Abstract: Permanent magnet structures in several alternative forms are fabricated f multiplicities of permanent magnet segments of magnetic materials, preferably rare earth compounds, with the segments displaced radially from each other progressively along the structures elongate axes so as to produce a heliform magnetic field extending centrally in a passage through the structure.

Abstract: An optical waveguide comprises two out-diffused optical waveguide sections an in-diffused optical waveguide section, and two narrow transition region intimately connecting the out-diffused waveguide sections and the in-diffused waveguide section. This waveguide structure can decrease the level of in-plane scattering caused by surface irregularities and reduce the difficulty of coupling light into and out of the waveguide. The structure can be made to perform as a transverse magnetic mode filter and increase the intensity of light focussed into the guide beyond the limits imposed by the optical damage resistance of a strictly in-diffused waveguide.

Abstract: A device for measuring the electronic characteristics of solid electrolytes or solid-state electrochemical cells under varying conditions is provided. The device consists of two small flat plates which provide uniform physical and electrical contact with the material to be measured, a spring for applying pressure to the plates and the material, and electrical connections. The device keeps the plates rigid and parallel, and permits easy temperature measurement and handling.

Abstract: Rare earth magnet alloys are comminuted into fine particles at room tempeure up to about 400.degree. C. by placing the alloy into a vessel and pressurizing the vessel, hydriding the alloy, depressurizing the alloy to atmospheric pressure after the absorption of hydrogen and evacuating the vessel so that the absorbed hydrogen is given up leaving microfissures in the alloy, and comminution of the sample.

Abstract: An optical waveguide comprises two out-diffused optical waveguide sections, an in-diffused optical waveguide section, and two narrow transition regions intimately connecting the out-diffused waveguide sections and the in-diffused waveguide section. This waveguide structure can decrease the level of in-plane scattering caused by surface irregularities and reduce the difficulty of coupling light into and out or the waveguide. The structure can be made to perform as a transverse magnetic mode filter and increase the intensity of light focussed into the guide beyond the limits imposed by the optical damage resistance of a strictly in-diffused waveguide.

Abstract: The frequency of a piezoelectric resonator is precisely adjusted using monomolecular layer(s) of a thermally stable, low stress, uniform insulating film deposited on the active area of the resonator. The method is particularly suitable for precisely adjusting the frequencies of high frequency (i.e., very thin) resonators, and the frequencies of lateral field resonators, without degrading stability.

Abstract: A test pattern which is applied to a wafer or mask by electron beam lithophy for measuring proximity effects. The pattern comprises two lines which intersect at a small angle, for example 1.degree. so that the proximity effects of the two lines combine within the angle to displace the angle vertex by an amount much larger than the proximity effect of an isolated line. A calibration scale is provided to measure this enhanced proximity effect by viewing the pattern with an optical microscope.

Abstract: A rapid-fire electromagnetic projectile launcher. The invention features parallel disks with gaps in their peripheries. A voltage source is applied to the disks to cause current to flow in opposite directions through the disks, generating a strong repulsive force which is utilized to eject a projectile. A rotator is positioned concentric with the disks to control timing of the repulsive action and facilitate projectile reloading.

Abstract: A millimeter wavelength monolithic ferrite circulator/antenna device is pided comprising a four-sided ferrite rod having one end which is to be selectively coupled to millimeter wavelength radar transmitter and receiver apparatus and the other end coupled to a load. The rod end coupled to the radar apparatus has a pair of permanent magnets disposed on opposite sides of the rod and is shaped as a right prism having prism bases formed by sections of the rod sides on which the magnets are mounted and prism faces formed by sections of the remaining two rod sides and by the cross-section of the rod itself. The dc magnetic field produced by the magnets is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the rod and causes the prism to act as a ferrite circulator with respect to millimeter wave energy transmitted through the prism faces and along such rod axis. The remainder of the rod is utilized as a ferrite rod antenna of the leaky-wave type by providing energy emitting perturbations on one of the rod sides.

Abstract: A lightweight, portable, electromagnetic railgun. The invention features a conventional railgun coupled to a magnetic flux compression generator (MFCG) section and an injector section. The conventional railgun has two parallel metallic rails (13,15) with a bullet (25) slidably positioned between them. The bullet is rapidly projected between the rails toward a chosen target when a current flows between the rails (and through the bullet). The MFCG section provides a source of high current to the rails. The MFCG section has a piston (73) which moves between two energized bars (51,53). A magnetic field is created by current flowing in a circuit through the piston, (73) the bars (51,53) and the bullet (25). The associated magnetic flux is rapidly compressed as the piston moves between the bars. Compression of the magnetic flux produces a large current pulse which is coupled to the rails (13,15) to propel the bullet (25).

Abstract: A doubly rotated, stress and temperature compensated quartz crystal resonator. The crystal cuts are arbitrarity designated the SK1 and SK2 cuts. Lateral field excitation is used to excite only the b-mode of vibration (fast quasi-shear) and suppress the c mode (slow quasi-shear). Exclusive excitation of the b mode produces a resonator with a higher Q and lower phase noise than otherwise achievable.

