Abstract: A system or a method for providing pacing guidance to an individual for a particular activity based on a physiological strain index (PSI) or an adaptive physiological strain index (aPSI). The system in at least one embodiment includes a heart rate monitor, a memory storing multiple pacing templates, a clock, an activity completion module, an output device, and a processor configured to perform multiple steps resulting in outputting pacing information to the individual. The pacing information selected in at least one embodiment is based on the individual's heart rate that provides in part a PSI or aPSI, the elapsed time for the activity, and the amount of progress through the activity.

Abstract: A process for preparing a stable LixMn2-yMeyO4-zClz material with a MOb or MMnaOb charge transfer catalyst coating is provided, where Me is Fe, Co, or Ni and M is Bi, As, or Sb. In addition, a LixMn2-yMeyO4-zClz material with a MOb or MMnaOb charge transfer catalyst coating is provided. Furthermore, a lithium or lithium ion rechargeable electrochemical cell is provided, which includes a cathode material (in a positive electrode) containing a LixMn2-yMeyO4-zClz material with a MOb or MMnaOb charge transfer catalyst coating.

Abstract: Priority assignment embodiments are discussed. In one embodiment, a system comprises a comparison component configured to make a first comparison of a first message of a message set against a mission with regard to a similarity of the first message to the mission to produce a first message similarity result and make a second comparison of a second message of the message set against the mission with regard to a similarity of the second message to the mission to produce a second message similarity result. The system also comprises a priority component configured to assign a transfer priority order among the first message and the second message through use of the first message similarity result and the second message similarity result, where the transfer priority order is based, at least in part, on the more similar a message is to the mission the higher priority given to the message.

Abstract: Cold spray devices and systems are disclosed. They include a flowpath having an inlet adapted for receiving communication with two or more inputs and an outlet adapted to discharge the two or more inputs. A discharge nozzle may be included in the flowpath of the outlet and a confluence may be included in the flowpath at the inlet for combining the two or more inputs. A nozzle body houses the discharge nozzle separate and downstream from the confluence of the two inputs.

Abstract: A graft containing a scaffold that includes a matrix in which are positioned mesenchymal progenitor cells (MPCs) has the capacity to substantially improve wound healing, including wounds resulting from injury to nerve, bone and vascular tissue. MPCs can be harvested from debrided muscle tissue following orthopaedic trauma. The traumatized muscle-derived progenitor cells are a readily available autologous cell source that can be utilized to effect or improve wound healing in a variety of therapeutic settings and vehicles.

Abstract: A process for joining dissimilar materials. The process includes providing a first component made from a first material and a second component made from a second material. The process also includes cold spraying a bead of the second material onto the first component and joining the second component to the bead on the first component such that a weldment is formed from the first component and the second component. In some instances, joining of the second component to the bead on the first component is performed by fusion welding the bead and the second component together.

Abstract: A process for preparing a stable Group VIII Period 4 element (iron, cobalt, or nickel) “B” site and chlorine “O” site modified lithium manganese-based AB2O4 spinel cathode material is provided. The general formula of the “B” and “O” site modified lithium manganese-based AB2O4 spinel is LixMn2-yMyO4-z(Clz) where M is Fe, Co or Ni. In addition, a Group VIII Period 4 element (iron, cobalt, or nickel) “B” site and chlorine “O” site modified lithium manganese-based AB2O4 spinel cathode material is provided. Furthermore, a lithium or lithium ion rechargeable electrochemical cell is provided, incorporating the Group VIII Period 4 element (iron, cobalt, or nickel) “B” site and chlorine “O” site modified lithium manganese-based AB2O4 spinel cathode material in a positive electrode.

Abstract: Linear movement of a heel strike sequence for a shoe insole can be converted into rotational movement. This rotational movement can cause rotation of an interior of a generator. Rotation of this interior of the generator can cause an electricity to be generated and outputted. The generator can be considered a source of damping, so at the start of the heel strike sequence the generator can be non-engaged. After some time, the generator can be engaged and in turn rotate. This can allow for standing inertia to be more quickly overcome.

Abstract: An ammunition round comprises an optimized projectile incorporating a hardened penetrator and an explosive self-destruct mechanism for a medium caliber high rate of fire round. The ammunition round incorporates a hardened segment penetrator followed by a pyrotechnically initiated high explosive warhead that substantially increases the effective range and terminal performance against RAM targets. The hardened segment penetrator localizes the kinetic energy of the projectile to increase target penetration prior to the initiation of the high explosive warhead.

Abstract: The present invention is a self-regenerating biofilter. The biofilter tank receives untreated water through an intake inlet, filters it through a filtration mass and expels purified water through an output outlet. The filtration mass includes gravel and activated carbon layers separated by a mesh screen. A compressed air line is located below the mesh screen. Periodically, the biofilter self-cleans by opening a flush valve that expels a flush water stream carrying debris. The biofilter self-regenerates by periodically stopping filtration for a time, allowing biological matter left on the activated carbon to degrade into biomass. Periodically, the biofilter removes and flushes out biomass by application of water or a combination of air and water.

