KinPhy is a kinetic in-band channel for millimeter-wave networks that uses physically oscillating metasurfaces to backscatter information to an mm-wave router (1). It consists of a metasurface and radar reader (2). The metasurface precisely modulates the phase of reflected mm-wave signals using piezo actuators, while the reader shines a mm-wave signal onto the surface and decodes the backscattered signal (3). Evaluation shows the system can accurately detect metasurfaces at distances up to 5m indoors, even when non-line-of-sight or facing away, demonstrating potential for applications like spontaneous authentication and security.
This document discusses a scalable wireless ECG streaming system for continuous monitoring of patients. The system uses low-cost disposable patches that can record and wirelessly transmit medical-grade vital signs like ECG, temperature, and blood pressure for up to 48 hours on a single charge. To address the challenges of reliably transmitting ECG data from multiple users over variable wireless body area network channels, the system employs a joint source-channel coding approach that linearly encodes ECG similarities within and across heartbeats to allow for graceful degradation of the ECG signal proportional to channel errors, relaxing the link budget and conserving power. Evaluation results showed the system achieved good compression and distortion performance across different ECG morphologies while enabling scalability,
IMULet is a cloudlet for inertial tracking that uses deep learning and edge computing with hooks for efficiency and generalizability. It is a key component toward infrastructure-less localization as required by physical internet and spatial computing applications. The paper presents IMULet as using an LSTM neural network to process raw IMU sensor data on devices for displacement estimation, with promising early performance results. Further scaling evaluation is still in progress.
This document discusses the MELODY project which uses ultra wideband technology for medical sensing, localization, and communications. The project aims to develop wireless technologies to continuously monitor vital signs, perform high resolution medical imaging without contact, localize objects inside the body, and transmit high data rate signals from implanted devices. Specific applications discussed include a wireless capsule endoscope for gastrointestinal imaging, localization of implants, and using medical radar to measure heart rate and blood pressure. The project has developed technologies to enable full HD video transmission from an ingestible capsule and localization of implants within millimeters.
Seminar on UWB(Ultra Wide Band)Radar system for Human being detection.Mainly for the advanced technologies Radar systems are developed.In 1940 American government has developed Radar for military purpose,and then the inventions in different field has emerged in respective aspects.Radars are use in many areas and its application is very large extent.
The document discusses the design of an ultra-wideband (UWB) antenna for underwater wireless communications. It first provides background on UWB technology and requirements for UWB antennas. It then analyzes using a folded bowtie antenna design that achieves the necessary broadband characteristics. Through parametric studies, it determines the optimal antenna dimensions and incorporates internal isolation to protect the circuitry from water. Simulation results show the isolated folded bowtie antenna design meets UWB specifications and maintains an omnidirectional radiation pattern for underwater use within short communication ranges.
KinPhy is a kinetic in-band channel for millimeter-wave networks that uses physically oscillating metasurfaces to backscatter information to an mm-wave router (1). It consists of a metasurface and radar reader (2). The metasurface precisely modulates the phase of reflected mm-wave signals using piezo actuators, while the reader shines a mm-wave signal onto the surface and decodes the backscattered signal (3). Evaluation shows the system can accurately detect metasurfaces at distances up to 5m indoors, even when non-line-of-sight or facing away, demonstrating potential for applications like spontaneous authentication and security.
This document discusses a scalable wireless ECG streaming system for continuous monitoring of patients. The system uses low-cost disposable patches that can record and wirelessly transmit medical-grade vital signs like ECG, temperature, and blood pressure for up to 48 hours on a single charge. To address the challenges of reliably transmitting ECG data from multiple users over variable wireless body area network channels, the system employs a joint source-channel coding approach that linearly encodes ECG similarities within and across heartbeats to allow for graceful degradation of the ECG signal proportional to channel errors, relaxing the link budget and conserving power. Evaluation results showed the system achieved good compression and distortion performance across different ECG morphologies while enabling scalability,
IMULet is a cloudlet for inertial tracking that uses deep learning and edge computing with hooks for efficiency and generalizability. It is a key component toward infrastructure-less localization as required by physical internet and spatial computing applications. The paper presents IMULet as using an LSTM neural network to process raw IMU sensor data on devices for displacement estimation, with promising early performance results. Further scaling evaluation is still in progress.
