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Innovative Modular Propulsion for Multi-Mission Space Vehicles

Company: PnP Innovations, Inc Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: ABSTRACT: Early spacecraft were very expensive and took many years to painstakingly develop. The high cost and infrequency of space launches fostered a culture of exquisite performance at exquisite prices. With space access and usage becoming more prevalent, the modern metrics of development speed… more

Thermal Control for Operationally Responsive Space (ORS) Satellites

Company: LoadPath, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2
Abstract: ABSTRACT: This effort will provide both a rapid, satellite thermal modeling tool and deployable radiator system specific to Responsive Space needs. The thermal analysis tool will allow users to make rapid decisions and apply appropriate hardware from a specific RS thermal toolbox. The deployable… more

Broadband High Operating Temperature Strained Layer Superlattice Focal Plane Arrays (FPA)

Company: SK Infrared LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: ABSTRACT: In this proposal, SK Infrared LLC (SKI), a spin off from the Krishna Infrared Detector (KIND) laboratory at the University of New Mexico, is teaming up with Raytheon Vision System (RVS) to develop a flat top broadband high operating temperature mid wave infrared and long wave infrared… more

Remote Assistance for HIV Antiretroviral Adherence

Company: K AND A WIRELESS, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 2
Abstract: DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): This SBIR project is developing a system capable of remotely monitoring, in real-time, the adherence of an HIV patient to Antiretroviral therapy (ART). ART is a medication regimen that once started, needs to be followedfor the rest of the patient's life. ART… more

Load-Bearing Inflatables Using Light-Curing Rigidization Technology

Company: Adherent Technologies, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NASA / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: NASA is soliciting new concepts for lightweight stabilized inflatables in regards to low weight, high storage density, and ease of deployment. What most of the inflatable concepts are lacking is the ability for integrated structural members that do not require permanent inflation pressure. Any… more

Emission Control System for Small Boilers

Company: Adherent Technologies, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: EPA / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: New pollution control technologies are needed for small oil- and coal-fired industrial boiler located throughout the United States. Although each unit is relatively small, the vast number of these units creates a significant air pollution source, especially in heavily populated areas, that emits… more

Catalytic Emissions Reduction Systems for Outdoor Wood Boilers

Company: Adherent Technologies, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: EPA / SBIR / 2012 / 2
Abstract: There is growing concern about the particulate pollution emitted by outdoor wood-fired boilers (0WBs) and their related health effects. These systems are also referred to as outdoor wood-fired hydronic heaters or outdoor wood-fired furnaces. There are currently over 500,000 OWBs installed, primarily… more

Optimization of Active Polarimeters for ATR

Company: ADVANCED OPTICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2
Abstract: Despite its sensitivity to diverse shape, surface, and material properties, laser polarimetry is one of the primary remaining remote-sensing modalities yet to be effectively utilized. The traditional limitations of laser polarimetry in a field sensor have been 1) making efficient use of… more

ATA Tactical Inertial Reference Unit

Company: Applied Technology Associates Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2
Abstract: ABSTRACT: All High Energy Laser (HEL) systems require accurate pointing and precise stabilization of the laser beam to be effective. HEL systems hosted on aircraft pose an additional challenge to beam stabilization efforts due to the harsh linear and angular vibration environments inherent in such… more

Acquisition Tracking and Pointing Technologies

Company: Applied Technology Associates Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2
Abstract: ATA proposes to develop, test and deliver an Optical Inertial Reference Unit (OIRU) called the MSTAR Inertial Reference Unit with DRGs (MIRU-D). The MIRU-D will incorporate four ATA ARS-14s and four Boeing MEMS DRGs on the inertially stable side of the MIRU-D. The efforts in Phase II will lay the… more

Novel Directed Energy Options in Ballistic Missile Defense

Company: ASR Corporation Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / STTR / 2012 / 2
Abstract: High power microwave (HPM) sources have been developed over the past few decades for many important DoD missions ranging from electronic warfare to intentional EMI to impulse radar. One important area of development for HPM devices is ballistic missile defense (BMD). HPM systems and techniques may… more

Pulse Power and Energy Sources for High Power Microwave and High Power Laser

Company: ASR Corporation Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: Since there is no clear final configuration, ASR has chosen to contemplate a design concept to be accomplished during a potential Phase II award along with a Phase I work plan to demonstrate feasibility of the Phase II concept. ASR proposes to develop an HPM source for deployment into the MLRS M26… more

Compact Efficient Electrically Small Broadband Antennas

Company: ASR Corporation Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2
Abstract: Recent advances in electrically small antennas have been proposed for a range of communications applications. In general these antennas have wide impedance bandwidths, but low efficiency and power handling capabilities. Recently members of our team at the University of Arizona have developed a class… more

