| 21ST CENTURY SYSTEMS, INC.
6825 Pine Street, Suite 141 Omaha, NE 68106 (402) 505-7887 PI: Dr. Robert Woodley (573) 329-8526 Contract #: |
WRIGHT STATE UNIV.
3640 Colonel Glenn Highway Dayton, OH 45435 (937) 775-2425 ID#: F08A-002-0009 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-002 Selected for Award |
| Title: CoolAID | |
| Abstract: Providing commanders with accurate, on-the-spot, clear, concise, usable information wins battles and saves lives. With incoming information from many heterogeneous sources, the focus has been primarily on determining what information to present, and visual ways of communicating the information. There has been less research on what makes information actionable, or on what additional communication concepts might allow commanders to assimilate actionable information. Focusing on these areas will allow more effective communication and a better understanding of the information. The team of 21st Century Systems, Incorporated and Wright State University are excited to apply our expertise and experience for this effort we call, C2-Tool for Actionable Information Display (CoolAID). CoolAID will leverage our considerable experience in situational awareness tools, melded with research related to visualizations and humans in complex systems through WSU. The prototype CoolAID framework will be created with multi-modal display technologies as well as Bayesian and evidential reasoning for data analysis. The developmental process will help isolate what makes information actionable within the sample domain and provide a variety of information presentation techniques which can be used in concert. Phase I concludes with development of a testing plan which will measure the effectiveness of multi-modal information presentation. | |
| ADVANCED CERAMICS MANUFACTURING
7800-A South Nogales Highway Tucson, AZ 85706 (520) 547-0855 PI: Dr. Zachary Wing (520) 547-0861 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF MICHIGAN
MSE Dept. Ann Arbor, MI 48109 (734) 763-1051 ID#: F08A-004-0283 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-004 Selected for Award |
| Title: Non-Contact Tabletop Mechanical Testing of Ultra-High Temperature Ceramics | |
| Abstract: New methods and technology to rapidly characterize UHTC creep are necessary to fully understand and exploit their high temperature properties for hypersonic vehicles and rocket nozzles. Recently, the University of Michigan has developed a rapid, table top apparatus for characterizing the oxidation behavior of UHTC's. A team comprised of Advanced Ceramics Manufacturing (ACM) and the University of Michigan propose adapting the rapid oxidation system to characterize high temperature creep behavior. The objective of this proposal is to develop rapid, non-contact test methods for characterizing UHTC creep at temperatures >2200øC. The proposed method is based on Lorentz forces acting upon electrically conductive UHTC's. Creep data may be obtained continuously in-situ on small samples 3 x 4 x 50 mm in size. Ultimately, a fully developed system could provide creep data as well as ultra high temperature elastic, fracture, and fatigue properties. | |
| APTIMA, INC.
12 Gill Street Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 496-2415 PI: Dr. Cullen Jackson (781) 496-2408 Contract #: |
WRIGHT STATE UNIV.
3640 Colonel Glenn Highway Dayton, OH 45435 (937) 775-2391 ID#: F08A-002-0244 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-002 Selected for Award |
| Title: System for Information and Meta-information Portrayal of Lessons-learned (SIMPL) | |
| Abstract: A key challenge for net-centric warfare in the age of information is: How do we know that our actions are having the desired effects? This deceptively simple question often goes unanswered despite the increasingly massive amounts of information available. In the Air and Space Operations Center (AOC), the Operational Assessment Team is responsible for answering this question for the Joint Forces Air Component Commander (JFACC). One method for conveying the right information in a timely manner to answer this question is to use meta-information to appropriately qualify and characterize the information needed to make an assessment of mission performance. Aptima proposes to develop the System for Information and Meta-information Portrayal of Lessons-learned (SIMPL) to enable faster, more effective operational assessment and decision-making. The keys to our proposed effort are: (1) defining the taxonomy of information and meta-information required for Operational Assessment; (2) designing visualizations to enable Operational Assessment; and (3) evaluating the efficacy of the visualization designs to convey actionable information in a timely manner for Operational Assessment in real-world and training environments. The Phase I efforts will include the initial design, development, and evaluation of SIMPL, which we will fully develop and evaluate in Phase II. | |
| AURORA FLIGHT SCIENCES CORP.
9950 Wakeman Drive Manassas, MA 20110 (703) 396-6329 PI: Dr. Richard Wilson (617) 500-4836 Contract #: |
MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLO
77 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 253-3906 ID#: F08A-014-0165 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-014 Selected for Award |
| Title: SkyCowboy | |
| Abstract: Aurora Flight Sciences and MIT are teaming to bring their mutual experiences with autonomous aircraft systems together to examine the feasibility of an innovative system for the recovery of Micro Air Vehicles (MAVs) by larger Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The system proposed by Aurora and MIT exploits the use of an innovative tether system to facilitate MAV capture and retrieval. The Aurora/MIT team will study the dynamics of the tether recovery method and create simulation models to refine the technique. The simulation models will then be supported by a flight demonstration using scaled vehicle models and an instrumented indoor flying range. These demonstrations will not only show the feasibility of the overall concept, but also provide data to refine the simulation models. By the conclusion of the effort, the Aurora/MIT team will have outlined system requirements and CONOPS, demonstrated system feasibility, and identified critical technologies for further development. The results of the Phase I effort will thus ensure a smooth transition to a Phase II effort where the key technologies can be developed and demonstrated in a realistic flight environment. | |
| AURORA FLIGHT SCIENCES CORP.
9950 Wakeman Drive Manassas, VA 20110 (703) 396-6329 PI: Dr. James Paduano (617) 500-4807 Contract #: |
GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
505 Tenth St. NW Atlanta, GA 30332 (404) 894-6929 ID#: F08A-026-0162 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-026 Selected for Award |
| Title: Distributed Adaptive Control of Engine Systems | |
| Abstract: Aurora and Georgia Tech are bringing together a team of experienced control theory, engine design, engine control experts to perform research on next-generation distributed control architectures for turbine engines. The program combines new results in adaptive and distributed control of heterogeneous systems, unsteady modeling of engines, and advanced component control concepts, with the goal of creating system architectures and tools to enable distributed control to be practical and valuable in engines. | |
| BUCKMASTER RESEARCH
2014 Boudreau Drive Urbana, IL 61801 (217) 621-9786 PI: Dr. John Buckmaster (217) 621-9786 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF ILLINOIS
4324 Siebel Center Urbana, IL 61801 (217) 244-7235 ID#: F08A-003-0019 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-003 Selected for Award |
| Title: Solid Propellant Shock to Detonation Modeling and Formulation | |
| Abstract: Determining the hazard classification of new propellant formulations is important for transportation safety and storage concerns. To avoid costly grain redesign and additional testing, a model that adequately predicts the shock sensitivity, including the outcome of the Naval Ordnance Laboratory Large Scale Gap Test, of modern solid propellants is required. The goals of this proposal are to develop and validate computational tools that predict the shock sensitivity of solid propellant formulations. In particular, we plan to (i) use our packing code, Rocpack, to generate morphologies of interest for shock sensitivity assessments, (ii) modify our CFD code to include appropriate chemistry models, (iii) modify our CFD code to propagate shocks of various strengths through the pack to predict the onset of detonation. We also plan to carry out an experimental program to validate the numerical solvers. | |
| CASCADE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
1330 Charleston Road Mountain View, CA 94043 (650) 224-4882 PI: Dr. Shoreh Hajiloo (650) 691-6967 Contract #: |
STANFORD UNIV.
Building 520 Stanford, CA 94305 (650) 725-2020 ID#: F08A-019-0067 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-019 Selected for Award |
| Title: Efficient Kinetic/Continuum Simulations of Hypervelocity Gas Flows in Nonequilibrium Dissociation and Ionization for Earth Atmospheres | |
| Abstract: In this project, we propose an original method to simulate dissociated and ionized hypersonic air flows from continuum to rarefied regimes for a wide range of scales inherent in Air Force applications. We will introduce the most consistent physical model currently available in kinetic theory. The applicability range of fluid dynamical descriptions used for continuum flows can be extended to the transition regime by taking a finite sequence of moments of the Boltzmann equation together with a closure assumption. The resulting Boltzmann moment systems, solved by CFD methods, are computationally more efficient than statistical methods such as DSMC in the continuum and transition regimes. Therefore, we propose to develop a numerical scheme by blending the Boltzmann moment systems with Levermore closure and the DSMC technique, as opposed to traditional schemes based on the Navier-Stokes equations and DSMC. The coupling will be based on the concept of physics hybridization currently used to couple two vastly different representations of turbulent flows. In Phase I of this project, we will focus on the extension of the Boltzmann moment systems with Levermore closure to dissociating and ionizing hypersonic flows and the development of the computational strategy for the kinetic/continuum algorithm. | |
| CFD RESEARCH CORP.
215 Wynn Dr., 5th Floor Huntsville, AL 35805 (256) 726-4884 PI: Dr. Vladimir Kolobov (256) 726-4800 Contract #: |
GEORGIA TECH RESEARCH CORP.
Georgia Institute of Technolog Atlanta, GA 30332 (404) 894-6929 ID#: F08A-019-0071 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-019 Selected for Award |
| Title: Unified Kinetic/Continuum Flow Solver with Adaptive Cartesian Mesh for Hypersonic Flows in the Earth Atmosphere | |
| Abstract: The design of future hypersonic vehicles requires detailed understanding of flow regimes ranging from rarefied to continuum. Moreover, hypervelocity flows are characterized by high temperatures, excitation of vibrational level of molecules, nonequilibrium dissociation, and ionization. The goal of this project is to develop unified kinetic/continuum solution methods with proper domain decomposition for a wide range of Air Force Applications. The Unified Flow Solver (UFS) with Adaptive Mesh and Algorithm Refinement, developed by CFDRC, will be enhanced by the advanced capabilities of the NASCART-GT viscous flow solver from Georgia Tech, and demonstrated for viscous/inviscid problems covering rarefied and continuum flow regimes. The octree based Cartesian mesh methods will be improved to better resolve viscous boundary layers and heat transfer simulations near surfaces. Phase I work will demonstrate the feasibility of kinetic/continuum algorithms with Cartesian mesh to compute heat transfer for dissociating and ionizing hypersonic flows. During Phase II, the advanced numerical techniques will be incorporated into a user-friendly code, and a general-purpose chemistry module and turbulence models will be added to the continuum solvers. The code will be validated for heat transfer simulations with Cartesian mesh and demonstrated for several benchmark cases including heat transfer prediction on a Mach 16 flow over bi-conic body. | |
| CFD RESEARCH CORP.
215 Wynn Dr., 5th Floor Huntsville, AL 35805 (256) 726-4884 PI: Dr. Debasis Sengupta (256) 726-4944 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF IDAHO
Office of Sponsored Research Moscow, ID 83844 (208) 885-6651 ID#: F08A-022-0065 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-022 Selected for Award |
| Title: Development of Novel Polynitrogen-based High-performance Solid Propellants | |
| Abstract: In this STTR program, CFDRC, in collaboration with the University of Idaho, proposes to develop some novel high-performance polynitrogen energetic materials for propellant applications. The proposed materials contain amine substituted tetrazole-based heterocyclic cations. In order to enhance the energy content and stability further, they are combined with energetic anions. These anions will have the flexibility to control oxygen balance. These energetic compounds will overcome the severe drawbacks (such as low density, extreme shock and impact sensitivity, very low oxygen balance and likely hydrolytic instability) associated with polyazide compounds. The proposed salts will be thoroughly investigated for their properties via well-established high-fidelity molecular and thermodynamic modeling prior to their synthesis. Such modeling-guided design, as opposed to conventional "experiment only" procedure, will reduce the time and cost of development, and risk of failure. The two most promising compounds, as suggested via modeling, will be synthesized and characterized for crystal structures, densities, melting points, thermal stabilities and impact sensitivities. In Phase II, these compounds will be formulated, and undergo a rigorous set of tests, such as burn rate, compatibility, mechanical strength, to evaluate their performance in practical situations. Finally the most promising compound will be scaled up for synthesis and test fired to measure thrust. | |
| CHARLES RIVER ANALYTICS, INC.