This document discusses the MELODY project which uses ultra wideband technology for medical sensing, localization, and communications. The project aims to develop wireless technologies to continuously monitor vital signs, perform high resolution medical imaging without contact, localize objects inside the body, and transmit high data rate signals from implanted devices. Specific applications discussed include a wireless capsule endoscope for gastrointestinal imaging, localization of implants, and using medical radar to measure heart rate and blood pressure. The project has developed technologies to enable full HD video transmission from an ingestible capsule and localization of implants within millimeters.
Seminar on UWB(Ultra Wide Band)Radar system for Human being detection.Mainly for the advanced technologies Radar systems are developed.In 1940 American government has developed Radar for military purpose,and then the inventions in different field has emerged in respective aspects.Radars are use in many areas and its application is very large extent.
The document discusses the design of an ultra-wideband (UWB) antenna for underwater wireless communications. It first provides background on UWB technology and requirements for UWB antennas. It then analyzes using a folded bowtie antenna design that achieves the necessary broadband characteristics. Through parametric studies, it determines the optimal antenna dimensions and incorporates internal isolation to protect the circuitry from water. Simulation results show the isolated folded bowtie antenna design meets UWB specifications and maintains an omnidirectional radiation pattern for underwater use within short communication ranges.
Dr. A.T. Kalghatgi gave a seminar on Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology and its applications. He discussed how UWB uses very short pulse transmissions which provide advantages like being immune to multipath fading, having high data transfer potential, and allowing many devices to operate simultaneously without interference. He then explained key UWB concepts, compared it to other wireless technologies, reviewed its regulatory definition and applications in areas like communications, radar, and asset tracking. Challenges in UWB design and adoption were also summarized such as coexistence with other systems, receiver complexity, and global spectrum harmonization.
The document summarizes the approaches that NASA's Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) mission will use to mitigate radio frequency interference (RFI) for its radar and radiometer instruments. For the radiometer, SMAP will use an on-board digital backend to detect and remove RFI through time, frequency and statistical analysis of the signal. For the radar, SMAP will use frequency hopping and thresholding to detect and remove RFI, with additional filtering of remaining RFI in ground processing. Studies indicate these approaches should allow SMAP to meet its requirements for RFI mitigation and soil moisture retrieval accuracy.
Edgetech Marine technologies presentation at Codevintec's Workshop (by Nick L...Codevintec Italiana srl
An enthusiastic public attended the Codevintec's Workshop held in Rome in October 2014.
Edgetech introduced its systems for Marine surveys: Side Scan Sonar, SubBottom Profilers, integrated instruments of the latest technology.
The applications are several: Harbour floor survey, dams and embankments, structure monitoring, disaster management, wreck location, archeology, geology, shallow gas detection...
Very interesting!
Autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) often operate close to the seabed (5m-15m) enabling higher resolution surveys using high frequency sonars. Compact Autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) are often deployed in shallow water environments where deeper-draft manned survey vessels are unable to operate. On such vehicles there is limited space to deploy separate imaging, mapping and sub-bottom sonars. This presentation describes the technology deployed in the EdgeTech 2205 sonar system, which enables combined data acquisition in one system on AUVs and ASVs. Examples of the data acquired are given, which can include dual- or triple- frequency side scan, Multiphase Echosounder (MPES) swath bathymetry, and sub-bottom profiler data.
Analysis for Radar and Electronic WarfareReza Taryghat
This document discusses techniques for measuring pulsed RF signals used in radar and electronic warfare applications. It begins with an overview of common radar applications and measurement types. It then discusses tools for measuring pulse parameters like pulse width, repetition interval, and power. These tools include power meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and specialized pulse analyzers. It also covers vector signal analysis and its ability to analyze modulation embedded on pulses. The rest of the document provides examples of measuring pulses with these various tools and techniques like pulse building, frequency hopping analysis, and analyzing LFM chirps.