Intelligent Trace Analysis for Automatic Extraction of Analog Seismographic Data

Company: Retriever Technology, Lp Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOE / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: Seismic detection systems are one of the primary means used to monitor subsurface nuclear explosions. Consequently, the study of previous seismic events provides a critical underpinning for ongoing nonproliferation efforts. In this proposal, Retriever Technology will continue its efforts to develop… more

STTR Phase I: Autonomous Cognitive Radios for Smart Communications for First Responders

Company: K&A Wireless, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NSF / STTR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: This Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Phase I project seeks to develop a cognitive radio system to provide reliable wireless communications to first responders. The ability to effectively use wireless is critical in emergency incident management and has been a major issue since 9/11 - with… more

Curvature-Based Passive/Active Extended Source Wavefront Sensor for Space Surveillance

Company: Kestrel Corporation Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: ABSTRACT: Kestrel Corporation's Distorted Grating Wavefront Sensor detects can be used to sense against point source (classical active beacon) or passively against the image of an extended source. The DGWFS is more tolerance of harsh seeing conditions, such as scintillation, than Shack… more

Novel, High-speed and High-spatial Resolution, Hyperspectral Multispecies Sensing in Gas Turbine Engines

Company: Kestrel Corporation Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: ABSTRACT: The purpose of this proposal is to develop a new instrument capable of meeting the Air Force"s priority requirements for measurements of combustion and gas dynamic properties inside gas turbine engines and augmentors. To meeting these needs, Kestrel"s proposed Imaging… more

Embedded Cognitive Bayesian Prognostic Health Management for RPA Propulsion Systems

Company: Management Sciences, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: ABSTRACT: MSI has an impressive history of developing aircraft propulsion system health monitoring systems. We have developed a new technology, a"smart connector"which reduces the size from a circuit card assembly to a small module that fits inside a rugged mil-spec 38999 propulsion… more

Prognostic ASIC and IC set for Process-Related Integrated Circuits (IC))

Company: Management Sciences, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2
Abstract: MSI proposed to modify previously developed EPIC hardware, demonstrated in the Army Stryker SIL, for use on the EA-6B aircraft. The new application will monitor control buses and power lines to determine the cause of AN/AIC-45 communications system lockups. These lockups cause a safety of flight… more

EdgeWare: Evolving ISR Applications for the Warfighter

Company: Management Sciences, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: Management Sciences (MSI) has developed fundamental technologies to improve situation awareness and agility in dynamic, uncertain environments. For instance, in a USMC SBIR CPP MSI is developing real time situation awareness for Sense and Respond Logistics. In a Phase II DARPA SBIR MSI is developing… more

Low cost ammonia sensor for agricultural emissions

Company: MESA PHOTONICS, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: USDA / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: Ammonia gas that is emitted from agriculture can create health problems for workers and, surprisingly, for people far from the agricultural operation. Once released into the air, the ammonia undergoes a series of chemical reactions that lead to small particles (known as PM2.5) that are inhaled deep… more

Complete Characterization of Ultrafast X-Ray Pulses

Company: MESA PHOTONICS, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOE / SBIR / 2012 / 2
Abstract: We are improving critical technologies needed for the development of laser-driven, table-top ultrafast x-ray sources suitable for ultrafast characterization of transient structures of energized molecules undergoing dissociation, isomerization, or intramolecular energy redistribution. In this SBIR… more

Chemical remote sensor for proliferation

Company: MESA PHOTONICS, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOE / SBIR / 2012 / 2
Abstract: Mesa Photonics plans development of a remote sensor to be used to detect clandestine nuclear material processing. We have identified a volatile chemical that is indicative of key steps in uranium isotope enrichment, and can be detected readily at low concentrations using optical methods. Small… more

High Spatial Resolution Coherent Ultrafast Spectroscopy

Company: MESA PHOTONICS, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOE / STTR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: Chemical sensitive imaging of heterogeneous materials and biological cells requires a sensitive, high spatial resolution microscopy method based on vibrational resonances that is capable of performing in situ spectroscopy with both frequency and time resolution. In this SBIR/STTR, we will develop a… more

SBIR Phase I: Electrochemical Systems for the Reduction of Oxyhalide Species

Company: MIOX Corporation Agency/Program/Year/Phase: NSF / SBIR / 2012 / 1
Abstract: This Small Business Innovation Research Phase I project proposes to develop novel approaches to water treatment that cost-effectively remove inorganic disinfection byproducts (DBPs) in water. These DBPs, known as oxyhalides, are typically associated with standard water disinfection methods but can… more