Abstract: An automated camera system and method are provided that are configured to search for an object emitting or reflecting a certain wavelength of light. The camera can be infrared, electro-optical, or otherwise. Image processing software is configured to isolate pixel groups in each image, wherein those pixel groups fit a wavelength or color patterns of an object being searched. The system also includes processing methods for determining the relative location of the object (GPS or other) based upon the location of the camera and the field of view of the camera. Materials can also be used to tag the object so that the object is easier to find in adverse lighting conditions. Alternatively, the tag can be a wavelength that only one group of searchers knows about, and hence the object can remain relatively hidden from others. The system can be readily mounted in an aircraft or other vehicle so that large areas can be scanned and searched.

Abstract: A multi-junction resistance strain gauge comprises a substrate; a sinterable ink deposited directly on the substrate forming a non-conductive pattern; a stripe pattern generated on the sinterable ink by sintering, the stripe pattern having one or more non-conductive gaps, the stripe pattern having a first electrical conductivity; a sintered bridge across each of the one or more gaps and providing electrical continuity through the stripe and across the gaps, each bridge having a second electrical conductivity which is lower than the first electrical conductivity. The substrate is a non-conductive material or a conductive material coated with a thin insulator on which the stripe pattern is generated. The sinterable ink is a silver ink. The first electrical conductivity and the second electrical conductivity comprise different electrical conductivity. The first electrical conductivity of the stripe is a factor of about 1.7 or more higher than the second electrical conductivity of the bridge.

Abstract: An apparatus for gathering intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance [ISR] in a hostile environment. The apparatus may be generally cylindrical to blend in with the environment, particularly with indicia which are visible to people viewing the apparatus. The apparatus may have a tinted skin which does not allow viewers to see inside. Inside the apparatus are one or more sensors which gather the ISR. The sensors may be disposed on a payload delivery mechanism having a first, retracted position inside the hollow body and extending outwardly through a port to a second position to deliver a payload to a hostile target. The sensor may be separable from the apparatus or may remain internal to the apparatus.

Abstract: A process for the microfluidic electrochemical synthesis of geminal dipseudohalide or halide-pseudohalide compounds comprising the steps of pumping a solution comprising a compound of Formula I into a microfluidic electrochemical reactor in the presence of a base, one of a halide or pseudohalide salt (MY), and a mediator; applying an electrical current through the microfluidic electrochemical reactor; and performing oxidative addition to create a geminal dipseudohalide or halide-pseudohalide compound of the general Formula II

Abstract: The present invention relates to radar systems and methods of using same that are more efficient than current radar systems and methods of using same. Such radar systems and methods of using same using employs a plurality of pluses is used to make a decision on the presence or absence of a target. Such radar system and method of using same is more efficient as the position and velocity of a potential target is carried over from pulse burst to pulse burst. Thus, the radar signal structure from the target is the same, which in turn results in a high cross correlation that can used to efficiently decide if signal return is from an actual target or is due to interference.

Abstract: A system for determining a position of a receiver from as few as two or three transmitters. The receiver may be stationary or moving with a known velocity. The system includes a receiver clock having a clock bias and a clock drift relative to a reference clock and may also include a motion sensor. A decoder receives transmitted signals from a number of transmitters and determine pseudo-ranges and transmitter frequencies therefrom and a processing unit receives the pseudo-ranges, the transmitter frequencies and the receiver velocity and determines the position of the receiver therefrom. When only two transmitters are available, the position of the receiver is determined dependent upon a known receiver clock drift. The system may also determine clock bias and, when three or more transmitters are available, receiver clock drift. The processing unit uses ranging and Doppler equations in combination, and may also use a measured velocity.

Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus related to a multijunction solar cell. The apparatus comprises a first sub-solar cell, a second sub-solar cell in series with the first sub-solar cell and one or more quantum wells. At least some of the quantum wells are disposed in a region of the first sub-solar cell, and have a thickness and a bandgap sized such that a bandgap in selected quantum wells are less than a bandgap of a material of the first sub-solar cell and greater than a bandgap of a material of the second sub-solar cell resulting in radiative coupling between the first sub-solar cell and the second sub-solar cell.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for securing a rivet to a plate having a frontside and opposed backside with tight clearance. A ductile rivet is inserted through a hole in the plate. The apparatus has a driver with a cone which intercepts a hollow, internally threaded shank of a rivet. An externally threaded fastener is inserted through the diver and threadably engaged with the rivet. The threaded fastener is rotated, compressively drawing the driver into and deforming the rivet circumferentially around the hole. A wrench may be inserted against the backside to hold the hat of the rivet in nonrotatable engagement, thereby enabling the threaded fastener to be axially drawn into the rivet in response to rotation of the threaded fastener relative to the rivet.