625 Mount Auburn Street Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 491-3474 PI: Jonathan D. Pfautz, PhD (617) 491-3474 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF BUFFALO
402 Crofts Hall Buffalo, NY 14260 (716) 645-5000 ID#: F08A-002-0046 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-002 Selected for Award |
| Title: Enabling Representation of Meta-Information in Net-Centric Environments (ERMINE) | |
| Abstract: The modern military environment is shifting towards the paradigm of network-centric warfare (NCW). NCW harnesses the power of multiple information systems operating concurrently and makes a wealth of information available to the Warfighter, but can result in information overload. As a result, there is a need to identify and represent actionable information to the Warfighter along with the associated qualifiers, or meta-information (e.g., pedigree, authenticity), contributing to its actionability. To address the need to communicate both information and its associated meta-information to the Warfighter in net-centric environments, we propose to design, demonstrate, and evaluate techniques for Enabling Representation of Meta-Information in Net-Centric Environments (ERMINE). Four core components characterize our approach. First, we will perform a Work Domain Analysis to develop a structured categorization of the Warfighter's information and meta-information requirements within a specific domain. Second, we will design and demonstrate a rapid prototyping environment to rapidly generate and refine new meta-information representation techniques. Third, we will develop an evaluation methodology and perform pilot studies to assess the developed techniques, and identify underlying perceptual and cognitive mechanisms. Fourth, we will create and maintain a conceptual framework to catalog and characterize effective meta-information representation techniques developed within the visualization research community. | |
| COMET TECHNOLOGY CORP.
3830 Packard, Suite 110 Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (734) 973-1600 PI: Dr. Satha T. Raveendra (734) 973-1600 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF MICHIGAN
3003 South State Street Ann Arbor, MI 48109 (734) 936-1289 ID#: F08A-025-0133 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-025 Selected for Award |
| Title: Failure Initiation Predictors for Reliability-Based Design of Hybrid Composite Materials | |
| Abstract: This proposal is concerned with the development of a novel failure initiation and progressive failure analysis (PFA) modeling method for advanced composite structures. The laminate is modeled as a collection of degrading lamina within the framework of lamination theory and executed using user defined subroutines through a commercial finite element software package. In the proposed approach, designated as "progressive failure analysis tool", (PFAT), computations will be simultaneously carried out in parallel at three length scales, as needed (the laminate level (LAM), the lamina level (LL) and at the level of a fiber/matrix (FM) unit cell representation of the lamina), with strong coupling between the three scales. The results to be obtained will provide the necessary guidance in selecting the most robust methodology to achieve the desired goal of combining initial design with reliability based tools to re-design a composite structure. The proposal utilizes a fundamental physics based approach that is devoid of empirical formulas that have dominated failure prediction tools in composites. | |
| ELECTRODYNAMIC APPLICATIONS, INC.
P.O. Box 131460 Ann Arbor, MI 48113 (734) 786-1434 PI: Dr. Timothy Smith (734) 786-1434 Contract #: |
PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIV.
101 Hammond Bldg. University Park, PA 16802 (814) 865-1804 ID#: F08A-010-0200 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-010 Selected for Award |
| Title: Characterizing the dynamic behavior of novel energetic materials for space propulsion. | |
| Abstract: The objective of this program is to build upon many decades of experience with magnetic flowmeters to develop a next-generation system to measure the burning surface admittance of high-energy-density solid propellants at high frequencies and pressures. Using the results of research on solid propellant rocket motor combustion instability from the past fifty years, one can directly measure the acoustic admittance of the atomization/vaporization/mixing/combustion processes associated with liquid propellant rocket engine injection. Such a measurement would provide a quantitative value for the acoustic sources or sinks caused by these processes. This would enable an a priori prediction of the combustion stability for a particular liquid rocket engine design, something that has not been possible to date. | |
| ENVIRONMENTAL ROBOTS, INC.
909 Virginia Avenue, Suite 205 Albuquerque, NM 87108 (505) 265-4479 PI: Dr. Beverley J. McKeon (626) 395-4460 Contract #: |
CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
1200 E. California Blvd, MC 20 Pasadena, CA 91125 (626) 395-3339 ID#: F08A-007-0352 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-007 Selected for Award |
| Title: Distributed Conformal Actuation for Simultaneously Controlling Flow Separation and Transition | |
| Abstract: The objective of the proposed research is the demonstration of an optimized, planar-constrained Ionic Polymer-Metal Composite (IPMC) under the influence of a low, O(10V), voltage signal as a conformal surface capable of actuation of a laminar/transitional boundary layer for the goals of transition and/or separation control. The material will be modeled using standard techniques for analyzing a stiff compressed film on a soft substrate, with the particular strain characteristics of the actuated IPMC. We will investigate the feasibility of switching the surface boundary condition from rough to smooth on demand (with low power input) to enhance linear instability and/or transient growth mechanisms or use transient growth modes to alter the base flow sufficiently to suppress linear mechanisms (in potential Phase II work). The proposal has been assembled by a team capable of developing IPMC in the new configuration and demonstrating the characteristics that make it a feasible material for conformal actuation in Phase I research, and identifying and testing suitable fluid mechanisms and commercialization in future phases. | |
| FIREHOLE TECHNOLOGIES
1000 E University Ave Laramie, WY 82071 (307) 766-3654 PI: Dr. Mark Garnich (307) 766-2949 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF WYOMING
Office of Research, Dept. 3355 Laramie, WY 82071 (307) 766-5353 ID#: F08A-025-0080 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-025 Selected for Award |
| Title: Failure Initiation Prediction for Reliability-Based Design of Hybrid Composite Materials | |
| Abstract: The opportunity identified here is to expand the capabilities of Multicontinuum Technology (MCT) for prediction of failure initiation in complex (hybrid) composites. A successful Phase 1 project will demonstrate good correlation of MCT variables with initial failure in composites with complex multiscale reinforcement architectures. A Phase 2 project would refine the predictive capabilities, embody the capabilities in user friendly software, and construct an application analysis environment within a probabilistic framework. The specific opportunity is to develop and demonstrate theory and associate computational tools that will be highly effective for structural analysis and initial failure prediction for complex hybrid composite material systems. The MCT approach is a computationally inexpensive finite element based multiscale approach that decomposes the complex heterogeneous material response into fundamental variables that directly relate to actual physical damage/failure at the microstructural level. MCT failure predictions will be compared with experimental data found in the literature for a triaxial braid reinforced material. | |
| ILLINOISROCSTAR LLC
P. O. Box 3001 Champaign, IL 61826 (765) 494-1055 PI: Mr. William A. Dick (217) 417-0885 Contract #: |
PURDUE UNIV.
Sponsored Program Services West Lafayette, IN 47907 (765) 494-1055 ID#: F08A-010-0107 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-010 Selected for Award |
| Title: Dynamic Behavior of Nano-sized Particles in Novel Energetic Materials for Space Propulsion | |
| Abstract: We propose a comprehensive computational and experimental program to investigate the charac-teristics and dynamic behavior of nano-size aluminum in novel energetic materials. Two classes of advanced propellants will be considered. The first will be composite propellants, consisting of solids including AP, HMX, RDX, or nano-aluminum with a suitable binder such as HTPB. The second will be a nanoscale aluminum and ice propellant. For the computational portion of the proposed work, we plan to (i) use our in-house packing code to generate morphologies of interest for heterogeneous propellants; (ii) modify our CFD code to include appropriate models for chemistry, radiation, and nano-sized aluminum; and (iii) simulate transient behavior of the pro-pellants at rocket motor conditions. For the experimental portion, we plan to (i) use the mixing facility at Purdue to prepare appropriate propellant samples containing nano-sized aluminum, thus allowing for a full characterization of the propellant (composition; particle size distribution) necessary for a coordinated modeling and experimental program; and (ii) carry out both steady and unsteady experiments to fully characterize the propellants. The experiments will also be used for model calibration and for validation. | |
| IMPACT TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
200 Canal View Blvd Rochester, NY 14623 (585) 424-1990 PI: Dr. Michael J. Roemer (585) 424-1990 Contract #: |
ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
141 Lomb Memorial Drive Rochester, NY 14623 (585) 475-7984 ID#: F08A-008-0138 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-008 Selected for Award |
| Title: Bio-Inspired Sensing and Control for Improved Micro Air Vehicle Agility | |
| Abstract: Impact Technologies, LLC in collaboration with Georgia Tech, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and our commercialization partner Boeing, is proposing to develop a bio-inspired autonomous Micro Air Vehicle (MAV) platform capable of agile flight operations in cluttered urban environments. Building upon the experience of this team with UAV controls and autonomous urban operations, we will develop and demonstrate the following innovative technologies to improve MAV flight agility: (1) a bio-inspired agile MAV platform with morphing wing actuation; (2) an innovative micro attitude estimation device using a set of inexpensive accelerometers and angular rate sensors for highly accurate attitude estimation; and (3) a hierarchical intelligent control architecture featuring autonomous mode transitioning and neural network-based adaptive controls. We will take advantage of the MAV test platforms the team has built and tested in the past few years as initial test bed to integrate and evaluate the proposed sensor, control architecture and algorithms. Phase I will provide a proof-of-feasibility demonstration in an integrated software-hardware simulation environment. Hardware integration and flight tests are planned with our commercialization partner Boeing for Phase II. In addition, Impact will work closely with industry partners to develop a technology transfer and commercialization plan for developed MAV platforms. | |
| INFOSCITEX CORP.
303 Bear Hill Road Waltham, MA 02451 (781) 890-1338 PI: Mr. James H. Goldie (781) 890-1338 Contract #: |
RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE
110 8th Street Troy, NY 12180 (518) 276-6177 ID#: F08A-007-0075 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-007 Selected for Award |
| Title: Distributed Conformal Actuation with Electroactive Polymer | |
| Abstract: Application of electro-active polymer (EAP) to critical aerodynamic surfaces of Micro Air Vehicles (MAVs) is proposed, in order to manage the boundary layer. EAP offers a means to achieve distributed actuation and can be readily conformed to the shape of an airfoil. At low Reynolds number-flight, typical of MAVs, the intent is (1) to promote transition to turbulence, where laminar separation would otherwise occur, and (2) to maintain laminar flow, where separation is not an issue. In Phase I, requirements for frequency, amplitude, and spatial character of the perturbations to the nominal airfoil shape will be established, including dynamic roughness (high spatial and temporal frequencies) and camber control (low spatial and temporal frequencies). EAP layers will be designed, manufactured and applied to a representative test airfoil. Bench tests will verify the capability of the airfoil to meet requirements, and indicate design improvements. Wind tunnel tests will also be conducted on the airfoil with EAP, in order to demonstrate the ability of the EAP to affect flow in a controlled manner. In Phase II, EAP would be applied to airfoils with compound curvature and with large and time-varying pressure gradients, and the benefits would be measured in a wind tunnel. | |
| INNOVATIVE AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
1222 N.W. 36th Street Gainesville, FL 32605 (352) 219-1452 PI: Dr. Peter Ifju (352) 392-6744 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF FLORIDA
Rm. 131 NEB Gainesville, FL 32611 (352) 392-6744 ID#: F08A-014-0030 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-014 Selected for Award |
| Title: Micro Air Vehicle Tether Recovery Apparatus (MAVTRAP) | |
| Abstract: The micro-air vehicle tether recovery apparatus (MAVTRAP) is a combination of a tether, and apparatus to attract and capture a micro-air vehicle (MAV). The MAV is attracted to the end of the tether via a signal transmitting the GPS location, altitude and trajectory information. Once closing in on the trap the MAV makes its final approach via vision based detection and targeting. The MAVTRAP is composed of a parachute type device and small streamers or a small net that ensnares the MAV. We have found that the propeller of an MAV will snag a streamer and wind it on the propeller hub. This is the preferred method to capture the MAV since the control surfaces of the MAV are free to continue to guide the vehicle. The thrust of the propeller is thus replaced by the pull of the streamer. | |
| INTELLIGENT FIBER OPTIC SYSTEMS CORP.
