Abstract: An improved user computer interface visual display workstation (UCIVDWS) system and an improved method for carrying out the system that concerns a common, password controlled UCIVDWS of the system for selectively controlling and monitoring one or more computer site arrangements; with each computer site being controllable in multi-mission fashion whether any computer site arrangement is arranged locally to or remote from the workstation arrangement; and even if any computer site arrangement has a different operating system from either any other system computer site arrangement or the system workstation itself. Moreover, the visual display at the workstation is generally made up of a multi-section, multi-formatted configuration such that certain sections of the workstation display have a plurality of user selectable function button.

Abstract: An improved method for executing a computer system novel software (SW) pram along with an enhanced series of five different data base logic tables that produce one or more tailored contracting documents (CDs) each with correctly selected Government Agency Regulation clauses (GARCs). In carrying out the method and producing any tailored CD, a multiline item (M/LI) multi-data field (M/DF) configuration table (CT) is formed when a user provides input data as well as from the data base selects categories and selectively answers questions. Then a M/LI M/DF logic test table (LTT) enables logic analysis either by itself as to any line item or in conjunction with a CT or a M/LI M/DF logic test results table (LTRT) all during a SW cycle (SWC). The SWC also permits analysis of certain test results of the LTRT prior to the LTRT coordinating with a logic test name table (LTNT) so as to enable formation of a M/LI M/DF pattern table (PT) having alpha-numeric identification of one or more correctly selected GARCs.

Abstract: An improved launching system for use on a platform and for selectively and ontrollably dispensing one or more elements of predetermined shape in carrying out its mission as used on any suitable platform; such as, e.g., an aircraft. The system is generally made up of elongated sleeve means being closed at one end and also having an aerodynamic profile as required. Depending upon the requirements of the system, it can be provided with external or internal control means. The system is generally comprised of selectively programmable motor-driven, feed-screw propelling means. The propelling means is arranged within the sleeve means such that the propelling means when in a retracted position provides a chamber for receiving one or more elements to be temporarily stored in nested but axially aligned relation to each other until selectively dispensed.

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved optical communication system having an enhanced wide-core single-mode planar waveguide for transmitting a single-mode light wave in a unique manner. The system is generally made up of light-wave source means, the aforementioned waveguide and receiving means. The waveguide is generally made up of an inhomogeneous wide-core means of block-like configuration and opposed cladding means where one set of opposed sides of the waveguide are provided with the cladding means. The cladding means has a constant permittivity. The core means has an inhomogeneous permittivity profile, a part of which is greater than the cladding means permittivity and another part of which is less than the cladding means permittivity. The analogy of quantum mechanics with optics can provide an algorithm for an equivalent inhomogeneous quantum potential formula of curvilinear shape.

Abstract: An improved high frequency selective multimode/multiconfigurable data acqition and reduction processor (DARP) system for analyzing more than one high frequency multibit sample data word stream (SDWSM) input from a digital data source arrangement being evaluated. As the result of this analysis, one or more sample data words of any SDWSM are accepted, time-tagged and stored for further analysis in evaluating the arrangement. The DARP system is generally made up of a host computer (HC), a plurality of trigger elements (TEs) and an asynchronous time-tag generator. Each TE is generally comprised of a master control board, a plurality of three trigger boards and a TE memory. The DARP system is advantageously provided with a plurality of five primary modes for each TE as well as various secondary modes therefor.

Abstract: An improved fragmentable warhead of modular construction for a missile and he like, that is generally made up of an intermediate warhead missile section and an explosive cartridge. The cartridge is selectively removable from the missile section thereby permitting the missile to be without an explosive charge until the missile is ready for tactical use. Moreover, the cartridge is of composite construction such that the outer shell of the cartridge is advantageously composed of an admixture of a suitable resin and a graphite material. By reason of this admixture the shell is not only of thin wall construction and of sufficient strength for handling the cartridge during storage and assembly, but also has sufficient electric characteristics so that the cartridge will not have electrostatic buildup that would detonate its explosive during handling and storage of the cartridge prior to assembly to a missile section.