Abstract: A method for determining the likelihood that a pixel in a video image sequence represents true motion in the image. Light from a scene is captured to yield an original image having a sequence of frames. A prototype image is created from the original image as a geometrically accurate representation of the scene which is substantially free of contamination. A tilt variance-Gaussian mixture model and/or multi-variate Gaussian model, based upon optical turbulence statistics associated with the scene, is developed. Each pixel in the original image sequence of frames is evaluated against the prototype image using a probability density function, to yield a likelihood that the respective pixel represents true motion.

Abstract: A trailer for moving pallets on and off cargo aircraft is disclosed. The trailer includes a deck having a top surface that defines a top plane. The top of the deck has at least one pair of spaced apart forklift clearance channels therein that are disposed below the top plane of the deck and extend inward from at least one of the sides of the deck. Methods for loading and unloading pallets on and off cargo aircraft are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of detecting a presence of Francisella tularensis (F. tularensis). The method includes amplifying a first nucleic acid from said specimen using a first plurality of primers, said first plurality of primers comprising SEQ ID NO 4 and SEQ ID NO 5. When the first nucleic acid is detected, then the presence of F. tularensis is determined.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to an alignment mount for electrode device used to measure transepithelial/transendothelial electrical resistance (TEER) for cell culture models of endothelial and epithelial monolayers. The TEER electrode alignment mount includes a base having a top wall, a bottom wall and a sidewall shaped to fit within a culture tray chamber. An extension arm projects from a top wall of the base. A pair of through apertures are formed in the base on opposing sides of the arm to receive first and second electrodes therethrough, respectively. An optional adjustable sliding sleeve for changing the height of the arm can be selectively coupled to the extension arm.

Abstract: A unique seal for a wave rotor disk engine is disclosed herein. The seal is operable for sealing a region between a rotor and a rotor casing. The seal is spring loaded and will engage with the tip of the rotor to reduce pressure loss within the wave rotor disk engine.

Abstract: Methods are provided for identifying and quantifying information loss in a system due to uncertainty and analyzing the impact on the reliability of system performance. Models and methods join Fano's equality with the Data Processing Inequality in a Markovian channel construct in order to characterize information flow within a multi-component nonlinear system and allow the determination of risk and characterization of system performance upper bounds based on the information loss attributed to each component. The present disclosure additionally includes methods for estimating the sampling requirements and for relating sampling uncertainty to sensing uncertainty. The present disclosure further includes methods for determining the optimal design of components of a nonlinear system in order to minimize information loss, while maximizing information flow and mutual information.

Abstract: A system for solventless calibration of volatile or semi-volatile compounds and methods thereof. The system includes a fluid path having a first end configured to be operably coupled to a fluid source and a second end configured to be operably coupled to the analytical instrument. A solid sorbent is disposed along the fluid path and is configured to absorb an analyte. The flow of fluid along the fluid path from the first end to the second end causes absorbed analyte to be desorbed from the solid sorbent at a desired concentration to the instrument.

Abstract: The present invention relates to deployable origami structures and methods of making and using same. Such deployable origami structures can be folded into a compact state utilizing origami, yet easily deployed as the structures comprise pseudo-elastic connectors. Additive manufacturing techniques can be used to make such deployable origami structures as such techniques can lower cost and structure weight.

Abstract: A magazine for loading projectiles into a launch assembly by gravity feed. The magazine has a plurality blades radially extending from a central axis and defining a like plurality of compartments in an axially rotatable ring. The ring rests upon a stationary deck plate having a hole for gravity feed of the projectile into the launch assembly below. Projectiles having different fight characteristics are deposited into the compartments at a safe location, supported by the deck plate and the launch assembly with an associated device are transported to a hostile environment. A first projectile is launched by the launch assembly in a longitudinal direction. The launch assembly is retracted, automatically indexing the rotatable ring and dropping the next projectile through the hole and into the launch assembly for subsequent launch.

Abstract: The present invention relates to diagnostic device for the characterization of electromagnetic material properties and a method of making and using same. Unlike current diagnostic devices, the diagnostic device comprises a novel waveguide system and is suitable for the characterization of electromagnetic material properties such as permittivity, permeability, and the loss tangent of materials over a broad temperature and pressure range.

Abstract: A mounting system is provided for mounting a forward package on the front of a munition. The front of the munition has a plate joined thereto with a beveled aft peripheral surface. The forward package includes a housing that has an aft portion defined by side walls that provides an opening at the rear of the housing. The aft portion of the housing is configured to fit around the periphery of the plate. Fasteners are provided that are engageable with the beveled surface, and are configured to temporarily hold the housing adjacent the forward surface of the plate while permitting rotational adjustment of the housing relative to the plate.

Abstract: A rotating detonation combustor (RDC) and an associated system is disclosed herein. The RDC can be operably coupled with a vehicle to provide additional power capability over the primary motive power source. The RDC can be operated on demand to provide power to a turbine connected to an electrical power generator in some forms. The RDC can be used in stationary systems as well as moving vehicle systems.