2363 Calle Del Mundo Santa Clara, CA 95054 (408) 565-9000 PI: Dr. Behzad Moslehi (408) 565-9004 Contract #: |
THE OHIO STATE UNIV.
2036 Neil Avenue Columbus, OH 43210 (614) 292-3983 ID#: F08A-026-0069 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-026 Selected for Award |
| Title: Stability and Performance Analysis of Turbine Engines under Fiber Optic Networked Distributed Control Architecture | |
| Abstract: Gas Turbine Engine Control is one of the most complex tasks ever attempted. Currently, a centralized architecture system, labeled, Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) is being widely used. However, new engine performance technologies started to increase the burden of FADEC. This has necessitated the beginning of a new phase of engine control development, Distributed Engine Control system (DEC). The advantages of DEC such as modularity, maintenance management, and fault detection have been well established in the engine control community. One of the major challenges in implementation of DEC is selection of communication architecture and functional partitioning of centralized controller. In this research proposal, IFOS and Ohio State University propose a methodology that improves the stability and performance of the overall propulsion system under various communication constraints. In this direction, we propose initially to make use of off-the-shelf network architecture. In Phase I, we address the issues of packet dropouts, time delay and bandwidth constraints in the Networked Control Systems (NCS) and their impact on stability and performance of turbine engine. We propose a decentralized framework consisting of a two level controller. Using this approach, improved encoders and decoders will be designed to maintain system stability under these communication constraints. | |
| KAZAK COMPOSITES, INC.
10F GIll Street Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 932-5667 PI: Dr. Antonio Miravete (781) 932-5667 Contract #: |
STANFORD UNIV.
Department of Aero / Astro Stanford, CA 94305 (650) 723-3317 ID#: F08A-025-0131 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-025 Selected for Award |
| Title: MMF-based Failure Initiation and Progression for Hybrid Composite Materials | |
| Abstract: Micromechanics of failure (MMF) is a new approach that links strength and life of fiber, matrix and their interfaces to those of plies, laminates and structures. Use of MMF for static strength and its extension to creep rupture and fatigue life prediction already show great promise. MMF for this proposal will be extended to interlaminar hybrids like Tigr and Glare, but also many structural details such as Pi- and T-joints, bonded joints, and toughened epoxy by addition of thermoplastic particles. Initiation of failure, subsequent propagation and eventual failure due to arbitrary load history will be cast in an internally consistent framework of MMF. This approach is generic, not a point design, and does not need knock down factors. This is fundamentally different from many prevailing ply-based failure criteria and empirical approaches that rely completely on testing and more testing. MMF is based on first principles of physics (micromechanics) and chemistry (interfacial strength and time/temperature superposition) so validation of analytic predictions can be accomplished by specifically designed experiments. The application of MMF to hybrid composites for this program is a natural extension. Far-reaching results can be expected and ready to be fed into a reliability theory in Phase II. | |
| MICROMECHATRONICS, INC.
200 Innovation Blvd, Suite 155 State College, PA 16803 (814) 861-5688 PI: Dr. Alfredo Vazquez Carazo (814) 861-5688 Contract #: |
THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIV.
229 / 233F Hammond bldg. University Park, PA 16802 (814) 865-2569 ID#: F08A-007-0229 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-007 Selected for Award |
| Title: Distributed Conformal Actuation for Simultaneously Controlling Flow Separation and Transition | |
| Abstract: The objective of this proposal is to demonstrate the feasibility of producing a Conformal Actuator Array Active Skin (CAAAS) that can be implanted on the surface of the airfoil to deliver a system that can actively control transition and separation. It will be realized through operation of actuators with unique driving methods as well as recent advances and innovations in piezoelectric actuator technology, i.e. large displacement and blocking force. The actuator thickness will be below 2 mm so it can be distributed on the surface of the airfoil in the form of 2 dimensional arrays. The array will be covered by compliant outer membrane (active skin) to provide conformal actuation. The actuator will be excited by various driving frequencies, displacement, and waveforms to obtain required airflow controllability. Especially, waveform manipulation will induce effects analogous to conventional suctioning and blowing without making holes (conformal actuation). In addition, the array will generate traveling wave both in the transverse and streamwise directions to reduce shear stress and control airflow effectively. The combinatory effects of controlling each actuator and the array will be analyzed and optimized thus producing desired airflow. | |
| MZA ASSOC. CORP.
2021 Girard SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 (505) 245-9970 PI: Dr. Matthew Whiteley (937) 432-6560 Contract #: |
BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE
505 King Avenue Columbus, OH 43201 (614) 424-3653 ID#: F08A-021-0027 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-021 Selected for Award |
| Title: Sub-aperture based EO imaging systems | |
| Abstract: MZA proposes refinement and optimization of a novel method of atmospheric phasing for a distributed array of sub-apertures enabling high-resolution imaging. The phasing method derives tilt correction through sub-aperture image shifts used to approximate sub-aperture piston correction with linear estimation. Piston correction is optimized through image-metric-based feedback, resulting in an accurately phased high-resolution image through the array. The applied phase modulation affects the receiver optical train as well as any outgoing common-path lasers. To digitally demonstrate the performance of phasing concept, MZA will refine a WaveTrain wave-optics simulation incorporating the sub-aperture phasing system as well as a transmitter phasing system for outgoing lasers. The wave-optics model will incorporate target models, atmospheric turbulence, and may include aero-optics disturbances for an aircraft platform. MZA has teamed with Battelle Memorial Institute (non-profit) making use of Battelle's investment in graphics processor unit (GPU) technology for rapid parallel image processing. A laboratory demonstration of MZA's phasing concept will be conducted during Phase I, including GPU-implemented processing of sub-aperture and high-resolution images. Optical and computational hardware will be evaluated during Phase I to support a preliminary design for a meaningful test of the sub-aperture phasing and imaging system during Phase II. | |
| NANO ENGINEERED MATERIALS CORP.
2349 Lake Forest Trail Lawrenceville, GA 30043 (678) 371-2760 PI: Mr. Han Gi Chae (404) 234-3507 Contract #: |
GEORGIA TECH RESEARCH CORP.
505 10th Street Atlanta, GA 30332 (404) 894-6929 ID#: F08A-028-0224 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-028 Selected for Award |
| Title: Nanotailored Carbon Fibers | |
| Abstract: Polyacrylonitrile (PAN)/carbon nanotube (CNT) composite fibers will be spun to obtain precursor fiber with about 2 micrometer diameter. By optimizing stabilization and carbonization conditions, high tensile strength carbon fiber will be obtained with a diameter of about 1 micrometer. CNT incoporation can lead to the ordered graphitic structure in the vicinity of CNT, which will improve the mechanical properties of the resulting carbon fiber. These nano-tailored carbon fibers will have superior tensile and compressive properties as well as better electrical conductivity as compared to the conventional carbon fiber. | |
| NANORIDGE MATERIALS, INC.
2315 Schlumberger St. Houston, TX 77023 (713) 928-6166 PI: Dr. Jiang Zhu (713) 928-6166 Contract #: |
RICE UNIV.
6100 Main Street Houston, TX 77005 (713) 348-0000 ID#: F08A-028-0125 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-028 Selected for Award |
| Title: Nanotailored Carbon Fibers & Forms | |
| Abstract: The incorporation of carbon nanotubes into host matrices or the assembly of them into devices is today's technical challenge and opportunity. Carbon fibers are widely used in a variety of applications including aerospace, military and commercial. These applications are limited by the trade-offs that must be made between structural and conductivity properties. A new area of interest is the nanotailoring of fibers with carbon nanotubes to produce a high strength, high modulus light weight fiber that is thermally and electrically conductive. The greatest challenge to optimizing the benefits from SWNTs in polymer composites and fibers is the difficulty in obtaining a high degree of uniform dispersion and preferably, dispersion at the molecular level. To address these critical issues, the NanoRidge Materials / Rice University Team (TEAM) propose using several strategies to obtain high dispersion within the SWNT/polymer solution and fiber. The objective of this Phase I proposal is to establish the technical basis for synthesis and characterization of high strength light weight nanotube tailored carbon fibers. The NanoRidge/RICE Team will focus our work on developing continuous fiber processing technology based on pre-existing work to maximize SWNT dispersion and alignment for the fiber spinning process. Work will also include extensive characterization to understand internal structure and process-morphology, establish the performance data base of process-property-morphology on nanotube tailored carbon fibers. | |
| NEW SPAN OPTO-TECHNOLOGY, INC.
16115 SW 117th Ave. A-15 Miami, FL 33177 (305) 235-6928 PI: Dr. Pengfei Wu (305) 235-6928 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF MIAMI
1251 Memorial Drive. Rm.406 Coral Gables, FL 33146 (305) 284-4541 ID#: F08A-001-0298 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-001 Selected for Award |
| Title: Fast Updatable Large-area Holographic Display | |
| Abstract: Mapping awareness of battlefield is increasingly valuable for many military mission planning and activities, particularly in complex urban and mountainous terrain. Currently available two-dimensional (2D) visualization techniques have limit capacity to achieve understanding of full dimensionality of the battlefield. Rewritable 3D holographic storage is promising for updatable 3D display applications. Based on our encouraging preliminary study on reversible nonvolatile holographic storage, New Span Opto-Technology Inc. proposes herein a novel large-area 3D updateable holographic display (UHD), capable of reversible recording and nonvolatile reading based on a novel bi-photonic holographic technique without using high-voltage electrical field across the polymer film. The proposed technique exploits one laser source for both coherent recording and reading processes. The Phase I research will focus on feasibility studies of the proposed UHD concept by recording reversible holograms and reading the stored information without volatility using azobenzene photorefractive polymer films. In Phase II, we will improve the system design and construct and characterize a 300 x 300 mm prototype true 3-D display system. We will study the functionality of the prototype system through demonstration of high diffraction efficiencies, wide viewing angles, fast writing times, long persistence of hours or more, controllable erasure with thousands write/rewrite cycle capability. | |
| OPTICAL PHYSICS CO.
26610 Agoura Road Calabasas, CA 91302 (818) 880-2907 PI: Dr. Richard A Hutchin (818) 880-2907 Contract #: |
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIV. NORTHRI
18111 Nordhoff Street Northridge, CA 91330 (818) 677-2901 ID#: F08A-021-0006 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-021 Selected for Award |
| Title: Speckle image processing for conformal sub-aperture arrays | |
| Abstract: Optical Physics Company has developed two speckle imaging techniques to achieve diffraction-limited quality using subaperture data. Both have already been proven by the Air Force - one in the lab and the other in ground-to-space imaging. Each method uses a different process for recovering the sub-aperture phase and reconstructing the image. During this STTR effort, we will combine these two techniques to design, build, and demonstrate an end-to-end practical and cost-effective conformal sub-aperture array. Based on our preliminary estimates, the resulting imaging system has the signal-to-noise ratio to image a target 100 km away at a resolution of 7.5 cm with automatic compensation for atmospheric and boundary layer turbulence. When combined with liquid crystal and laser technologies already being developed by the Air Force, a TRL 8 sub-aperture based conformal array flight system can be deployed within six years. During Phase I, we will develop the initial opto-mechanical and algorithm design and perform a high fidelity simulation to evaluate vibration, jitter, noise, thermal gradients and atmospheric turbulence. This will be followed by a lab demonstration using 256x256 sub-apertures, scaled to an AF selected operational scenario. Phase I work will conclude with the Phase II prototype design. | |
| ORBITAL TECHNOLOGIES CORP.(ORBITEC)
Space Center, 1212 Fourier Drive Madison, WI 53717 (608) 229-2730 PI: Dr. Martin Chiaverini (608) 229-2732 Contract #: |
THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIV.,
Division of Business and Engin Altoona, PA 16601 (814) 949-5074 ID#: F08A-022-0159 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-022 Selected for Award |
| Title: Energetic Polyazide Materials | |
| Abstract: Orbital Technologies Corporation and Penn State University propose to examine and characterize novel energetic formulations in solid fuels to replace conventional, low-energy, binders such as HTPB. The proposed solid fuels will provide higher enthalpy, higher density, and improved rocket engine performance. In Phase I, we will calculate theoretical rocket performance of selected materials, characterize the friction sensitivity of candidate materials, perform laboratory burning rate and performance experiments in two different types of test apparatus, and develop plans for Phase II efforts. At the conclusion of Phase II, we expect to thoroughly characterized a down-selected group of energetic materials for propulsion applications and other applications requiring energetic materials. | |
| PHYSICAL SCIENCES, INC.