Ground Penetrating Radar is a geo-sensor which is used for detecting the target material which is inside the surface and not seen superficially. Surface may be different type like ground, wall, desert e.t.c. It is useful for detecting those material whose electrical characteristics may be nearly equal to inside surface electrical property. The best use of GPR is for detecting land mines.
This document provides a summary of a professional development short course on ELINT (Electronic Intelligence) Interception and Analysis. The course, taught by Dr. Richard G. Wiley, covers methods for intercepting radar and other non-communication signals, analyzing the signals to determine their functions and capabilities, and practical exercises. Participants receive a textbook on ELINT. The 4-day course outline covers topics like radar fundamentals, receiver types, direction finding techniques, emitter location, pulse analysis, and modern radar waveforms.
Radar was originally developed for military purposes during World War 2 to locate ships and airplanes. Scientists later discovered that radar could also detect precipitation, leading to its widespread use today in weather prediction and analysis. The document discusses the history and components of pulse transmission and continuous wave radars. It also covers different types of radars like search, tracking, air surveillance and weather radars as well as radar antenna types including reflector and array antennas. The performance of radar is influenced by factors like frequency bandwidth, antenna size, transmitter power and propagation effects which determine appropriate frequency bands for different radar applications and ranges.
Radar is an electronic system that uses electromagnetic signals to detect objects by transmitting signals and receiving echoes. It was invented in the early 1900s and widely used during World War 2. A radar works by transmitting a modulated signal that bounces off a target and is detected by the receiver. Radar is used for applications like air traffic control, navigation, weather sensing, and military purposes. New technologies aim to reduce radar detection through stealth materials and synthetic aperture radar.
This document discusses the application of digital signal processing in radar signals. It provides an overview of how DSP is used extensively in modern radar systems, both at the transmitter to generate pulses and control antennas, and at the receiver to perform tasks like clutter removal and beamforming. The document also reviews some key techniques in DSP for radar signals, including constant false alarm rate processing and matched filtering for signal detection. It describes how DSP helps with tasks like tracking multiple targets, resolving measurement ambiguities, and combining information from radar and other sources.
This presentation is about radar and is presented by 6 students to their lecturer. It includes an introduction, history of radar including its development from experiments in the late 19th century to use in World War II. It also outlines the different types of radar, how radar works, and its various applications such as in weather forecasting, air traffic control, police speed detection, and military uses. The presentation concludes by discussing advances in radar technology and its increasing role in the future.
Selex ES EW Solutions Seminar at Paris Air Show 2013Leonardo
Selex ES provides electronic warfare solutions to help avoid, evade, and counter threats. They offer a range of EW systems including ESM, RWR, DIRCM, decoys, and integration solutions. As threats evolve rapidly, Selex ES invests heavily in R&D to continuously develop next-generation EW capabilities, such as an advanced RF decoy with off-board jamming and rapid response capabilities. Selex ES positions itself as a full-spectrum EW partner able to manage risks and enable sovereign EW capabilities for its customers.
This document proposes a switchable directional antenna system for ultra-wideband Internet of Things (IoT) applications. It consists of a DW1000 RF transceiver, ARM processor, RF switching network, and four directional antennas arranged to cover 360 degrees. By enabling control of the antenna direction, this system aims to reduce channel contention, increase communication range and throughput, and improve energy efficiency for low-power wireless networks. Measurements of the prototype show antenna gains between 2.7-3.4 dB and beamwidths of 88-108 degrees for each sector. This switchable directional antenna approach could provide advantages over narrowband IoT systems by mitigating multipath fading and cross-technology interference through UWB's
The SeeWave system is a solution for efficiently detecting and locating sources of interference that negatively impact cellular networks. It utilizes a scanning receiver, directional antenna, and tablet-based software to identify interfering signals through spectrum analysis and locate their source via triangulation algorithms. The all-in-one system allows a single user to both detect interference and pinpoint its location, improving network quality and saving time and costs compared to traditional methods.
Radar, which stands for radio detection and ranging, uses electromagnetic waves to detect distant objects such as aircraft, ships, motor vehicles, weather formations, and terrain. The document provides an overview of radar including its history, basic principles, components, types, factors affecting performance, applications, and advantages and disadvantages. It discusses how radar works by transmitting pulses of radio waves that bounce off objects and return to the radar receiver, enabling the determination of an object's range, altitude, direction, or speed.
