Abstract: Pharmaceutical formulations that can include at least one genetically modified OPH enzyme are provided. Methods for treating chemical warfare agent exposure are also provided. Modified biomolecules are also provided.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides electron source devices, electron source assemblies, and/or methods for generating electrons. The generated electrons can be used to facilitate spectroscopy, such as mass spectrometry, including mass selection or ion mobility.

Abstract: Radiation source localization systems and related techniques are provided to improve the operation of handheld or unmanned mobile sensor or survey platforms. A radiation source localization system includes a logic device configured to communicate with a communications module and a directional radiation detector, where the communications module is configured to establish a wireless communication link with a base station associated with the directional radiation detector and/or a mobile sensor platform, and the directional radiation detector includes a sensor assembly configured to provide directional radiation sensor data as the directional radiation detector is maneuvered within a survey area.

Abstract: This specification describes systems for unmanned aerial vehicle carrying and deployment. In some examples, an unmanned vehicle includes a drive system and a chassis. The chassis includes a platform for carrying an unmanned aerial vehicle and a retainer configured to secure the unmanned aerial vehicle to the platform while the drive system drives the unmanned vehicle. The clamping system includes at least a first rotating bar and a protrusion from the first rotating bar.

Abstract: Systems for identifying threat materials such as CBRNE threats and locations are provided. The systems can include a data acquisition component configured to determine the presence of a CBRNE threat; data storage media; and processing circuitry operatively coupled to the data acquisition device and the storage media. Methods for identifying a CBRNE threat are provided. The methods can include: determining the presence of a CBRNE threat using a data acquisition component; and acquiring an image while determining the presence of the CBRNE threat. Methods for augmenting a real-time display to include the location and/or type of CBRNE threat previously identified are also provided. Methods for identifying and responding to CBRNE threats are provided as well.

Abstract: A method for controlling an unmanned aerial vehicle within a flight operating space. The unmanned aerial vehicle includes one or more sensor arrays on each spar. The method includes determining, using a plurality of sensor arrays, a flight path for the unmanned aerial vehicle. The method also includes receiving, by at least one sensor array of the plurality of sensor arrays, sensor data identifying at least one object in the operating space. The sensor data is transmitted over a communications bus connecting components of the UAV. The method further includes determining, by one or more processors onboard the unmanned aerial vehicle, a flight path around the at least one object. The method also includes generating, by the one or more onboard processors, a first signal to cause the unmanned aerial vehicle to navigate within the operating space around the at least one object.

Abstract: A method for unmanned delivery of an item to a desired delivery location includes receiving, at an unmanned vehicle, first data representative of an approximate geographic location of the desired delivery location, receiving, at the unmanned vehicle, second data representative of a fiducial expected to be detectable at the desired delivery location, using the first data to operate the unmanned vehicle to travel to the approximate geographic location of the desired delivery location, upon arriving at the approximate geographic location of the desired delivery location, using the second data to operate the unmanned vehicle to detect the fiducial; and upon detecting the fiducial, using the fiducial to operate the unmanned vehicle to deliver the item.

Abstract: In an aspect, in general, a spooling apparatus includes a filament feeding mechanism for deploying and retracting filament from the spooling apparatus to an aerial vehicle, an exit geometry sensor for sensing an exit geometry of the filament from the spooling apparatus, and a controller for controlling the feeding mechanism to feed and retract the filament based on the exit geometry.

Abstract: Systems for identifying threat materials such as CBRNE threats and locations are provided. The systems can include a data acquisition component configured to determine the presence of a CBRNE threat; data storage media; and processing circuitry operatively coupled to the data acquisition device and the storage media. Methods for identifying a CBRNE threat are provided. The methods can include: determining the presence of a CBRNE threat using a data acquisition component; and acquiring an image while determining the presence of the CBRNE threat. Methods for augmenting a real-time display to include the location and/or type of CBRNE threat previously identified are also provided. Methods for identifying and responding to CBRNE threats are provided as well.

Abstract: An unmanned ground vehicle includes a main body, a drive system supported by the main body, a manipulator arm pivotally coupled to the main body, and a sensor module. The drive system includes right and left driven track assemblies mounted on right and left sides of the main body. The manipulator arm includes a first link coupled to the main body, an elbow coupled to the first link, and a second link coupled to the elbow. The elbow is configured to rotate independently of the first and second links. The sensor module is mounted on the elbow.

Abstract: Various techniques are disclosed for encoding and communicating detection results. In one example, a device includes a detector configured to capture measurement data in response to an external source. The device further includes one or more processors. The detection device further includes one or more memories including instructions stored therein, which when executed by the one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to perform operations. The operations include analyzing the measurement data to generate detection results. The operations further include generating a quick response (QR) code encoding at least a portion the detection results. The operations further include providing the QR code for access by an external device. Additional devices and related methods are also provided.

Abstract: A mobile robot includes a robot chassis having a forward end, a rearward end and a center of gravity. The robot includes a driven support surface to propel the robot and first articulated arm rotatable about an axis located rearward of the center of gravity of the robot chassis. The arm is pivotable to trail the robot, rotate in a first direction to raise the rearward end of the robot chassis while the driven support surface propels the chassis forward in surmounting an obstacle, and to rotate in a second opposite direction to extend forward beyond the center of gravity of the robot chassis to raise the forward end of the robot chassis and invert the robot endwise.

Abstract: Various techniques are provided to detect the direction and location of one or more radiation sources. In one example, a system includes a plurality of radiation detectors configured to receive radiation from a radiation source. A first one of the radiation detectors is positioned to at least partially occlude a second one of the radiation detectors to attenuate the radiation received by the second radiation detector. The system also includes a processor configured to receive detection information provided by the first and second radiation detectors in response to the radiation, and determine a direction of the radiation source using the detection information. A modular system including gamma radiation detectors and neutron radiation detectors and related methods are also provided. In some cases, radiation source type may be determined in addition to or separate from radiation source direction.

Abstract: Systems for identifying threat materials such as CBRNE threats and locations are provided. The systems can include a data acquisition component configured to determine the presence of a CBRNE threat; data storage media; and processing circuitry operatively coupled to the data acquisition device and the storage media. Methods for identifying a CBRNE threat are provided. The methods can include: determining the presence of a CBRNE threat using a data acquisition component; and acquiring an image while determining the presence of the CBRNE threat. Methods for augmenting a real-time display to include the location and/or type of CBRNE threat previously identified are also provided. Methods for identifying and responding to CBRNE threats are provided as well.

Abstract: The present teachings relate generally to a small remote vehicle having rotatable flippers and a weight of less than about 10 pounds and that can climb a conventional-sized stairs. The present teachings also relate to a small remote vehicle can be thrown or dropped fifteen feet onto a hard/inelastic surface without incurring structural damage that may impede its mission. The present teachings further relate to a small remote vehicle having a weight of less than about 10 pounds and a power source supporting missions of at least 6 hours.

Abstract: Doped metal oxide compositions are provided that consist essentially of: fluoride; alumina; and less than 10% H2O. Detoxification reactions are provided that can include a mixture of less than 50% by weight doped metal oxide composition and chemical warfare agent. Cartridges are provided that can include a doped metal oxide composition, the composition including: fluoride and alumina. Methods for detoxifying a chemical warfare agent are also provided. The methods can include exposing the chemical warfare agent to a doped metal oxide composition, wherein the doped metal oxide composition is less than 50% by mass of the chemical warfare agent.