20 New England Business Center Andover, MA 01810 (978) 689-0003 PI: Dr. Thomas W. Vaneck (978) 689-0003 Contract #: |
WEST VIRGINIA UNIV.
Office of Sponsored Programs Morgantown, WV 26506 (304) 293-3998 ID#: F08A-007-0320 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-007 Selected for Award |
| Title: Dynamic Roughness Applied to Boundary Layer Control | |
| Abstract: The United States Air force, DARPA, and other military and civilian organizations have current, active programs focused on increasing the performance and reliability of current, next generation and generation after next aircraft. An element of nearly all of these programs is boundary layer control - passive and/or active means to delay separation and transition. Boundary layer control is a recurring theme in these programs because truly effective, widely applicable solutions have been elusive. Physical Sciences along with West Virginia University, Iowa State University and Penn State University have teamed to address the boundary layer control problem using a novel new technique, actively controlled dynamic roughness. Through proper placement of an actively controlled dynamic roughness appliqu‚ we believe that our concept can be used to delay or eliminate the flow separation, as well as delay transition to turbulence. The research effort will examine the effects of dynamic roughness on flow control phenomena and investigate two mechanism (one novel) for actuation of the dynamic roughness. The assembled team has all of the necessary skills to address this problem; theoretical framework, CFD modeling, experimental testing and validation, and systems integration. | |
| PHYSICAL SCIENCES, INC.
20 New England Business Center Andover, MA 01810 (978) 689-0003 PI: Dr. Thomas W. Vaneck (978) 689-0003 Contract #: |
HARVARD UNIV.
Office for Sponsored Programs Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 495-0460 ID#: F08A-008-0091 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-008 Selected for Award |
| Title: Robust MAV design and control using biomimetic principles | |
| Abstract: Micro Air Vehicles (MAVs) will likely become the ISR platform of choice for urban operations because they have the advantages of being able to effectively maneuver in difficult terrain, look under vertical obscuration, etc. - all with minimal risk to human safety. While MAVs have many advantages, they do have a significant drawback: the likely loss of the vehicle due to a collision with an obstacle. MAV developers and operator are addressing this issue by: developing sophisticated obstacle detection sensors, reducing the flight velocity in cluttered environments, and limiting the flight operating envelope - unfortunately these simultaneously increase costs and dramatically reduce utility. A far better approach is to take a clue from nature; design the vehicle so that it can collide with obstacles without suffering permanent damage or loss of control. In this program Physical Sciences Inc. and the Harvard Microrobotics Lab will take insect inspired collision recovery concepts and apply them to MAV designs. This will dramatically improve the vehicle's capability, performance and robustness. In the near future MAVs will be able to operate in highly cluttered, low visibility, dynamic environments, and do so at high speed and without the concern for the loss of the vehicle due to collisions. | |
| PROCERUS TECHNOLOGIES LC
452 South 950 East Orem, UT 84097 (801) 376-8099 PI: Mr. Reed Christiansen (801) 224-5713 Contract #: |
BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIV.
Electrical / Computer Engineer Provo, UT 84602 (801) 422-8392 ID#: F08A-014-0225 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-014 Selected for Award |
| Title: Autonomous Aerial Recovery of Micro Air Vehicles | |
| Abstract: ddddThe objective of this project is to develop a strategy to recover micro air vehicles into a flying aircraft. Our solution combines three key technologies that have received significant research attention in recent years, namely towed cable systems, cooperative control, and vision-based terminal guidance. We propose to demonstrate the feasibility of using a flying-aircraft mothership pulling an actuated drogue using light-weight, high-strength cable to recover MAVs. When the mothership enters a constant-angular-rate orbit, the drogue drops into an orbit with the same angular rate but a much smaller radius, and therefore a significantly lower airspeed. The drogue will be actuated and have an on-board autopilot to ensure that it enters a stable, well defined, orbit. The drogue will have a mechanism to capture the MAV upon rendezvous. Cooperative control techniques will be used to bring the MAV to within capture range of the drogue. Vision-based guidance algorithms will be used during the terminal phase of the flight to maximize the probability of capture. The Phase I effort will largely consist of trade studies to enable an efficient system design during the Phase II effort. Particular emphasis will be placed on developing algorithms that are robust to wind. | |
| R. HYERS & ASSOC.
15 Blue Hills Rd Amherst, MA 01002 (413) 253-3409 PI: Dr. Robert W. Hyers (413) 545-2253 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF MASSACHUSETTS, AMHERS
OGCA, Research Adm Bldg Amherst, MA 01003 (413) 545-0698 ID#: F08A-004-0234 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-004 Selected for Award |
| Title: Non-contact Measurement of Creep in Ultra-High-Temperature Materials | |
| Abstract: Our team has developed a novel approach to measuring creep at extremely high temperatures using electrostatic levitation (ESL). This method has been demonstrated on niobium up to 2300øC, while ESL has melted tungsten (3400øC). High-precision spheres, 2-3 mm diameter are levitated in the NASA MSFC ESL, a national user facility, and rotated at up to 250,000+ RPM at the measurement temperature. The rapid rotation loads the sample through centripetal acceleration, causing it to deform. The deformation of the sample is captured on high-speed video, which is analyzed by machine-vision software from the University of Massachusetts. The deformations analyzed to determine the constitutive constants in the creep relation. Furthermore, the non-contact method exploits stress gradients within the sample to determine the stress exponent in a single test, versus the many tests required with conventional methods. This method was validated in collaboration with the University of Tennessee for niobium at 1985 øC, with agreement within the uncertainty of the conventional measurements. A similar method will be employed on Ultra-High-Temperature Ceramics of interest to the AFOSR, such as ZrB2 or HfB2 SiC composites. | |
| RNET TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
240 W. Elmwood Dr. Dayton, OH 45459 (937) 433-2886 PI: Mr. Todd Grimes (937) 433-2886 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF DAYTON
UDRI Dayton, OH 45469 (937) 229-4053 ID#: F08A-021-0301 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-021 Selected for Award |
| Title: Sub-aperture based EO imaging systems | |
| Abstract: RNET Technologies, Inc., (RNET), a small business located in Dayton, OH, is responding to the STTR in collaboration with Prof. Bradley Duncan and Prof. Joe Haus of the University of Dayton (UD). The solicitation states that the objective of this STTR is to develop sub-aperture based EO imaging systems capable of being near conformal and of compensating for atmospheric effects. It also states that high efficiency non-mechanical, or micromechanical, steering of the field of view of the sub-apertures should be used. RNET is submitting this proposal since UD has already developed a sub-aperture based imaging system that can be transitioned to RNET. The goal of this proposal is to further develop this UD system so that it will meet all the stated Air Force requirements. A compute board that will facilitate real-time calculations and system control will be designed in Phase I and developed in Phase II. | |
| SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS, LLC
530 New Los Angeles Avenue, Suite115 Moorpark, CA 93021 (805) 529-3800 PI: Dr. Karl Christe (805) 529-3800 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Loker Research Institute Los Angeles, CA 90089 (213) 740-2692 ID#: F08A-022-0277 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-022 Selected for Award |
| Title: Novel energetic materials from new polyazide ingredients | |
| Abstract: Polynitrogen and high-nitrogen compounds hold great potential for High Energy Density Materials (HEDM). Particular advantages of these compounds are their high energy content, environmentally more benign combustion products, low plume signatures, low smoke, low gun barrel corrosion, and potential for oxidizer and fuel compatible gas generators. During the past decade, much progress was made in the synthesis of novel polyazides, however these compounds were not evaluated systematically for potential applications. The goals of this proposal are the summarization of our unpublished results in polyazide chemistry in manuscript form, the systematic evaluation, including sensitivity and stability data, of the known polyazides, the identification of potential candidates for applications, such as primary explosives, and the synthesis and characterization of missing links in this field. A second area of interest involves high nitrogen heterocycles. Generally, these compounds have high nitrogen content, very favorable heats of formation, good densities and high stability, but suffer from bad oxygen balances. We would carry out systematic studies to improve their oxygen balances either by combination with high-oxygen carrying anions, which are being developed by us under an ongoing AFOSR STTR Program, or by the introduction of oxidizing groups into heterocyclic cations. | |
| SCIENTIFIC FORMING TECHNOLOGIES CORP.
2545 Farmers Drive Suite 200 Columbus, OH 43235 (614) 451-8320 PI: Dr. Wei-Tsu Wu (614) 451-8322 Contract #: |
NORTHWESTERN UNIV.
633 Clark Street Evanston, IL 60208 (847) 491-2847 ID#: F08A-013-0117 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-013 Selected for Award |
| Title: Modeling Spin Test Using Location Specific Material Properties | |
| Abstract: To meet the demands of increasing thrust and high pressure ratios of jet engines, nickel based superalloy engine components are manufactured with dual microstructure distributions. Fine grain, high strength bore properties are contrasted with coarser grain, creep resistant rim properties. It is critical to evaluate the performance of jet engine disks during spin pit test as well as under service conditions. The proposed work focuses on incorporating modeling infrastructure to analyze the disk behavior during spin pit test using location specific material properties. The effects of residual stresses and local microstructure features from the prior thermo-mechanical processing along with the centrifugal forces due to high cyclical rotational speed encountered during the spin test need to be analyzed for its impact on the burst speed and permanent disk growth. We propose to implement an infrastructure in DEFORM modeling system to handle location specific material properties and microstructure features such as grain size, orientation and precipitate size. Critical variable affecting plastic strain and burst speed of the disk will be studied. At the end of the first phase, we would study and propose models for grain evolution, precipitation and creep behavior. Applicable tensile strength prediction models will be evaluated for future implementation. | |
| SCIENTIFIC MONITORING, INC.
8777 E.Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85258 (440) 328-5832 PI: Dr. Walter Merrill (440) 328-5832 Contract #: |
STANFORD UNIVERISTY
551 Serra Mall stanford, CA 94305 (650) 723-4432 ID#: F08A-026-0049 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-026 Selected for Award |
| Title: Analysis of Distributed Control of Turbine Engines | |
| Abstract: SMI in partnership with Stanford University will perform research to develop and apply new methods to analyse and predict stability and performance of a distrubuted control for a gas turbine engine. | |
| SIENNA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
19501 144th Avenue NE Woodinville, WA 98072 (425) 485-7272 PI: Ms. Stephanie Sawhill (425) 485-7272 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF NEW MEXICO
1700 Lomas NE, Suite 2200 Albuquerque, NM 87131 (505) 277-7575 ID#: F08A-030-0206 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-030 Selected for Award |
| Title: Nonlinear Dielectric Nanocomposites for High Frequency Operation | |
| Abstract: This SBIR program will develop a highly non-linear polymer-ceramic nanocomposite capable of operation at >1 GHz. Highly non-linear, nanocrystalline ceramic dielectric particles will by synthesized via sol-gel processing. We will control the chemical composition and particle size to obtain nanosize particles with a high dielectric constant (e>1000), low loss (<0.005) and short relaxation time (<1 ns). We will employ a novel processing method to produce nanocomposites with >70% volume dielectric material that are well dispersed in the polymer matrix. The proposed processing technique can be used to produce mechanically strong complex shapes and large size composites (>1 m length) for pulse forming or nonlinear transmission lines. In Phase I, we will determine the effect of the chemical composition and particle size of the nanodielectric material on the dielectric properties of the polymer-ceramic nanocomposite. The breakdown strength, loss, dielectric constant, and non-linearity of the nancomposite will be measured at 100 MHz to 1 THz. In Phase II, we will determine the exact nanodielectric composition and particle size that results in a polymer-ceramic composite with the highest dielectric constant, lowest loss, and shortest relaxation times. | |
| SIGMA TECHNOLOGIES INTL, INC.