The document summarizes Pawan Meena's summer training at the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) in New Delhi. It discusses (1) an overview of IMD, including its history and centers; (2) radar technology used by IMD, specifically Doppler Weather Radar (DWR) which uses microwave transmission to determine precipitation intensity and identify targets like rain, hail or snow; and (3) key learning outcomes from the training, such as gaining practical knowledge of DWR technology and its applications in weather monitoring and forecasting.
1. Angle tracking systems use antenna beam patterns and signal amplitude measurements to determine the direction of a target. Common tracking techniques include lobe switching, conical scanning, and monopulse.
2. Conical scanning nutates a single beam to produce amplitude modulated target returns that can be used to calculate the tracking error. Monopulse uses overlapping dual beams and a hybrid circuit to directly measure the tracking error from the amplitude ratio of the difference and sum channels.
3. Instrument landing systems apply the principles of monopulse tracking to provide lateral and vertical guidance for aircraft during low visibility landings.
Radar was originally developed for military purposes during World War 2 to detect ships and airplanes. Scientists later discovered that radar could also detect precipitation, making it an essential tool for weather prediction. There are two main types of radar: pulse radar which uses pulse transmission to determine range and continuous wave radar which relies on the Doppler effect. Key radar components include the transmitter, receiver, antenna, and display unit. Radar systems can be classified by their primary mission as search, tracking, or weather surveillance radars. Common examples include air search radars, long range surveillance radars, and tracking radars used in aircraft.
This document is a project report submitted by Kaushlendra Singh for the partial fulfillment of an M.Sc. degree in Electronics from the University Institute of Engineering and Technology, CSJMU, Kanpur. The report describes the development of a short range radar system called "RANGEFINDER". It includes certificates of submission, acknowledgements, contents, and the introduction which describes the background and motivation for developing such a system.
The document discusses and compares two approaches for underground object detection using ultra-wideband radar: surface-based radar techniques and borehole radar techniques. Surface-based radar uses wave reflection and attenuation for object registration, while borehole radar only uses wave reflection. Borehole radar provides twice the underground space observation of surface radar with the same system dynamic range. Both techniques allow computerized tomography processing and differ mainly in how deep the boreholes need to be. The document also presents examples of using these techniques for tunnel detection, including with transmitters and receivers on the surface or in vertical boreholes along a border.
This document provides an overview of ultra-wideband (UWB) technology. UWB uses short radio pulses rather than modulated carrier waves for communication. It has advantages like high data transfer rates, low power usage, immunity to interference, and ability to pass through obstacles. UWB can be used for applications such as wireless local area networks, sensor networks, tracking/positioning, and communications. The document discusses UWB principles, technologies like impulse radio, challenges including standardization, and potential applications and advantages of UWB technology.
Dr. A.T. Kalghatgi gave a seminar on Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology and its applications. He discussed how UWB uses very short pulse transmissions which provide advantages like being immune to multipath fading, having high data transfer potential, and allowing many devices to operate simultaneously without interference. He then explained key UWB concepts, compared it to other wireless technologies, reviewed its regulatory definition and applications in areas like communications, radar, and asset tracking. Challenges in UWB design and adoption were also summarized such as coexistence with other systems, receiver complexity, and global spectrum harmonization.
The document summarizes the approaches that NASA's Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) mission will use to mitigate radio frequency interference (RFI) for its radar and radiometer instruments. For the radiometer, SMAP will use an on-board digital backend to detect and remove RFI through time, frequency and statistical analysis of the signal. For the radar, SMAP will use frequency hopping and thresholding to detect and remove RFI, with additional filtering of remaining RFI in ground processing. Studies indicate these approaches should allow SMAP to meet its requirements for RFI mitigation and soil moisture retrieval accuracy.
Edgetech Marine technologies presentation at Codevintec's Workshop (by Nick L...Codevintec Italiana srl
An enthusiastic public attended the Codevintec's Workshop held in Rome in October 2014.