Abstract: A millimeter wave switchable microstrip Y-junction circulator is provided comprising a monlithic, wye-shaped ferrite element disposed on one surface of a section of microstrip dielectric substrate having three, Y-junction oriented sections of microstrip conductor on the same one substrate surface and an electrically conductive ground plane on the opposite substrate surface. The ferrite element has a central right prism-shaped portion with two equilateral triangular-shaped prism bases and three rectangular prism faces and three downwardly-sloping arm portions which extend radially outwardly from the prism faces of the central portion. The top base of the ferrite element central portion and the top surface of the ferrite arm portions which do not rest on the substrate are provided with microstrip conductors which cooperate with the ground plane to convey millimeter wave signals applied to the three Y-junction oriented microstrip sections on the substrate to the ferrite element central portion.

Abstract: A cathode is provided for use in a lithium electrochemical cell wherein the athode includes a mix of a mixed metal-oxide prepared from V.sub.2 O.sub.5 and MoO.sub.3, conductive diluent, and aqueous based binder and wherein the mix is rolled onto a nickel screen and sintered under vacuum at about 280.degree. C.

Abstract: 1 to 2 mol dm.sup.-3 LiAsF.sub.6 in dimethylcarbonate or 1 to 2 mol dm.su3 LiAsF.sub.6 in dimethylcarbonate mixtures with methyl formate in which the mass percent of the dimethylcarbonate compound can vary from 25 mass percent to 100 mass percent is used as the electrolyte in a lithium rechargeable electrochemical cell.The cell also includes lithium as the anode and a lithium intercalating compound as the cathode.

Abstract: A cathode is provided for use in a lithium electrochemical cell including a athode mix of amorphous materials from the mixed metal oxide (V.sub.0.7 Mo.sub.0.3).sub.2 O.sub.5 and P.sub.2 O.sub.5 as the cathode active material, combined with a mixture of conductive diluent and binder and pressed into electrodes on a nickel screen and sintered under vacuum at about 280.degree. C.

Abstract: A millimeter wave microstrip Y-junction circulator is provided comprising a monolithic, wye-shaped ferrite element disposed on one surface of a section of microstrip dielectric substrate having three, Y-junction oriented sections of microstrip conductor on the same one substrate surface and an electrically conductive ground plane on the opposite substrate surface. The ferrite element has a central right prism-shaped portion with two equilateral triangular-shaped prism bases and three rectangular prism faces and three downwardly-sloping arm portions which extend radially outwardly from the prism faces of the central portion. The top base of the ferrite element central portion and the top surface of the ferrite arm portions which do not rest on the substrate are provided with microstrip conductors which cooperate with the ground plane to convey millimeter wave signals applied to the three Y-junction oriented microstrip sections on the substrate to the ferrite element central portion.

Abstract: A direct access filter includes an array of memories for processing digital signal data from signal sources such as sensors in a radar system. The parameters in a packet are tested against a predetermined set of corresponding data. Each set of data can be considered as a window. If the value of each tested parameter falls within the window, then the packet matches the filter criteria. There can be several sets of filter criteria, and hence all sets must be sequentially tested. Upon finding a filter match, two actions can result: "excision", wherein occurrence of a match results in that parameter packet being discarded from the data flow, or "track", which results in the transfer of the parameter data to a follow on processor. Processing time is saved when a match occurs and no updating of previous data is required.

Abstract: A phase scan antenna suitable for millimeter wave radar applications is pided comprising a four-sided ferrite rod having a series of electromagnetic energy emitting slots along one side of the rod. The remaining three rod sides are enclosed by a metal, channel-shaped member which is spaced from the rod by a plastic, channel-shaped substrate member, so that energy emitted from the rod side which is opposite from the slotted rod side will be reflected to pass out the slotted rod side, to thereby enhance the antenna beam produced by the slotted rod side. A magnetic biasing coil having serially-interconnected coil portions is helically wound about the metal channel-shaped member with the coil portions disposed between the slots in the first rod side to cause scanning of the antenna beam. The ferrite rod may be end fed by either dielectric waveguide sections or hollow, metallic waveguide sections.

Abstract: An improved electrolyte is provided in a lithium/sulfur dioxide rechargea cell, the electrolyte comprising a solution of a stable, highly conductive liquid electrolyte complex LiAlCl.sub.4 --3SO.sub.2 and up to about 50 percent by weight of sulfuryl chloride as a cosolvent.

Abstract: A large scale integrated semiconductor array consisting of a layout of predefined uncommitted active circuit components such as transistors which provide for logic function implementation and chip interfacing along with a region of passive circuit components used for signal and power routing. The various components are adapted to be interconnected on a single level which renders it particularly adaptable for automated layout techniques. The array is comprised of a plurality of rows of identical basic internal cells which are symmetrical and separated by an inner roadbed area consisting of at least three, but preferably five, vertical tunnel patterns, each of which is adapted to accommodate three horizontal wiring channels overhead for providing horizontal signal routing.