Uncued Faint Object Detection in LEOand GEO
Company: Pacific Defense Solutions, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ABSTRACT: This research plans to use existing MSSS sensors to investigate methods to detect and track faint objects (greater than or equal to 14th visual magnitude) in any orbit around the Earth using ground-based electro-optics sensors, without prior knowledge of the object's orbit. The… more
Feature Identification from Unresolved Electro-optical Data
Company: Pacific Defense Solutions, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ABSTRACT: Space situational awareness is often limited by the ability of sensors to produce resolved data on space objects. Large objects cannot be resolved with small low-cost telescopes; objects in geo-synchronous orbit are too remote to be resolved. The best hope of ending these limitations is… more
Daytime Detection and Tracking of Objects in a Geosynchronous or Geo-transfer Orbit
Company: Pacific Defense Solutions, LLC Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ABSTRACT: In this research PDS plans to use existing telescopes and sensors at MSSS with minor modifications to detect and track Geosynchronous or Geo-transfer vehicles during daylight. The main obstacle to viewing satellites in daylight is the bright sky foreground. The bright foreground problem… more
UV/Vis Low-Dispersion Confocal Objective
Company: Hnu Photonics Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: Confocal microscopy has become the tool of choice for sub-micron imaging, particularly of biological tissues, and is being used as a diagnostic tool in other disciplines as well. Broadband optics are required to collect emitted or scattered light throughout the visible and ultraviolet regions, with… more
Passive Infrared Detection of Liquids on Surfaces
Company: Spectrum Photonics, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: The US Army, in support of the Joint Contaminated Surface Detector program (JCSD) program, has expressed a need to extend the advantages of wide area passive infrared sensing of chemical contaminants to the problem of detecting liquids contaminants on surfaces. A passive wide area monitoring system… more
Development of a Recombinant Subunit Vaccine for CCHF
Company: HAWAII BIOTECH, INC. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Emerging and reemerging infectious diseases continue to pose serious health threats world-wide. Consequently, the development of measures to mitigate the natural, as well as potential bioterrorist threats of these infectious diseases is an important endeavor. The… more
Underwater Sensor System Autonomous Burial and Operation
Company: Makai Ocean Engineering, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / STTR / 2012 / 2Abstract: In coordination with the SPAWAR Systems Center (SSC), San Diego, Makai Ocean Engineering, Inc. is proposing to develop an Autonomous Burial Vehicle (ABV) to install U.S. surveillance arrays. The proposed work focuses on: (a) designing an ABV that can bury a long surveillance array following a… more
Active Motion-Compensation Technology for Roll-On/Roll-Off Cargo Vessel Discharge to Floating Platforms
Company: NAVATEK LTD. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: We propose to develop an active motion-compensation platform for roll-on/roll-off (RO/RO) cargo vessel discharge operations onto a floating platform that reliably and safely enables the military to supply needed cargo for military operations and humanitarian assistance in conditions up to sea state… more
Versatile Shallow Water Anchoring/ Securing Technology
Company: NAVATEK LTD. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: We propose to develop a semi-autonomous anchoring system that will reduce the number of personnel required, reduce the number of bottom-condition-specific components, reduce the amount of training required to operate, and reduce the likelihood of errors. The solution will reliably enable the… more
Automated Delineation, Parcellation and Analysis of the Cerebellum from MR Images
Company: NEUROBEHAVIORAL RESEARCH, INC. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: HHS / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Cerebellar involvement has been implicated in a large spectrum of disorders. Reduced cerebellar volumes have been reported in alcoholism, autism spectrum disorders, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and essential head tremors. As an example of the work demonstrating… more
Dive Helmet Noise Quieting
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / STTR / 2012 / 1Abstract: Helmeted navy divers are exposed to high levels of noise from self-generated mechanisms, such as regulator exhaust, and external sources, such as underwater tool-generated noise. Noise exposure limits can be easily exceeded especially if effective communications through helmet-mounted speakers is… more
Improved Coupling Factor of Personal Cooling Systems
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: Oceanit will develop a method to increase the coupling factor in personal cooling systems. In our Phase I efforts the system will be designed and components selected. This system will meet all of the DOD requirements for the application
Integrated or Fused Multi-spectral Sensor Technologies for Missile Warning Sensors (MWS), Hostile Fire Indication (HFI), and Laser Warning (LW)
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ABSTRACT: Oceanit"s M2IWS system (Multi-Spectral, Multi-Threat Integrated Warning Sensor) provides an integrated"triple threat"sensor that combines missile warning (MW), laser threat warning (LW), and hostile fire indication (HFI) in one integrated sensor. These functions are… more
Optimization Algorithm to Enhance Antenna Array Beamforming for Radar and Early Warning (EW) Application
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ABSTRACT: Oceanit proposes to develop an optimization algorithm for phased arrays using highly efficient optimization techniques. BENEFIT: The proposed technique can be used in wireless communications.