Edgetech introduced its systems for Marine surveys: Side Scan Sonar, SubBottom Profilers, integrated instruments of the latest technology.
The applications are several: Harbour floor survey, dams and embankments, structure monitoring, disaster management, wreck location, archeology, geology, shallow gas detection...
Very interesting!
Autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) often operate close to the seabed (5m-15m) enabling higher resolution surveys using high frequency sonars. Compact Autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) are often deployed in shallow water environments where deeper-draft manned survey vessels are unable to operate. On such vehicles there is limited space to deploy separate imaging, mapping and sub-bottom sonars. This presentation describes the technology deployed in the EdgeTech 2205 sonar system, which enables combined data acquisition in one system on AUVs and ASVs. Examples of the data acquired are given, which can include dual- or triple- frequency side scan, Multiphase Echosounder (MPES) swath bathymetry, and sub-bottom profiler data.
Analysis for Radar and Electronic WarfareReza Taryghat
This document discusses techniques for measuring pulsed RF signals used in radar and electronic warfare applications. It begins with an overview of common radar applications and measurement types. It then discusses tools for measuring pulse parameters like pulse width, repetition interval, and power. These tools include power meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and specialized pulse analyzers. It also covers vector signal analysis and its ability to analyze modulation embedded on pulses. The rest of the document provides examples of measuring pulses with these various tools and techniques like pulse building, frequency hopping analysis, and analyzing LFM chirps.
Ground Penetrating Radar is a geo-sensor which is used for detecting the target material which is inside the surface and not seen superficially. Surface may be different type like ground, wall, desert e.t.c. It is useful for detecting those material whose electrical characteristics may be nearly equal to inside surface electrical property. The best use of GPR is for detecting land mines.
This document provides a summary of a professional development short course on ELINT (Electronic Intelligence) Interception and Analysis. The course, taught by Dr. Richard G. Wiley, covers methods for intercepting radar and other non-communication signals, analyzing the signals to determine their functions and capabilities, and practical exercises. Participants receive a textbook on ELINT. The 4-day course outline covers topics like radar fundamentals, receiver types, direction finding techniques, emitter location, pulse analysis, and modern radar waveforms.
Radar was originally developed for military purposes during World War 2 to locate ships and airplanes. Scientists later discovered that radar could also detect precipitation, leading to its widespread use today in weather prediction and analysis. The document discusses the history and components of pulse transmission and continuous wave radars. It also covers different types of radars like search, tracking, air surveillance and weather radars as well as radar antenna types including reflector and array antennas. The performance of radar is influenced by factors like frequency bandwidth, antenna size, transmitter power and propagation effects which determine appropriate frequency bands for different radar applications and ranges.
Radar is an electronic system that uses electromagnetic signals to detect objects by transmitting signals and receiving echoes. It was invented in the early 1900s and widely used during World War 2. A radar works by transmitting a modulated signal that bounces off a target and is detected by the receiver. Radar is used for applications like air traffic control, navigation, weather sensing, and military purposes. New technologies aim to reduce radar detection through stealth materials and synthetic aperture radar.
This document discusses the application of digital signal processing in radar signals. It provides an overview of how DSP is used extensively in modern radar systems, both at the transmitter to generate pulses and control antennas, and at the receiver to perform tasks like clutter removal and beamforming. The document also reviews some key techniques in DSP for radar signals, including constant false alarm rate processing and matched filtering for signal detection. It describes how DSP helps with tasks like tracking multiple targets, resolving measurement ambiguities, and combining information from radar and other sources.
This presentation is about radar and is presented by 6 students to their lecturer. It includes an introduction, history of radar including its development from experiments in the late 19th century to use in World War II. It also outlines the different types of radar, how radar works, and its various applications such as in weather forecasting, air traffic control, police speed detection, and military uses. The presentation concludes by discussing advances in radar technology and its increasing role in the future.
Selex ES EW Solutions Seminar at Paris Air Show 2013Leonardo
Selex ES provides electronic warfare solutions to help avoid, evade, and counter threats. They offer a range of EW systems including ESM, RWR, DIRCM, decoys, and integration solutions. As threats evolve rapidly, Selex ES invests heavily in R&D to continuously develop next-generation EW capabilities, such as an advanced RF decoy with off-board jamming and rapid response capabilities. Selex ES positions itself as a full-spectrum EW partner able to manage risks and enable sovereign EW capabilities for its customers.
