Abstract: Electronics for a shock-hardened device, in particular a data recorder, incorporating non-volatile memory. The device has the functional elements: a signal conditioning circuit, an oscillator, an analog-to-digital converter (ADC), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), a trigger, and a non-volatile memory incorporating both electrically erasable programmable read only memory (EEPROM) and fast static random access memory (SRAM). As a recorder, the electronics enable efficient and reliable data recording in extreme shock environments, e.g., those involving dynamic testing of weapons such as target penetrating bombs or dual-stage warheads. It also provides for data retention upon loss or shutdown of power to the unit and yields high mean time between failures (MTBF) figures in more benign environments.

Abstract: Provided is a low-cost robust antenna that may be discreetly integrated into an article of clothing so that it may be suitable for comfortable use with that article of clothing. The antenna is fabricated from off-the-shelf materials, some of which are commonly available at retail outlets. It may provide the same wear as a good quality piece of clothing. It also reduces electromagnetic coupling with the wearer's body, reduces apparel weight and bulk, and increases performance when compared to comparable existing systems. The frequency response, gain, or size and shape of the antenna are adjustable, within reason, to user requirements.

Abstract: Provided in a compact system is a rapid response h-q-T sensor assembly, with associated processor and holding device, for measuring temperature, T, and heat flux, q, in a severe operating environment. From measured temperatures, T, and heat flux, q, a stagnation point recovery temperature, Tr, and a heat transfer coefficient, h, may be calculated using approximation algorithms loaded in the processor. The system approximates the ideal conditions in which Tr is derived from measuring a high temperature, i.e., a zero heat flux path to ground, i.e., q=0, r=∞ and a lower wall temperature measured along an infinite heat flux path, i.e, q=∞, r=0. Although ideal conditions are not able to be duplicated, appropriate positioning of heat flux indicators and temperature indicators in the surface of a thin film on the q-h-T sensor assembly, while allowing for very short duration sampling in a hostile environment, permits a viable approximation.

Abstract: A substitute solid state device for safely initiating a sustainer motor is provided. The substitute device replaces a mechanism that is integral to a warhead. The substitute device interfaces to a telemetry package and is suitable for insertion into small housings. A specific embodiment is a substitute interface to a telemetry system incorporating a circuit for firing a sustainer motor of a small missile or rocket. The substitute interface replaces the interface and firing circuit associated with the warhead in a missile of 2.75-inch diameter, such as the STINGER missile.