Unit” (VPSU) for controlling electrical devices such as motors for electric vehicles is disclosed. The VPSU uses a DC/DC buck-boost converter that generates output voltage. By varying the voltage according to need, the system can maintain a Pulse-Width Modulation duty cycle of 50% without introducing any ripple current or voltage into the batteries or system, while minimizing losses due to internal resistance. Any number of VPSUs can be connected one to the other in order to provide the voltage and current needed to power the electrical device. Not only does the VPSU minimize ripple current and losses due to internal resistance, but it enables recharging at low voltage and according to the needs of small numbers of batteries with minimal temperature rise during the charging, thereby extending battery lifetime and improving battery performance.

Abstract: A self-contained integrated portable vehicle tracking system that does not comprise any wired connection to any device or location external to the container unit is disclosed. The tracking system comprises a microcontroller unit (MCU); a GPS receiver in communication with said MCU; a GPS patch antenna connected to said MCU; a wireless transceiver in communication with said MCU; a power source comprising a solar cell; and a power management system. In addition, a method for determining the position of a moving vehicle with high accuracy is disclosed. Unlike methods known in the art, the method disclosed herein does not require the use of an inertial navigation system or continuous operation of a GPS. The method comprises determining the velocity of the moving object from a determination of its speed and angular velocity and correlating the signals obtained from the velocity sensors with a map data layer.

Abstract: A programmable power (PPSE) switching element including a front power transistor, a main switching transistor, and at least one reverse current blocking transistor in series, a gate of each of which is connected to a gate driver; an inductor and a shunt resistor connected in series with the transistors; a charge storage capacitor connected between ground and a junction located between the inductor and the shunt resistor; a high-speed NPN transistor, a collector of which is connected to the front power transistor and an emitter of which is connected to an output of the main switching transistor via the shunt resistor; a current measurement element in parallel to the shunt resistor; a voltage amplifier; and a high-speed MCU.

Abstract: A programmable power (PPSE) switching element including a front power transistor, a main switching transistor, and at least one reverse current blocking transistor in series, a gate of each of which is connected to a gate driver; an inductor and a shunt resistor connected in series with the transistors; a charge storage capacitor connected between ground and a junction located between the inductor and the shunt resistor; a high-speed NPN transistor, a collector of which is connected to the front power transistor and an emitter of which is connected to an output of the main switching transistor via the shunt resistor; a current measurement element in parallel to the shunt resistor; a voltage amplifier; and a high-speed MCU.

Abstract: A system and method for providing information regarding the trajectory of a projectile is disclosed. The system comprises two subsystems: a non-magnetic sleeve designed to fit over the barrel of a gun, with a series of rings of magnetic material disposed thereupon, and an onboard measurement and control system comprising at least one magnetic sensor and control electronics, located within a projectile. As the projectile passes through the sleeve, the magnetic sensors within the projectile produce signals as the projectile passes through the magnetic rings. From the time profile of the signals thus produced, the projectile's linear and angular muzzle velocities are determined.

Abstract: A method for is disclosed for using pulse-width modulated (PWM) signals in the control of a plurality of electric motors or of at least one electric motor with multiple windings. The method comprises steps of: measuring the current being drawn by each of said electric motors; transmitting signals corresponding to the current being drawn said plurality of motors to a central controller; transmitting from said central controller signals corresponding to the amount of current to be drawn by each motor, whereby the relative phases and durations of said signals are distributed according to a predetermined protocol; and repeating steps (a) through (c) while said electric motors are in operation. The distribution of PWM signals defines the total current drawn from said source of electricity as a function of time.

Abstract: A system and method for providing information regarding the trajectory of a projectile is disclosed. The system comprises two subsystems: a non-magnetic sleeve designed to fit over the barrel of a gun, with a series of rings of magnetic material disposed thereupon, and an onboard measurement and control system comprising at least one magnetic sensor and control electronics, located within a projectile. As the projectile passes through the sleeve, the magnetic sensors within the projectile produce signals as the projectile passes through the magnetic rings. From the time profile of the signals thus produced, the projectile's linear and angular muzzle velocities are determined.

Abstract: A method for is disclosed for using pulse-width modulated (PWM) signals in the control of a plurality of electric motors or of at least one electric motor with multiple windings. The method comprises steps of: measuring the current being drawn by each of said electric motors; transmitting signals corresponding to the current being drawn said plurality of motors to a central controller; transmitting from said central controller signals corresponding to the amount of current to be drawn by each motor, whereby the relative phases and durations of said signals are distributed according to a predetermined protocol; and repeating steps (a) through (c) while said electric motors are in operation. The distribution of PWM signals defines the total current drawn from said source of electricity as a function of time.