10960 N. Stallard Place Tucson, AZ 85737 (520) 575-8013 PI: Dr. Angelo Yializis (520) 575-8013 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF ARIZONA
The University of Arizona Tucson, AZ 85721 (520) 626-6941 ID#: F08A-030-0269 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-030 Selected for Award |
| Title: Nanodielectrics with Nonlinear Response for High Power Microwave Generation | |
| Abstract: This proposal addresses the development of nanostructured dielectric materials with a nonlinear parametric response, designed to be integrated into a high power capacitor system. Recent developments in nanodielectrics utilizing metal-insulator transition and plasmon based phenomena have resulted in non linear capacitor dielectrics with ultra high dielectric constants but relatively low breakdown voltage and energy densities. The proposed nanostructured capacitor dielectric is composed of metal nanoparticles arranged with a high level of orientation in a polymer matrix. The nanoparticles are arranged in close proximity to each other in a two dimensional matrix to take advantage of charge coupling that results from Plasmon interactions. Furthermore, several 2D nanoparticle matrices are arranged in a 3D matrix in a precise manner to elevate the breakdown strength of the composite dielectric. The nanoparticles can have different size and density and their major role is to increase the dielectric constant and enhance the non linear behavior of the dielectric. A vector network analyzer will be used to measure the complex dielectric permittivity and permeability in microwave frequencies from 50MHz to 67GHz and Terahertz time domain spectroscopy in both transmission, and reflection modes, will be used to measure both the complex refractive index and the wave impedance. This will allow extraction of the permittivity and permeability values in the terahertz frequency range. The Phase I program will focus in the design, fabrication and parametric evaluation of composite dielectrics comprising of 2D nanoparticle arrays in a 3D matrix, where the number of arrays will be varied along with nanoparticle size and density. Basic capacitor properties such as DC and AC breakdown strength, dissipation factor, and capacitance will be measured at select frequencies and temperatures | |
| SPECTRAL ENERGIES, LLC
2513 Pierce Ave. Ames, IA 50010 (937) 266-9570 PI: Dr. Sivaram P. Gogineni (937) 266-9570 Contract #: |
FLORIDA STATE UNIV.
FAMU/FSU College of Engg. Tallahassee, FL 32310 (850) 644-0053 ID#: F08A-007-0104 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-007 Selected for Award |
| Title: Active-Distributed Boundary Layer Management Using Flow Sensory Actuators | |
| Abstract: The goal of achieving efficient flow control becomes even more challenging for MAVs as a result of the significant weight and size limitations. These preclude the use of complex hardware and control schemes which may be usable in conventional aircraft. In this research program, we propose an ambitious but realistic approach for developing and implementing, self-adapting, integrated sensor-actuator systems (sensory flow actuators) for the next generation of MAVs. Our highly interdisciplinary team of researchers with expertise in fluid dynamics, smart materials, actuator design and control has worked in this area for a number of years with a record of success in rapidly transitioning technologies to practical platforms of interest to the Air Force. Using a systematic approach consisting of analytical studies, design and rigorous experimental characterization, we propose to: a) Develop simple and robust sensory flow actuators using smart materials and innovative designs; b) Demonstrate their efficacy in achieving measurable boundary layer transition and separation control in wind tunnel studies and finally c) To deliver design tools for actuator and control schemes, together with a better understanding of the fluid dynamics and engineering know-how needed for implementing practical, efficient control in MAVs. | |
| SPECTRAL ENERGIES, LLC
2513 Pierce Ave. Ames, IA 50010 (937) 286-5711 PI: Dr. Robert P. Lucht (565) 494-5623 Contract #: |
PURDUE UNIV.
School of Mech. Engineering West Lafayette, IN 47907 (765) 494-5623 ID#: F08A-010-0222 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-010 Selected for Award |
| Title: ULTRAFAST DIAGNOSTICS FOR NOVEL ENERGETIC MATERIALS IN ROCKET ENGINE ENVIRONMENTS | |
| Abstract: Abstract | |
| SYMPLECTIC ENGINEERING CORP.
2901 Benvenue Ave. Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 528-1251 PI: Dr. Shmuel L. Weissman (510) 528-1251 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY
6131 Etcheverry Hall, Mailsto Berkeley, CA 94720 (510) 642-3358 ID#: F08A-003-0134 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-003 Selected for Award |
| Title: Solid Propellant Shock to Detonation Modeling and Formulation | |
| Abstract: The objective of this project is to develop software capable of predicting shock-to-detonation transition (SDT) of solid propellant formulations. SDT is prompted by localized events, occurring at the meso-scale (material) level, and leading to hot spots (e.g., adiabatic shear bands, hydrodynamic hot spots, and void collapse), which trigger violent chemical reactions. However, for the reaction to be able to propagate, the diameter of the propellant must be above a (propellant dependent) critical value for which chemical energy generation exceeds loss processes. A multi-scale finite element based model is employed to simulate SDT in composite solid propellants. This approach permits the incorporation, in a single analysis, of meso-scale structure effects such as void collapse, with the macro-scale characteristics such as the external diameter and bore shape of the solid propellant. A coupled thermal-mechanical-chemical model represents the propellant. The proposed approach will be implemented in a nonlinear finite element code. In order to demonstrate the feasibility of the proposed approach, numerical simulations of the Naval Ordnance Laboratory Large-Scale-Gap-Test will be carried out. The results of these simulations will be validated against data obtained from real experiments. | |
| SYMPLECTIC ENGINEERING CORP.
2901 Benvenue Ave. Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 528-1251 PI: Dr. Shmuel L. Weissman (510) 528-1251 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY
6131 Etcheverry Hall, Mailsto Berkeely, CA 94720 (510) 642-3358 ID#: F08A-013-0135 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-013 Selected for Award |
| Title: Robust Model for Behavior of Complex Materials during Spin Testing | |
| Abstract: The objective of this project is to develop a practical finite element based simulation of spin-pit tests of discs, incorporating localized effects including: residual stresses, dislocations, and chemical-composition gradients. Some of these localized effects are introduced during the shape forming process. Disc failure in spin-pit tests critically depends on localized effects. A multi-scale finite element model is proposed that enables the incorporation of macro- and meso-scale effects in a single analysis. An important feature of the proposed approach is that it enables the simulation of localized effects that are arbitrarily oriented relative to the geometry of the finite element mesh. This feature is critical because it enables the simulation of the propagation of oriented localized effects, such as fatigue cracks, independent of the mesh geometry. A numerical simulation of a spin-pit test of a disc of simple geometry will be used to demonstrate the feasibility of the proposed approach. In this simulation, location-specific effects such as material properties, locked-in stresses, and dislocations present in the disc at the beginning of the mesh will be assumed known, and will be introduced through procedures developed in this project. | |
| TAITECH, INC.
1430 Oak Court Beavercreek, OH 45430 (937) 431-1007 PI: Dr. Chung-Jen Tam (937) 255-4146 Contract #: |
WRIGHT STATE UNIV.
209 Russ Eng. Center, MME Dayton, OH 45435 (937) 775-5040 ID#: F08A-008-0205 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-008 Selected for Award |
| Title: Ultra-sensitive shear stress/pressure sensor and smart piezoelectric actuator for flapping-wing dragonfly model | |
| Abstract: The innovation of the proposal is threefold: 1) the application of AFM technology on MAVs to pursue ultrahigh-sensitive pressure sensor, 2) 3-dimensional high-efficiency flight control model of flapping-wing dragonfly, 3) piezoelectric materials based smart actuator to control the dragonfly flight. In particular, the sensing of environment by snulps and the successive reaction by smpa are inspected and supervised through the state-of-art 3-dimensional aerial dynamic modeling. This provides a close-to-real platform to study the aerodynamics with small Reynolds number, and to exam the flight condition visually to eventually realize the control of the agile flight. The coherent study on coordination of sensing, date-processing, and actuating, we believe, is the core knowledge and technology for future MAVs. In addition, a high-fidelity shear stress sensor will be developed to measure the flow features on the MAV and also to validate the numerical predictions in the Phase II efforts. The unique technology proposed here is compatible with the standard semiconductor industry, which guarantees a straightforward technology transfer from university to industry. | |
| TAO OF SYSTEMS INTEGRATION, INC.
144 Research Drive Hampton, VA 23666 (757) 220-5040 PI: Dr. Mangalam (757) 220-5040 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF FLORIDA
Office of Engineering Research Gainesville, FL 32611 (352) 392-9447 ID#: F08A-008-0228 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-008 Selected for Award |
| Title: A Phenomenological Approach to Adaptive Flight Control of Agile MAVs | |
| Abstract: Recent experimental studies have shown that insects, bats, and birds manipulate vortex structures (circulation) with active wing morphing in order to achieve high lift even at low speeds. Tao Systems in partnership with the University of Florida proposes the development of an innovative technique to directly measure relative changes in vortex strength in order to control the instantaneous lift generated by flexible wings. The vortex structures and their spatial translation along the wing surface will be characterized with flush-mounted, micron-thin hot-film sensor arrays that are operated by high-sensitivity, large bandwidth signal conditioning and processing system pioneered by Tao Systems. The low-Reynolds number flow that is unique to the MAVs poses severe challenges to conventional approaches that are based on computing and collecting vast amounts of data to characterize the complex aerodynamic environment. Practically all the current methods used for flight control depend primarily on inputs from structural response to the unsteady aerodynamic environment, which is rarely, if ever, measured directly. The proposed innovation will make it possible to sense, actuate, and control the unsteady aerodynamic-structural interactions for precision operation of MAVs. | |
| TIPD, L.L.C.
9030 S. Rita Road, Ste 120 Tucson, AZ 85747 (520) 250-4405 PI: Dr. Arkady Bablumyan (520) 465-5081 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF ARIZONA
Sponsored Projects Services Tucson, AZ 85722 (520) 626-6000 ID#: F08A-001-0149 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-001 Selected for Award |
| Title: Updateable 3D Display Using Large Area Photorefractive Polymer Devices | |
| Abstract: The overall goal of this proposal is to develop a large area updateable 3D color display using unique photorefractive (PR) polymers with fast writing times (ms), long persistence (hours) and rapid erasure (seconds). As published in a recent Nature paper, the University of Arizona team has demonstrated for the first time that photorefractive polymers may be used for 3D displays with an image persistence of a few hours. The proposed work seeks to explore materials and techniques to enable a 300 mm x 300 mm display area, full color, long term persistence and a wide viewing angle. A multi-pronged approach is planned to integrate the presently established materials, materials approaches, and electronics/photonics techniques to achieve this goal. Primary tasks to be performed include the development of large area photorefractive polymer devices, formulation of a photorefractive polymer with high trap densities for reflection operation, reflection hologram development to provide wider viewing angle, and hologram multiplexing for multicolor operation. Reaching these demanding goals will further ensure broad application of PR polymers, and move updatable 3D display devices into applications in defense, aircraft design and manufacturing, surgery, advertising and training, to name a just a few of the most promising avenues. | |
| TRS CERAMICS, INC.
2820 East College Avenue State College, PA 16801 (814) 238-7485 PI: Dr. Seongtae Kwon (814) 238-7485 Contract #: |
PENN STATE UNIV.
278 Materials Research Laborat University Park, PA 16802 (814) 865-6992 ID#: F08A-030-0129 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-030 Selected for Award |
| Title: Nanodielectrics with Nonlinear Response for High Power Microwave Generation | |
| Abstract: The proposed barium strontium titanate (BST) nanodielectric devices will combine some of the best features of bulk and thin-film based tunable dielectrics: low microwave losses, high tunability at high fields, the potential for low operating voltages, and less temperature dependent dielectric response. The miniaturization of devices and reduction of insertion losses requires developments of materials with high dielectric constant (>1000) and low dielectric loss (<0.0005). In addition, our materials will permit operation at high-power (>10 MW) with tunable and selectable operational frequency range. To achieve tunability, high dielectric constant low dielectric loss, and high insulation resistance, we propose to develop nanoscale (BaxSr1-x)TiO3 (BST) based bulk nonlinear microwave components. If higher electric breakdown fields can be achieved in bulk materials through nanocrystalline ceramic engineering, then high tunability will become a reality for high power devices. | |
| WRIGHT MATERIALS RESEARCH CO.