Ultra-Wideband Radio Frequency (RF) Vector Signal Generator for Early Warning (EW) Applications
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ABSTRACT: Oceanit proposes to demonstrate the feasibility of an Ultra-Wideband Radio Frequency Vector Signal Generator for EW Applications leveraging state-of-the-art Digital-to-Analog Converters. BENEFIT: The technology can be a broadband wireless communication transmitter such as a cognitive… more
Ultra High Performance Radar Absorbing Material
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ABSTRACT: Oceanit proposes to develop an advanced radar absorbing material that can be used for electromagnetic testing of modern EW systems and RCS of aircraft. BENEFIT: The porposed RAM can be adopted to test commercial wireless communication and medical devices.
Floral Disruptor - Directed Energy Weed Abatement and Prevention Tool
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: ABSTRACT: Leveraging expertise in plant physiology, biology, electro-optics, rf, electrical engineering, physics and signal processing, Oceanit proposes to develop an innovative device to prevent and control unwanted plants and weeds. BENEFIT: Oceanit's directed energy weed abatement and… more
Development of affordable high-performing passive exhaust systems and manufacturing technology
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: The Army needs affordable and very quiet exhaust systems that can meet typical Army constraints such as backpressure, weight, size, etc. Oceanit proposes to develop a novel high-performance, polymer-based exhaust system and manufacturing technology that can meet the target performance of at least 35… more
Non-Lethal Avian Active Denial System Using Directed Energy
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: ABSTRACT: In the proposed effort, Oceanit will develop a prototype avian denial system using a unique approach to detect and deter avian populations from critical areas. Oceanit"s solution will be non-lethal, harmless to personnel, and able to interfere with currently used sensor systems. Such… more
Concrete Joint Sealant for High-Temperature Applications
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: ABSTRACT: Oceanit proposes a revolutionary approach for a concrete joint sealer that can sustain temperatures from subzero to 1700 degrees F while maintaining satisfactory mechanical properties at ambient conditions. The proposed approach utilizes the high temperature resistant materials to enhance… more
Innovative Imagery Processing Architecture
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: VIPA is a modular streaming data architecture. It breaks complicated problems into components, which are linked into processing chains. On top of this foundation, is a set of image processing functionality. This is in turn used to build the end-user ISR application.
Novel Acoustic Materials for Passive Hearing Protection
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: Hearing loss is the number one disability of soldiers returning from today"s battlefield. Issued hearing protection devices are often not worn by soldiers because it can reduce situational awareness through undesired acoustic attenuation. Current passive hearing protection options cannot offer… more
Comprehensive Latency Mitigation in EOIR Sensor Controls
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: Oceanit proposes an innovative system which will mitigate the impact of system latency on the operators of UAV-mounted EO/IR sensors. This system will include a combination of advanced graphic user interfaces, automated control and image processing. The system will be based entirely on the… more
Disposable Coagulation Profiler
Company: Oceanit Laboratories, Inc. Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOD / SBIR / 2012 / 2Abstract: This research effort will develop a compact handheld analyzer for blood coagulation profiling that uses disposable cartridges.
LiveMap: A Multi-Domain Network Flow Visualization and Analysis Tool
Company: Referentia Systems Incorporated Agency/Program/Year/Phase: DOE / SBIR / 2012 / 1Abstract: Networks, such as the Energy Sciences Network (ESnet), are an interconnection of multiple networks in a complex mesh that require continuous real-time monitoring and management. As with any network, issues arise in ESnet that need to be analyzed and resolved in a timely manner. The issues in ESnet… more