Abstract: Aspects of the disclosed technology relate to an active array system that can form and steer a directed beam across its aperture. The disclosed array system utilizes a novel configuration that significantly reduces a number of transmit and receive elements. In some aspects, the disclosed array system can be configured with a modular design, for example, to permit the extension of the transmit/receive array, e.g., to increase/decrease aperture size. In other aspects, the disclosed array system may be configured to dispose the elements of either the first or second group of radiators in a modular fashion.

Abstract: A jettison device isolates an object, particularly a potentially hazardous object on a ship, platform or similar object. The jettison device includes a housing with an opening configured to face towards an outside region, and a container configured to hold one or more of the objects. The jettison device further includes a container lock and a container jettison. A ship, platform or other vessel includes at least one of the jettison devices above and at least one jettison device arranged in or near a hull surface with the opening facing a region outside the hull surface.

Abstract: Methods and system for alerting a vehicle driver via wireless communications. One or more conditions with respect to a vehicle are monitored. A change in the condition can be detected and a signal automatically and wirelessly transmitted to a computing device, wherein the signal is indicative of the change in condition(s). The driver is then alerted to the change in condition(s) in response to transmitting the signal to the computing device (e.g., a tablet computing device, smartphone, smartwatch, other wearable device, in-vehicle system, etc.) associated with the driver and/or a vehicle passenger.

Abstract: A method for producing an atomized powder of chromium carbide particles dispersed in a nickel chromium matrix in which chromium in the powder is from 55 to 92 weight percent of the powder.

Abstract: A broadloom carpet is featured that can be laid similar to modular carpet tiles, and which can be cut or severed to remove damaged portions or to gain access to the floor below the carpet. The carpet is uniquely characterized by its ability to prevent fraying and/or warping of severed flaps.