This document proposes a switchable directional antenna system for ultra-wideband Internet of Things (IoT) applications. It consists of a DW1000 RF transceiver, ARM processor, RF switching network, and four directional antennas arranged to cover 360 degrees. By enabling control of the antenna direction, this system aims to reduce channel contention, increase communication range and throughput, and improve energy efficiency for low-power wireless networks. Measurements of the prototype show antenna gains between 2.7-3.4 dB and beamwidths of 88-108 degrees for each sector. This switchable directional antenna approach could provide advantages over narrowband IoT systems by mitigating multipath fading and cross-technology interference through UWB's
The SeeWave system is a solution for efficiently detecting and locating sources of interference that negatively impact cellular networks. It utilizes a scanning receiver, directional antenna, and tablet-based software to identify interfering signals through spectrum analysis and locate their source via triangulation algorithms. The all-in-one system allows a single user to both detect interference and pinpoint its location, improving network quality and saving time and costs compared to traditional methods.
Radar, which stands for radio detection and ranging, uses electromagnetic waves to detect distant objects such as aircraft, ships, motor vehicles, weather formations, and terrain. The document provides an overview of radar including its history, basic principles, components, types, factors affecting performance, applications, and advantages and disadvantages. It discusses how radar works by transmitting pulses of radio waves that bounce off objects and return to the radar receiver, enabling the determination of an object's range, altitude, direction, or speed.
The document summarizes Pawan Meena's summer training at the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) in New Delhi. It discusses (1) an overview of IMD, including its history and centers; (2) radar technology used by IMD, specifically Doppler Weather Radar (DWR) which uses microwave transmission to determine precipitation intensity and identify targets like rain, hail or snow; and (3) key learning outcomes from the training, such as gaining practical knowledge of DWR technology and its applications in weather monitoring and forecasting.
1. Angle tracking systems use antenna beam patterns and signal amplitude measurements to determine the direction of a target. Common tracking techniques include lobe switching, conical scanning, and monopulse.
2. Conical scanning nutates a single beam to produce amplitude modulated target returns that can be used to calculate the tracking error. Monopulse uses overlapping dual beams and a hybrid circuit to directly measure the tracking error from the amplitude ratio of the difference and sum channels.
3. Instrument landing systems apply the principles of monopulse tracking to provide lateral and vertical guidance for aircraft during low visibility landings.
Radar was originally developed for military purposes during World War 2 to detect ships and airplanes. Scientists later discovered that radar could also detect precipitation, making it an essential tool for weather prediction. There are two main types of radar: pulse radar which uses pulse transmission to determine range and continuous wave radar which relies on the Doppler effect. Key radar components include the transmitter, receiver, antenna, and display unit. Radar systems can be classified by their primary mission as search, tracking, or weather surveillance radars. Common examples include air search radars, long range surveillance radars, and tracking radars used in aircraft.
This document is a project report submitted by Kaushlendra Singh for the partial fulfillment of an M.Sc. degree in Electronics from the University Institute of Engineering and Technology, CSJMU, Kanpur. The report describes the development of a short range radar system called "RANGEFINDER". It includes certificates of submission, acknowledgements, contents, and the introduction which describes the background and motivation for developing such a system.
The document discusses and compares two approaches for underground object detection using ultra-wideband radar: surface-based radar techniques and borehole radar techniques. Surface-based radar uses wave reflection and attenuation for object registration, while borehole radar only uses wave reflection. Borehole radar provides twice the underground space observation of surface radar with the same system dynamic range. Both techniques allow computerized tomography processing and differ mainly in how deep the boreholes need to be. The document also presents examples of using these techniques for tunnel detection, including with transmitters and receivers on the surface or in vertical boreholes along a border.