1187 Richfield Center Beavercreek, OH 45430 (937) 431-8811 PI: Dr. Seng C. Tan (937) 431-8811 Contract #: |
THE UNIV. OF AKRON
302 Buchtel Common Akron, OH 44325 (330) 972-6459 ID#: F08A-028-0316 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-028 Selected for Award |
| Title: PAN-based Continuous Nanocomposite Carbon Fibers | |
| Abstract: The high strength, superior stiffness, and lightweight characteristics of carbon fibers have created enormous interest as reinforcing element for use in various structures of polymer matrix composites. Approximately 90 percent of all commercial carbon fibers are produced from a PAN precursor. The rest are manufactured from pitch and cellulose (rayon). Commercially used wet spinning of PAN-based fibers use large amount of toxic solvent. In recent years, nanomaterials and technology have shown promising in numerous areas with only a very small amount of content. In this proposed STTR project we will team up with University of Akron to process PAN fibers by an extrusion technique. We propose two approaches to tailor the nanostructure of the PAN fibers. These approaches enable continuous nanostructure carbon fibers and the associated composite to possess multifunctional properties. Preliminary research results indicated that both the proposed approaches are very promising. Nanostructure PAN-based carbon fibers with superior thermal-mechanical and electrical properties can be manufactured in a continuous and economical manner when the proposed technique is fully developed under this STTR program. | |
| ZONA TECHNOLOGY, INC.
9489 E. Ironwood Square Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85258 (480) 945-9988 PI: Dr. Chunpei Cai (480) 945-9988 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE
300 University Tower Irivine, CA 92612 (949) 824-9015 ID#: F08A-019-0025 Agency: AF Topic#: 08-019 Selected for Award |
| Title: A Unified Multidimensional Hybrid Gaskinetic BGK method using Cartesian Grid for Nonequilibrium and Chemically Reacting Flows | |
| Abstract: A consistent time-accurate Hybrid gaskinetic Bhatnagar-Gross-Krook (BGK) method (H-BGK), valid in the full Knudsen number (Kn) range, is proposed using Cartesian grid as a 3D tool to handle hypersonic aerothermodynamics from continuum to thermochemical nonequilibrium and ionized/plasma flows. H-BGK method is to provide automated sub-domain solutions by direct BGK method and the gaskinetic BGK method of Xu (BGKX) in the high and low Kn regimes respectively. Direct BGK employs the Shakov model using quadratures, i.e., values of the distribution function at certain discrete velocities being used in the integration, and high-order upwind scheme for its solution. The BGKX solver is a finite volume method, proven applicable for thermochemical nonequilibrium flows with accurate heat rate prediction. The Cartesian method proposed is a Gridless Boundary Condition Cartesian (GBCC) method due to Feng Liu, which is a grid-automated scheme with built-in multigrid to accelerate convergence and has proven applicable to unsteady/steady 3D flows. Phase I will validate H-BGK solutions with that of DSMC in terms of pressures and heat rates for cylinders and blunt cones at various Knudsen numbers. Phase II will fully develop the H-BGK solver in 3D with GBCC in chemically-reacting and ionization flows, boundary layer resolutions and aerothermodynamic prediction capability. | |
| ADVANCED INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY CORP.
9220 Jill Patricia N.W. Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 890-6096 PI: Mr. Matthew Monagle (505) 890-6096 Contract #: |
SANDIA NATIONAL LABORATORY
Microanalytical Systems Albuquerque, NM 87123 (505) 845-8223 ID#: A08A-014-0304 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-014 Selected for Award |
| Title: Microcombustor-Based Flame Ionization Detector for Micro Gas Chromatography & Field Chemical Analysis | |
| Abstract: This Phase I STTR will demonstrate the use of a micro flame ionization detector (microFID) on eight contractor-specified battlefield-relevant compounds. The basic microFID technology of this proposal was demonstrated at a prototype level at Sandia National Laboratories using internal R&D funding. Its critical dimensions are 0.4x1x1mm, and it has been proven effective on light hydrocarbons, DMMP, H2S and CS2. The system was primarily tested with a macroscale gas chromatograph (GC), but we did demonstrate in a limited set of experiments coupling to a MEMS GC. This program will greatly improve upon this work, moving from a prototype to a fieldable system in Phase II. Our team consists of Advanced Industrial Chemistry Corp, with experience in ionization detectors and GC, Prof. Overton of LSU, with experience in commercializing miniaturized GC systems, and Sandia National Laboratories, with experience in microFID/microGC and fieldable Microsystems for CW detection. Together we will deliver at least one complete hand-held system to the Army in Phase II. The MicroFID will serve as a general, rapid, compact field detector for the Army, but will also be commercially useful to every major industry that utilizes chemical analysis in product development, QC, homeland security, etc. | |
| ADVANCED MATERIALS & PROCESSES
104 Inwood Drive San Marcos, TX 78666 (512) 557-7461 PI: Dr. John Massingill (512) 557-7461 Contract #: |
TEXAS STATE UNIV.-SAN MARCOS
OSP JCK 489 San Marcos, TX 78666 (512) 245-2314 ID#: A08A-028-0132 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-028 Selected for Award |
| Title: Development of a Fire-Resistant, Thermal Barrier Coating with Low-Temperature Flexibility | |
| Abstract: Advanced Materials and Processes (AMP) can deliver a Thermal Barrier Coating (TBC) with low temperature flexibility. This is possible because of a major breakthrough in hollow clay nanotube technology. Halloysite nanotubes (HNTT) have been shown to increase coating flexibility an order of magnitude by reinforcing the binder at the nanolevel. HNT have been filled with liquid flame retardant (FR) phosphates, which impart FR properties to polymers without deteriorating physical properties by plasticization. This novel FR system, with a unique combination of properties, will allow AMP to deliver high performance TBC coatings with low temperature flexibility, traditional corrosion resistance, good appearance, and ease of application. The innovative new TBC will be comprised of: A commercial polyurethane hybrid binder from Scorpion Protective Coatings optimized for low temperature flexibility Halloysite hollow clay nanotubes filled with liquid FR additives from NaturalNano. Polysilazane ceramic precursor polymers from KiONr Specialty Polymers. Polyurethane plasticizers from Shell Chemical Company. Insulating hollow ceramic beads from Hy-Tech. (A NASA Spin Off 2003) | |
| AGAVE BIOSYSTEMS, INC.
P.O. Box 80010 Austin, TX 78708 (512) 656-6200 PI: Dr. Julien Fey (607) 272-0002 Contract #: |
CORNELL UNIV.
120 Day Hall Ithaca, NY 14853 (607) 255-7123 ID#: A08A-006-0268 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-006 Selected for Award |
| Title: Cell-based High Throughput Screening of Compounds Improving Mitochondrial Energetics | |
| Abstract: Improving age-related decrease in cognitive and physical capabilities has tremendous potential for the civilian population and military personnel, including prolonged aptitude of highly-trained military personnel and lowering of healthcare costs. Mitochondria, the organelle responsible for energy production in eukaryotic cells, are directly involved in programmed cell death and associated to the aging process. Agave BioSystems and Professor Tom Fox at Cornell University propose to develop cell-based assays to monitor positive changes at the mitochondrial level. High throughput screening of compound collections will identify increases in mitochondrial mass or membrane potential in yeast cells and polynucleated myotybes. To develop an optimal screening strategy, assays will be developed with the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae and differentiated myotubes. Assays using yeast, with fast doubling time, should be more sensitive than mammalian cells. Myotubes will serve as a model system very close to post-mitotic tissues and allow detection of compounds that affect targets specific to mammalian cells. In addition to identifying new compounds, characterization of their mechanism of action will identify new targets, most likely in the nuclear genome or mitochondrial proteome, leading to development of focused target-specific screens as a means to identifying more potent and bioavailable compounds. | |
| AGAVE BIOSYSTEMS, INC.
P.O. Box 80010 Austin, TX 78708 (512) 656-6200 PI: Dr. Janet Huie (607) 272-0002 Contract #: |
CORNELL UNIV.
120 Day Hall Ithaca, NY 14853 (607) 255-7123 ID#: A08A-035-0283 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-035 Selected for Award |
| Title: Ante-Mortem TSE Diagnosis by Electric Cell-Substrate Impedance Sensing | |
| Abstract: Transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSE) are responsible for fatal neurodegenerative diseases in humans, cattle, and sheep/goats. As TSEs can take many months and even years to present clinical symptoms, it is critical for food and contact safety to diagnose the disease at the earliest possible time point. A cell culture based system can offer the sensitivity and specificity required for anti-mortem diagnosis. In cells, cellular prion protein selectively binds copper to prevent oxidative damage and resulting cell death. Loss of this protein through addition of infective scrapie TSE induces an enhanced sensitivity to copper. Thus, monitoring cell health as copper is added can provide an indicator of the presence of TSEs. Agave BioSystems proposes to detect the change created by infective scrapie TSE through the use of electric cell-substrate impedance sensing (ECIS). Change in electrical impedance is a highly sensitive predictor of the integrity of the cell membranes and of cell viability. Thus, we predict rapid diagnosis of ante-mortem, preclinical samples from this sensitive and specific cell culture impedance detection system. Agave BioSystems, in collaboration with the Cornell University Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC), proposes to develop a scrapie-susceptible cell line for ante-mortem detection of scrapie in real time by ECIS. | |
| AMERICAN GNC CORP.
888 Easy Street Simi Valley, CA 93065 (805) 582-0582 PI: Dr. Seong K. Mun (202) 687-7955 Contract #: |
GEORGETOWN UNIV. HOSPITAL
3000 Reservoir Rd Washington, DC 20057 (202) 687-0020 ID#: A08A-034-0281 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-034 Selected for Award |
| Title: Robotic Standoff Neck and Spinal Injury Assessment Device | |
| Abstract: Our long-term objective of this project is to develop an integrated system that is capable of categorizing and managing injured combatants in the field of combat trauma care. In this STTR, however, we focus on developing suitable imaging systems that can triage the combatants who are salvageable, assess their immediate potential head and spine injury and determine those with unstable spine injuries requiring special stabilization during battlefield rescue. A robotic-based intelligent system will also be employed to deliver the medical care. In this STTR project, the research team at the ISIS Center Georgetown University Medical Center (GUMC), American GNC Corporation (AGNC), and Imperium Inc. would like to propose methods of using a special type of ultrasound system and an infra-red imaging device to judge spine alignment and diagnose potential spine injury. GUMC researchers have been performing various research in the fields of advanced medical imaging and image-guided intervention. AGNC has a wide range of expertise in the automation of robotic intelligence and will be responsible for the modification of the robotic arm and integration of the imaging device systems and intelligent communications for combat casualty care. Imperium has been specializing on CMOS-based ultrasound sensors and ultrasound imaging system development. Imperium plans to develop a multi-angle projection-reflection C-mode system for imaging the spine in this project. In this Phase I program, we will perform a feasibility study by testing two main devices potentially suitable for imaging injured spine in the battle field. We will also perform simulation studies on operation of the image devices, image acquisition, and network communications using the AGNC Coremicror Robot. | |
| ANDROBIOSYS, INC.
73 High Street Buffalo, NY 14203 (716) 860-7920 PI: Dr. Michael Zwick (716) 860-7920 Contract #: |
ROSWELL PARK CANCER INSTITUTE
Elm and Carlton Streets Buffalo, NY 14263 (716) 845-2312 ID#: A08A-041-0388 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-041 Selected for Award |
| Title: Circulating Prostate Cancer Progenitor Cell Assay Development | |
| Abstract: This Phase I contract proposal will evaluate and identify markers associated with prostate cancer progenitor stem cells, that differentiate these cells from adult tissue stem cells and benign prostate progenitor cells. The eventual goal of this work would be to develop a high throughput blood-based assay highly specific for circulating prostate cancer progenitor cells. A cell shed from a tumor must be capable of surviving separate from the microenvironment of the primary tumor, and possess the capacities of proliferation and plasticity, to regenerate a metastasis. These traits essentially describe a cancer stem cell (CSC). Therefore, we propose to develop a technology to identify circulating CSCs, or more accurately the progenitor cells that are their immediate progeny, an approach that should provide a more informative prognostic tool for prediction of aggressiveness and metastatic potential. | |
| APTIMA, INC.