Abstract: This disclosure teaches a battery powered security indicating device which ttaches to the drawer of a safe. Sensors send drawer position and combination dial rotation signals to a microprocessor which in turn provides audio and or visual indication to the operator indicating when the drawer is open, when it is properly closed and when it is improperly locked.

Abstract: An improved microwave pulsed and computer-operated resonance chamber system for obtaining various parameters for a multimode chamber with or without a specimen therein. The system is generally made up of a continuous microwave signal source arrangement for transmitting a series of pulses to the interior of the chamber at one point thereof. A detector for sensing a transient relaxation response curve after each pulse in the chamber where the sensing is effected at a second point in the chamber and where the curve is representative of the relative field strength in the chamber. In one embodiment of the system the carrier frequency of the series of pulses is selectively adjusted so as to alter the multimode characteristics of the chamber in order to provide different transient relaxation response curves by the chamber. In a second and third embodiment of the system, selective rotatable tuning means is provided at a third relatively spaced point in the chamber for altering the mode characteristics thereof.

Abstract: An improved parallel-to-serial-data interface-adaptor that is generally m up of master and slave data processors having master and slave microprocessors, master and slave multibit latches, and separate pairs of read only and random access memories for both the master and slave processors. A data input/output (I/O) bus and an address bus are provided for interconnecting various elements of either the master or slave processors. An interface advantageously interconnects the slave data I/O bus with the master data I/O bus. The master microprocessor advantageously functions to selectively process the master parallel data input when received so that it is compatible with a serial data processor when the selectively processed parallel data input is converted to serial format by a parallel-to-serial-data converter.

Abstract: Improved radar guidance system for the navigation apparatus of an aircraft s it flies over substantially flat terrain with random and different features. The system is generally made up of an airborne radar altimeter, a video signal processor and a master processor. The altimeter transmits a series of pulses at predetermined time intervals for impacting a plurality of spaced points along the aircraft ground track. The echo signal of each pulse-impacted point processor divides the amplified signal into corresponding signals. A comparator of the signal processor transforms one of the divided signals into a constant output. A track and hold arrangement of the signal processor correlates the delayed leading edge of the comparator output with the other of the divided signals so as to determine a point of intersection therebetween.

Abstract: An improved battery tester for determining the acceptability of a Lithium lfur Dioxide (LiSO.sub.2) storage battery at a given temperature and with one or more cells therein. The tester is generally made up of a first comparison circuit having a series of series interconnected components, namely a comparator, first and second flip-flops, and an AND gate. A first resistor is parallel connected to the first comparison circuit. A second comparison circuit is also parallel connected to the first comparison circuit and is generally made up of a series of series interconnected components, namely a second resistor, a capacitor, a buffer, and a second comparator. A first switch is connected to the first resistor and a second switch is parallel connected to the second comparison circuit between the capacitor and the buffer.

Abstract: Improved fluid pressure discharge safety system for automatically detecting nd simultaneously suppressing opposed exhaust streams of an accidentally fired and stored missile. The system is generally made up of first and second nozzles for discharging sprays of fluid under pressure. The first nozzle is provided with an exhaust detection arrangement. This arrangement includes a discharge control plug that maintains the first and second nozzles in a securely closed condition for preventing discharge of pressure fluid from either nozzle. However, the detection arrangement, when impacted by an exhaust stream, causes ejection of the fluid pressure discharge control plug from the first nozzle thereby opening the first nozzle for discharge of pressure fluid therefrom. A first valve of novel construction is operatively associated with the plug and controls the operation of a second valve. The second valve controls the discharge of pressure fluid from the second nozzle.

Abstract: An improved and repetitively operable gaseous-propellant gun system for lching one or more projectiles to strike a target, especially a relatively high-speed target at close range. The system is generally made up of a housing having a chamber therein with enlarged and reduced chamber portions. A double-acting piston includes enlarged and reduced tandem pistons for advancement in opposite directions within the chamber. A gaseous source means controls the admittance or release of a lightweight gaseous medium to the reduced chamber portion. A projectile support and handling arrangement functions to securely position a projectile in the barrel bore. A forced air inlet and exhaust subassembly not only admits a first volume of air to be compressed between the enlarged piston and the housing but also admits a second volume of air between the enlarged and reduced pistons so as to biasingly urge the double-acting piston towards the enlarged chamber end of the housing.