Abstract: Toughened polymeric materials and methods of forming toughened polymeric materials are provided herein. In some embodiments, a method of forming toughened polymeric materials may include preparing a branched polymeric additive; mixing the branched polymeric additive with a polymer to form a polymeric mixture, wherein the branched polymeric molecule either mixes and/or bonds with the polymer to reduce mobility in the polymer; and curing the polymeric mixture. In some embodiments, a toughened polymeric material comprises a polymer network; and a branched polymeric molecule bonded to the polymer network.

Abstract: Provided are processes for the sensitive detection of the presence of, absence of, and optionally the identity of, one or more chemical agents. The processes use the binding of chemical agents to a metal organic framework or metal oxide/hydroxide electrically connected to a pair of electrodes to detect low levels of chemical in a sample. By exposing the surface of the metal organic framework or the surface of the metal oxide/hydroxide to the chemicals and then measuring changes in impedance magnitude and/or phase shift through electrical impedance spectroscopy, the presence of a chemical agent is readily detected.

Abstract: An apparatus for isolating corneal endothelial cells (CECs) includes a housing with an interior wall that defines a hollow interior of the housing. At least four fluid channels are formed in the housing with two of the channels terminating in respective openings in an upper portion of the interior wall and two of the channels terminating in respective jets in the upper portion of the interior wall. A convex projection is centrally located on the circular base of the hollow interior and is configured to receive an inverted cornea. A circular insert for the housing has an opening therein in which the convex projection projects when the insert is mated with the lower portion of the interior wall. CECs are harvested from the inverted cornea.

Abstract: A method and device for training a canine to detect certain compounds is disclosed. A training aid material delivery device (TAMDD) includes a reservoir for a compound and capillary tube for allowing the diffusion of the compound into a testing area. Dimensions of the capillary tube can be changed to alter the diffusion rate and total diffused quantity of a compound. A trainer uses a series of smaller diameter and/or longer length capillary tubes to train the canine's scent detection ability. The TAMDD is low cost, comprised of durable and inert materials, has customizable emission rates, and delivers a consistent scent/odor profile during training sessions.

Abstract: A reflective afocal switching assembly permits variable fields of view while at the same time providing a common axis and mechanism to achieve an optical de-roll of the image. This complex arrangement provides a relatively large change in magnification for an all-reflective optical system than can image over 0.4-12.0 micron spectrum.

Abstract: High-density thermodynamically stable nanostructured copper-based metallic systems, and methods of making, are presented herein. A ternary high-density thermodynamically stable nanostructured copper-based metallic system includes: a solvent of copper (Cu) metal; that comprises 50 to 95 atomic percent (at. %) of the metallic system; a first solute metal dispersed in the solvent that comprises 0.01 to 50 at. % of the metallic system; and a second solute metal dispersed in the solvent that comprises 0.01 to 50 at. % of the metallic system. The internal grain size of the solvent is suppressed to no more than 250 nm at 98% of the melting point temperature of the solvent and the solute metals remain uniformly dispersed in the solvent at that temperature. Processes for forming these metallic systems include: subjecting powder metals to a high-energy milling process, and consolidating the resultant powder metal subjected to the milling to form a bulk material.

Abstract: Systems, methods, architectures, mechanisms or apparatus for receiving and storing electromagnetic pulses using photonics includes a transmission unit transmitting electromagnetic pulses; an antenna receiving electromagnetic pulses reflected from a target; an optical recirculation loop for storing replica received electromagnetic pulses; and a processor for extracting target related phase information from the replica received electromagnetic pulses.

Abstract: Various embodiments are described that relate to random number generation. When a desire arises for a random number a circuit can be completed with a reverse biased semiconductor-junction element. When the circuit is completed an analog voltage spike can be produced that is random due to properties of the reverse biased semiconductor-junction element. This analog voltage spike can be converted into a digital value that serves as the random number. The digital value can be outputted and used as the random number.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, a pile bridge assembly includes first and second pile brackets for rigid mounting onto first and second piles of a pier; a cap bracket sub-assembly for rigid mounting onto a beam of the pier supported by the first and second piles; a first compression arm rotatably connected (i) at a first end to the first pile bracket and (ii) at a second end to the cap bracket sub-assembly; and a second compression arm rotatably connected (i) at a first end to the second pile bracket and (ii) at a second end to the cap bracket sub-assembly. The pile bridge assembly restores the load capacity of damaged or degraded piers. The cap bracket sub-assembly can include first and second cap brackets, and the pile bridge assembly can further include one or more tension-managing straps.

Abstract: The invention is a method and system which uses photogrammetric data and functions to perform image-based deconstruction of 3D point cloud data sets. These standard image formats from associated metadata can be easily serialized, transmitted, and subsequently reconstructed using established stereo photogrammetric methods.