12 Gill Street Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 496-2415 PI: Dr. Kara Orvis (781) 496-2417 Contract #: |
GEORGE MASSON UNIV.
4400 University Drive Fairfax, VA 22030 (703) 993-4573 ID#: A08A-002-0309 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-002 Selected for Award |
| Title: Emotion Management Orientation and Training Exercises (EMOTE) | |
| Abstract: Army leaders face a wide variety of emotionally charged situations. Success in dealing with these situations requires that Army leaders manage their emotions and those of others. Army leaders, however, receive relatively little training in this area. Neither the Army Leadership Field Manual (FM 6-22) nor the Psychology Research literature provides a great deal of guidance regarding the trainable attributes (e.g., knowledge and skills) that are needed to manage emotions in oneself and others. One purpose of the proposed Phase I work is to compile and synthesize research from various domains in order to build a theoretical model depicting the nature of emotional management and the attributes that predict it. A second purpose will be to outline a strategy for testing the model empirically. This strategy will include scenario based assessment of key variables. The model will then inform a web-based training program, the Emotion Management Orientation and Training Exercises (EMOTE) program, that will help Army leaders to develop emotion-relevant knowledges and skills. We will also outline in Phase I a strategy for evaluating the EMOTE system. | |
| APTIMA, INC.
12 Gill Street Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 496-2415 PI: Dr. Michael Keeney (202) 552-6118 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF NEBRASKA AT OMAHA
6001 Dodge Street Omaha,, NE 68182 (402) 554-2286 ID#: A08A-003-0218 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-003 Selected for Award |
| Title: Military Advisors Training System (MATS) | |
| Abstract: The United States provides experienced personnel to advise foreign military and security forces. Success in this critical role requires advisors to be more than just competent warriors. Unfortunately, there is a continuing gap between the degree of training, cultural, and interpersonal expertise that advisors need and the training available to prepare them for success. Aptima, Inc. has partnered with the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) and its Center for Afghanistan Studies (CAS) to propose the development of a training system to improve the ability of military advisors to interact with their host-county counterparts in ways that will be effective in furthering host nation and American interests. The Army needs a theoretical model of how advisors should teach and coach counterparts that considers differences in the individual advisor and the individual counterpart, situational and cultural factors, counterpart learning strategies, and counterpart motivation levels. The model must identify best practices for instruction, relate these best practices to learning theory, account for the success or failure of coaching strategies, describe learning style differences in a specific Middle Eastern culture, and offer recommendations for overcoming language and communication difficulties and interpreter problems. The training must seamlessly integrate into existing Army training systems. | |
| ASPEN PRODUCTS GROUP, INC.
186 CEDAR HILL STREET MARLBOROUGH, MA 01752 (508) 481-5058 PI: Mr. Neng Ye (508) 481-5058 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF MASSACHUSETTS
100 Morrissey Blvd. Boston, MA 02125 (617) 287-5377 ID#: A08A-009-0377 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-009 Selected for Award |
| Title: Low-Temperature, Hydride-Based, High Purity Hydrogen Generator | |
| Abstract: A supported metal hydride with high gravimetric hydrogen density and high volumetric hydrogen density has been proposed for application as a hydrogen generating material for Army soldier-portable fuel cell generator requirements. The hydride is thermodynamically capable of releasing pure hydrogen at less than 80C. Quantitative demonstration of increased hydrogen production rate, reduced operating temperature, and increased reactant conversion relative to the unsupported hydride will be achieved. The low decomposition temperature and high hydrogen gravimetric density will facilitate the devleopment of a compact, simple and reliable fuel cell generator. | |
| BAMBOO LLC
1507 Plateau Lane Rapid City, SD 57703 (605) 484-0680 PI: Mr. Bernt Askildsen (605) 484-0055 Contract #: |
SD SCHOOL OF MINES & TECHNOLOGY
501 East Saint Joseph Street Rapid City, SD 57703 (605) 394-1668 ID#: A08A-037-0046 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-037 Selected for Award |
| Title: A Real-Time, Portable Non-Invasive Monitoring System of Muscle Oxygen and pH in Trauma Patients | |
| Abstract: War fighters face increased risk in the post 9-11 era of expanding terrorist activity and urban military conflicts. The problem is compounded by complex modern urban areas and modern rules of engagement often preclude the use of wide area offensive tactics. Consequently dismounted forces are called to enter challenging hostile terrain in search of select enemy targets. Many of these respondents are injured or killed each year due to improvised explosive devices detonated from remote locations. War fighters injured by these explosions often have significant loss of blood that leads to shock, which results in inadequate organ perfusion and tissue oxygenation. Hemorrhage is therefore a major cause of soldier death in the modern day battlefield. Resuscitation from shock aims to correct the mismatch between available oxygen and the demands of critical organs. Accurate knowledge of partial oxygen pressure, the oxygen saturation, and the pH of the peripheral muscle tissue support a successful resuscitation procedure. Therefore, this project will develop technology for a miniature device able to measure these parameters. The proposed system will utilize ultra bright directive light emitters with narrow photon energy spread in the 660nm to 1050nm spectrum. Each sensing objective will be optimized on a 3-layer phantom using an artificial neural network classifier scheme already proven to extract very reliable signals from highly cluttered ultra wide band raw data. The artificial neural network training strategy will take into account issues such as inhomogeneous medium, variation of light intensities, lack of monochromatic light sources, and the relation between light absorption, scatter and reflections. Under ideal conditions, the accuracy is expected exceed 95%. | |
| BIODETECTION INSTRUMENTS, LLC
535 W. Research Ctr. Blvd. Fayetteville, AR 72701 (479) 571-2592 PI: Dr. Lisa Bielke (479) 527-9763 Contract #: |
CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIV.
Research Office Cleveland, OH 44106 (216) 368-5525 ID#: A08A-032-0131 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-032 Selected for Award |
| Title: Bacteriophage-based Aerosol Decontaminant for Use in Patient Care Areas | |
| Abstract: Nosocomial transmission of multi-drug-resistant microorganisms in combat support hospitals is a well-recognized and growing problem. BioDetection Instruments proposes a rapid, simple and safe method for reducing contamination in hospital wards with a novel bacteriophage-based aerosol application. Bacteriophages are natural to the environment and pose no risk to humans. The bacteriophage product will have the potential to thoroughly coat and penetrate niches of bacterial reservoirs typically overlooked by standard housekeeping procedures. This Phase I project is focused on isolation and preliminary testing of bacteriophages that can reduce levels of Acinetobacter baumannii calcoaceticus and Klebsiella pneumoniae on stainless steel and Teflon surfaces. Additionally, bacteriophages will be selected to withstand drying to facilitate a lasting effect within the environment. | |
| BIOSTAR WEST
17535 Holiday Dr. Morgan Hill, CA 95037 (408) 778-1914 PI: Dr. Stacy Townsend (909) 447-6858 Contract #: |
HARVEY MUDD COLLEGE
Department of Chemistry Claremont, CA 91711 (909) 621-8643 ID#: A08A-032-0342 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-032 Selected for Award |
| Title: Aerosol Decontaminant for Use in Patient Care Areas | |
| Abstract: This Phase I STTR project will develop an innovative aerosol-based decontamination product effective against common nosocomial organisms. Nosocomial transmission of multi-drug-resistant microorganisms is an increasing concern at military and civilian healthcare facilities. The proposed project focuses on the development of an easily dispersed, nontoxic product capable of providing the rapid decontamination of a variety of microorganisms. The key component(s) of this proposed product are not only biocompatible, their method of action is such that they will not contribute to the development of microbial resistance to antibiotic medications nor cause harm to hospital equipment. A product such as the one proposed, providing accurate and prompt decontamination, would greatly mitigate the spread of nosocomial infection. An additional benefit of this material is that it provides a prophylactic against future contamination as well as a persistence of potentially over a month. This Phase I effort shall culminate in a fully operational proof of concept unit capable of demonstrating the feasibility and utility of the proposed technique, including bactericidal and bacteriostasis ability for decontamination and prophylactic use in compliance with EPA regulations. | |
| BODYMEDIA ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT, INC.
4 Smithfield Street Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (412) 543-1338 PI: Dr. Kavyan Najarian (804) 828-9731 Contract #: |
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIV.
1201 E. Marshall St, Richmond, VA 23298 (804) 828-9731 ID#: A08A-033-0235 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-033 Selected for Award |
| Title: Bioinformatic Based Wearable Critical Care Monitor | |
| Abstract: The objective of this Phase I application is the focused development of an advanced bioinformatic based wearable critical care monitor to enhance warfighter medical care. This will be accomplished by building upon an existing advanced sensor, hardware and software platform developed by BodyMedia Advanced Development combined with additional computational and clinical expertise provided by Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). The effort will utilize advanced computational techniques allowing for data fusion of easily obtained low level signals to derive meaningful physiologic outputs. In this application we will harness our current capability to record galvanic skin response, temperature, heat flux, and heart rate to produce usable values of blood pressure, pulse pressure, oxygen consumption, oxygen debt, and heart rate related changes in volume loss. Physiologic data for the initial level of computational development will be obtained through an existing relationship between VCU and the US Army Institute of Surgical Research using models of lower body negative pressure. The device will provide contextual information such as level of activity to the analysis of physiologic signals thus making their interpretation more useful. Such a device should enable remote triage as well assisting in the point of care diagnosis and treatment of the wounded warfighter. | |
| BRUSH MOUNTAIN TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
502 Cedar Orchard Dr. W Blacksburg, VA 24060 (540) 998-6883 PI: Mr. Philip Gillett (703) 625-7217 Contract #: |
VIRGINIA TECH
141 Durham Hall blacksburg, VA 24061 (540) 231-5846 ID#: A08A-019-0141 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-019 Selected for Award |
| Title: Development of a Soldier Battlespace Auditory Analyzer System | |
| Abstract: The objective of this project is to develop a man wearable auditory analyzer system that can improve the situational awareness, listening capability and communication of a soldier operating in an urban environment. This will be developed through three main technologies: 1. A data collection system consisting of a microphone array embedded on a soldier. Array characterization and diffraction compensation techniques will be employed. 2. Using continuous information networks and other efficient signal processing techniques, detection, error compensation, classification and estimation will be conducted on a low weight, power efficient platform 3. Using usability engineering methods the information extracted will be presented to the user in a format that creates clarity, reduces confusion and enhances situational awareness A working prototype system based on a laptop computing platform will be demonstrated at the end of phase I. It will consist of a wearable microphone array with external sensor conditioning and data acquisition. In real time the system will detect, classify and display a variety of sound sources and their relative bearings. The system will automatically detect user voice signals, user footsteps and microphone impacts and classify them as "near-field" events. A commercial laptop, simulating the soldier's view, will act as a display. | |
| C3 PROPULSION
3100 Fresh Way SW Huntsville, AL 35805 (256) 713-1220 PI: Mr. Alton J. Reich (256) 713-1220 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF ALABAMA
152 Rose Administration Bldg Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 (205) 348-7249 ID#: A08A-022-0459 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-022 Selected for Award |
| Title: Ionic Liquid Monopropellant Based Gas Generator | |
| Abstract: Energetic ionic liquids (EIL) represent a new, and potentially revolutionary development in propulsion chemistry. These salts, with unique attributes of surface tension, vapor pressure, thermal stability, and reactivity are leading candidates for low-toxicity, reduced hazard replacements of conventional (hydrazine based) monopropellants. C3 Propulsion, in collaboration with the Center for Green Manufacturing of the University of Alabama propose to design, develop, and demonstrate the feasibility of an on-demand gas generator based on ionic liquid monopropellant that supplies pressures up to 3500psi and is suitable for use with pressurizing liquid and gelled fuel and oxidizer tanks. In Phase I, we will identify and evaluate ionic liquid monopropellants and ignition systems, conduct hazard and toxicity evaluations, and demonstrate experimentally the rapid, controlled ignition of a prototype GG system. In Phase II, the effort will be to design, construct, and evaluate an on-demand ionic liquid monopropellant based gas-generator to pressurize fuel and/or oxidizer tanks at various pressures, and deliver a complete system to the Army for evaluation testing. C3 Propulsion involves its technology transition partners in the early phase of the project to maximize Phase III potential. Moreover, to drive our technology transition, we work with SBIR technology brokerage services to help align small business innovation with industry technology gaps. | |
| CBANA LABORATORIES
60 Hazelwood Dr Champaign, IL 61820 (217) 239-1950 PI: Dr. Byunghoon Bae (217) 244-4872 Contract #: |
TRUSTEES UNIV. OF ILLINOIS
1901 S First St Suite A Champaign Il, IL 61820 (217) 333-2187 ID#: A08A-014-0319 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-014 Selected for Award |
| Title: Micro-burner Based Flame Ionization Detectors for Micro-scale Gas Chromatographs | |
| Abstract: Micro-Gas Chromatographs (micro-GC) have the potential of providing a fieldable device that could 1) identify chemical threats in a battlefield, 2) provide assessment of warfighter health status, chemical exposure, stress level, and hydration, but we need better detectors if this potential is to become a reality. The objective of the proposed work to develop a micro-flame ionization detector (micro-FID) with critical dimensions below 1 millimeter that has enough sensitivity to be used in conjunction with a micro-GC for chemical threat identification and warfighter health assessment. In the proposed work we will select the most promising approaches for integration with a MEMS-based GC system, build a prototype device, and demonstrate the detection of eight battlefield-relevant fuel surrogates, simulants, and interferents with the micro-FID. | |
| CELLTECH POWER, LLC
131 Flanders Road Westborough, MA 01581 (508) 898-2223 PI: Dr. Thomas Tao (508) 898-2223 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF SOUTH CAROLINA
301 Main Street Columbia, SC 29208 (803) 777-3270 ID#: A08A-007-0313 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-007 Selected for Award |
| Title: Liquid Metal Anodes for a JP-8 Fuel Cell | |
| Abstract: This work will explore the relevant parameter space and continue development of a sulfur-tolerant, direct JP-8 fuel cell using the liquid tin anode SOFC. This work will review potential liquid metal anodes for direct JP-8 applications followed by a characterization of the physical processes involved in power production. A mathematical model will be developed to predict the behavior of the cell, individual components and key processes. Finally, a conceptual study of a 500 Watt power source based on the liquid tin anode will be developed. | |
| CREARE, INC.