Abstract: Improved gun-firing system for electrically augmenting the energy released y ignited propellant of the system so as to increase the velocity of the projectile as it launches from the system thereby increasing the probability that it will strike a fast-moving target. The system is generally made up of a barrel and a breech. The breech is provided with a firing chamber for receiving a projectile and an ignitable propellant. In one embodiment, the breech of the system is generally comprised of a detonator, a pair of relatively spaced pressure-responsive switches and a helically wound electromagnetic coil. A power supply is connected by an interlock to the switches and coil such that the coil is not energized until both switches close. These switches close in response to the pressure of the plasma that has been progressively formed from igniting the propellant in the breech chamber.

Abstract: A drag stabilizer for a towed airborne cylindrical object comprises a fla body of a closed cell foam, an attachment plate that is connected to the towed object and has a central post for holding the flared foam body, and a securing plate that is connected to the center post, thereby holding the foam body on the center post.

Abstract: Improved double-stage air filter of modular construction for attachment been aligned openings of a spaced double wall structure in order to supply filtered air flow to a controlled area. The filter is generally made up of casing means and combined plate and sleeve means. Both the casing means and plate means are provided with a flange means. The sleeve means is provided with a series of perforations and the plate means flange means is provided with a plurality of relatively spaced slots. The casing means flange means is affixed to the outer wall so that the casing means extends between the walls. The plate means includes retainer means that is affixed to the inner wall so that the sleeve means is inserted in the casing means. Inner and outer filter means for cleaning and purifying an air flow are disposed about the sleeve means. Retainer means are connected to the casing means flange means so as to hold the filter means in sealing engagement between the last mentioned retainer means and the plate means.

Abstract: Improved manually operable and remotely controlled tool for selectively rving or installing connector ends of a clustered arrangement of interconnected cables of an electric terminal assembly. The tool is generally made up of hub means and opposed jaw means. One end of elongated sleeve means is affixed to the hub means while the other end is connected to first handle means. Shaft means is rotatably disposed in the sleeve means with one end of the shaft means affixed to cam means and the other end to second handle means that is freely disposed in an aperture of the first handle means. During tool use, the user normally grips both handle means and maneuvers the hub and jaw means between a series of cables on one side of an electric terminal assembly having a plurality of interconnected cables until the jaw means are disposed about a selected cable of the series of cables.

Abstract: An improved explosive warhead casing of novel fragmentation design that can e tailored for use with an increased number of weapons and thus impact a greater variety of targets with enhanced effectiveness. The casing is generally made up of a plurality of stacked ring-like elements. The adjacent outer peripheral portions of adjoining stacked elements are metallurgically bonded together in precise fashion such as by a laser device so as to form a unitized casing. A series of relatively spaced and longitudinally extending grooves are preferably formed on and about both the interior and exterior annular surfaces of the casing. Further, the series of grooves together with the bonds between the elements all cooperate to form a plurality of novel-shaped fragments where the configuration of each explosively formed fragment is subject to less distortion, metal flow, micro cracking, etc.; thereby approaching, with greater degree, the intended design configuration for each fragment.

Abstract: A serial data word processing arrangement which can be used as a hand held security access control is disclosed. A microprocessor and electronically erasable and programmable red only memory chips (EEPROM), are used in a novel manner for storing security codes or other data resulting in a device that retains memory even after loss of power.

Abstract: Improved passive and laser-conditioned magnetic field sensor of compact and integrated construction for enabling the detection of a magnetic field as well as an improved method of manufacture for assembling and selectively pretensioning a subassembly in order to provide an enhanced formation of the subassembly prior to use. The sensor is generally made up of a magnetic field sensing device, first and second fiber-optic elements, first and second couplers, a laser source and a combined detector and analysis means. The first and second couplers interconnect the first and second fiber-optic elements. The magnetic field sensing device is advantageously connected to one of the fiber-optic elements and is generally made up of a magneto-strictive material (MSM) of ribbon-like shape, a nonmagnetic substrate and a sensing element of optic fiber construction. This element is of predetermined and selective multistrand design between its ends and of generally serpentine shape.