P.O. Box 71 Hanover, NH 03755 (603) 643-3800 PI: Dr. Darin A. Knaus (603) 643-3800 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF MINNESOTA
151 Amundson Hall Minneapolis, MN 55455 (612) 625-9391 ID#: A08A-023-0229 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-023 Selected for Award |
| Title: Reactive Flash Volatilization JP-8 Reformer | |
| Abstract: Compact, efficient, and sustainable electric power generators are needed to provide electric power for deployed military operations. In order to meet logistical requirements, the military is seeking to convert combustion-powered systems to a common fuel: JP-8. Generators that operate on JP-8 fuel are currently available for powers above 2,000 W-electric, and batteries generally meet power needs below 250 W. For the "transitional" power range of 250 to 2,000 W, most available generators are based on reciprocating engines that operate on gasoline. This project seeks to develop logistics fuel reforming technologies capable of converting JP-8 into synthetic gasoline, enabling JP-8 operation of a commercial generator in the transitional power range. Our technical approach involves reactive flash volatilization (RFV) catalytic partial oxidation (CPOX) fuel reforming. This approach inhibits the formation of solid carbon, which can clog catalyst pores, and is well suited for "on-board" reforming. In Phase I, we will demonstrate the feasibility of our RFV JP-8 reforming approach experimentally, and we will develop a design for a fieldable system for in-situ reforming. In Phase II, we will develop, build, and test a fieldable version of the in-situ RFV reformer, and deliver it to the Army for independent evaluation in the field. | |
| DBC TECHNOLOGY CORP.
4221 Mesa St. Torrance, CA 90505 (310) 378-4156 PI: Dr. David Cohn (310) 378-4156 Contract #: |
SRI INTERNATIONAL
333 Ravenswood Ave Menlo Park, CA 94025 (650) 859-5508 ID#: A08A-024-0102 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-024 Selected for Award |
| Title: Advanced Point Sensor | |
| Abstract: The enhanced capability point bio and chem sensor is based respectively on the recently discovered phenomenology of biological aerosol differential backscatter in the long wave infrared proven in field trials with a standoff sensor and on differential absorption. The novel point sensor will use compact, wavelength agile transmitters, including quantum cascade lasers and/or miniature CO2 lasers operating in the 8-12 ŸYm band that will be integrated into a combined differential absorption and backscatter cell with diagnostics typical of ringdown spectroscopy. The new point sensor will improve on present technology with the ability to detect and identify biological agent classes with good specificity and distinguish them from naturally occurring aerosols and interferants such as diesel exhaust, and it will be able to identify chemical agents using the same components and in the same package. | |
| DIAGNOSTIC VISION CORP.
33 Sheridan Road Wellesley, MA 02481 (781) 237-7429 PI: Dr. David Zahniser (781) 237-7429 Contract #: |
NORTHEASTERN UNIV.
316 Hurting Hall Boston, MA 02115 (617) 373-2922 ID#: A08A-036-0118 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-036 Selected for Award |
| Title: Automated Microscopic Malaria Diagnosis | |
| Abstract: In this project we will develop a computerized microscope based imaging system for field testing that will allow location and quantization of malarial parasites (trophozoites). The system will automatically scan a blood smear, locating the portions of the smear that are adequate for analysis and then counting the total number of red cells and the number of red cells containing parasites. The system will be capable of displaying digital images of all candidate parasites for confirmation by an operator if needed, and will allow relocation to objects located on the slides. The computer system will allow the operator to observe classes of located candidates (for example, high probability of being a parasite vs low probability) and confirm or reject objects. Total counts will be automatically updated during the editing process. High speed and high accuracy through sophisticated multi-spectral analysis are primary objectives of this project. | |
| ECROSSCULTURE
777 29th Street, Suite 102 Boulder, CO 80303 (303) 544-1978 PI: Dr. Andi O'Conor (303) 544-1978 Contract #: |
KENT STATE UNIV.
International Affairs Kent, OH 80309 (330) 672-0728 ID#: A08A-003-0290 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-003 Selected for Award |
| Title: Training Tools to Improve the Teaching and Coaching Skills of Military Advisors | |
| Abstract: We propose to develop and evaluate an innovative training system for improving military advisors' ability to teach and coach their host nation counterparts from a different country. Our effort will involve a comprehensive literature review, inclusion of an expert in cross-cultural training, interviews with SMEs, experts in the field, advisors, and host-national who have received US military advisor training. We'll produce a grounded theoretical model with identification of cultural, situational, and individual factors. We'll describe learning style differences in a specific Middle Eastern culture and make recommendations for overcoming language and communication difficulties. | |
| ENABLING ENERGY SYSTEMS
575 Comstock Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126 (773) 218-3598 PI: Dr. Farzad Mashayek (630) 217-7610 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO
Dept Mech Indust Engng Chicago, IL 60607 (312) 413-9662 ID#: A08A-012-0027 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-012 Selected for Award |
| Title: Electrostatic atomizing fuel injector for small scale engines | |
| Abstract: The goal of this proposal is to develop a fuel injection system for direct-injection, spark-ignition, small engines that provides tunable atomization and good fuel-air mixture with low power consumption, low weight penalty, and small space footprint. The proposed method injects electric charge into an electrically insulating liquid, such as JP-8, within a specific atomizer design. The primary atomization of the jet emerging from the atomizer is enhanced by the presence of the electric charge as is the downstream dispersion of the spray. The essence of the `charge injection' concept is that the high-voltage electrode supplying the electric current is encased within an earthed atomizer and completely immersed within the liquid fuel being sprayed. This ensures that the high voltage electrode is completely decoupled from the ionized combustion environment and cannot `short' through it. The proposed research will use in-house, specialized CFD codes to identify the drop size and charge requirements for particular time and length scales involved in small engines burning JP-8. Our preliminary estimates indicate that, while we know our existing single-orifice atomizer will successfully spray JP-8, a novel multi-orifice design will be more suited to meet the above requirements. The proposed effort will benefit from collaboration with the University of Illinois at Chicago with extensive expertise in both internal combustion engines and development of electrostatic atomizers for combustion applications. | |
| ENOGETEK, INC.
2716 Sunrise Street Yorktown Height, NY 10598 (914) 290-4747 PI: Dr. Lin-Feng Li (914) 290-4747 Contract #: |
UNIV. OF CINCINNATI
University of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH 45221 (513) 556-5054 ID#: A08A-011-0133 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-011 Selected for Award |
| Title: A NOVEL OXYGEN SEPARATION AND STORAGE APPARATUS FOR UNDERWATER AND HIGH ALTITUDE FUEL CELL APPLICATIONS | |
| Abstract: U.S. Military operations have come to depend more and more on unmanned vehicles (unmanned undersea vehicles UUVs and unmanned air vehicles UAVs) to carry out numerous missions. However, the transit distance for many of these missions is often well limited by the energy storage capacity of their power systems. Fuel cell, particularly SOFC that can be fed directly with reformate, looks promising. Conventional oxygen supply takes up a lot of volume (up to 40%). To solve this problem, one has to figure out a way to utilize the on-site oxygen resource. To separate oxygen from water, gill-swim bladder system constitutes an ideal model. Following this principle, in this SBIR program, a novel high selectivity, high efficient oxygen separation technology is proposed. Preliminary analysis suggests that Enogetek_s oxygen extraction and storage technology has the following advantages, 1) low cost; 2) low power consumption; 3) high oxygen flux and 4) robust and compact. Therefore, once developed, it could exceed the requirement of this solicitation. | |
| EON CORP.
707 4th Street Davis, CA 95616 (530) 756-6903 PI: Dr. Gino Cortopassi (530) 754-9665 Contract #: |
UC DAVIS
VM:Molecular Biosciences Davis, CA 95616 (530) 754-9665 ID#: A08A-006-0022 Agency: ARMY Topic#: 08-006 Selected for Award |
| Title: Identifying compounds that increase mitochondrial performance | |
| Abstract: The objective of this proposal is to isolate drugs that will enhance human physical and cognitive performance and resilience to trauma through enhancement of mitochondrial function. The significance of this opportunity is to reduce biological constraints on the modern army. Smaller, faster-moving fighting forces are constrained by physical endurance, which in turn is directly related to number and efficiency of muscle mitochondria. Additionally, mitochondrial function declines with age, contributing to the age-related loss of physical and cognitive performance. Experienced soldiers are forced to retire because of these losses of performance. Finally, field trauma leads to tissue death when metabolic reserves are insufficient. We have modified a high-throughput cell-based assay to sensitively monitor mitochondrial function, and will use this assay to screen for compounds increasing mitochondrial performance, through increased proliferation or increased electron transfer. We demonstrate that the assay detects a known mitoproliferation drug, and will optimize the assay for screening in 96 and 384-well plates in Phase I. In Phase II multiple drug and natural compound libraries will be screened, and mito-active drugs identified. The discovery of mitochondrial enhancers would represent an important step toward improving human performance and trauma resistance through augmentation of mitochondrial function througout aging. | |
| EPIR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
590 Territorial Drive, Suite B Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 771-0201 PI: Mr. Hari Vemuri (630) 771-0203 Contract #: |
ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
3301 South Dearborn St. Chicago, IL 60616 (312) 567-8813 ID#: A08A-017-0430 |