This document provides an overview of ultra-wideband (UWB) technology. UWB uses short radio pulses rather than modulated carrier waves for communication. It has advantages like high data transfer rates, low power usage, immunity to interference, and ability to pass through obstacles. UWB can be used for applications such as wireless local area networks, sensor networks, tracking/positioning, and communications. The document discusses UWB principles, technologies like impulse radio, challenges including standardization, and potential applications and advantages of UWB technology.
Ultra-wideband (UWB) antennas must transmit very short pulse signals accurately and efficiently. The document discusses various types of UWB antennas including traveling-wave antennas like horn antennas, frequency-independent antennas whose radiation patterns do not change with frequency, self-complementary antennas with constant input impedance regardless of frequency or shape, multiple resonance antennas made of multiple narrowband elements, and electrically small antennas. Key antenna characterization parameters in time and frequency domains are also presented.
This document compares different ultra wideband antennas with reduced radar cross section. It summarizes four antenna designs: a printed circular disc monopole antenna with a simple structure and ease of fabrication but performance dependent on ground plane width; a novel ultra wideband antenna with reduced radar cross section at high frequencies but not low frequencies; a novel low RCS Mobius-band monopole antenna with good radiation performance and 7dB RCS reduction; and a planar octagonal shaped UWB antenna with RCS reduced by 10dB and 25dB at low frequencies. The octagonal shaped antenna is identified as having good antenna performance overall.
The document discusses ultra-wideband (UWB) communication and antenna designs for UWB applications. It proposes a baseline UWB antenna and single, dual, and tri-band notch UWB antenna designs using capacitively loaded loop (CLL) elements. The CLL elements create band rejections at desired frequencies like WiMAX and WLAN bands. Parametric studies show how adjusting CLL length, gap size, and distance from feed affects band rejection performance. While the tri-band design achieves multiple notches, closely spaced bands are difficult to reject due to element coupling. Measured results validate the antenna designs and characteristics.
Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology uses short-range, low-power wireless transmission over a large bandwidth. It has applications in wireless personal area networks with a range of about 10 meters. UWB uses either very low power transmission over a very large bandwidth or very high power transmission over narrower bands. Multiple standards have been developed for different application scenarios, and UWB can operate in both licensed and unlicensed spectrum.
This document describes the design of an ultra wide band antenna for tactical communication systems. It proposes designing a rectangular patch antenna with a corner slot and coplanar microstrip feeding to operate in the 3.1-10.6 GHz band. The design methodology involves using HFSS simulation software to optimize the patch dimensions, substrate thickness and material to achieve good return loss, impedance matching and omnidirectional radiation patterns over the band. Simulation results are presented and show the antenna meets requirements for tactical communication applications.
Humanitarian Demining with Ultra Wide Band Ground Penetrating Radaralvaromunozmayordomo
The document discusses background removal techniques for ground penetrating radar (GPR) used in landmine detection. It provides background on the global landmine issue and introduces GPR technology for humanitarian demining applications. The scope of the thesis is described as focusing on clutter removal techniques to extract target signals buried in background. Several background subtraction algorithms are analyzed, including high pass filter, exponential averaging, linear prediction, and moving average. The techniques are tested on sample data scenarios and their performance at removing background is evaluated to isolate buried landmine targets.
This document summarizes a seminar presentation on Ultra Wide Band (UWB) technology. UWB uses extremely short pulses and a wide spectrum to achieve high bandwidth wireless connections with low power. It was defined by the FCC as any technology that has a fractional bandwidth greater than 20% of the center frequency or a bandwidth greater than 500 MHz. UWB offers advantages like high data transfer rates over short ranges, low power consumption, and ability to reuse spectrum by coexisting with other wireless technologies. Potential applications include wireless video, accurate ranging, imaging, and replacing cables like USB with wireless connectivity. The future scope of UWB includes uses in wireless personal area networks and possibly becoming the next mainstream wireless network technology.
You will hear about an R&D 100 award winning technology that enables biosecurity instrumentation testing and airborne contaminants tracking. The technology is inherently safe and provides flexibility in aerosol testing.
You will hear about an exciting new micromirror array designed and being prototyped at LLNL. It promises faster, more accurate motion and larger range than what is currently on the market. The new design will enable advanced applications in areas such as 3D image projection and high-speed focusable LIDAR, among others.
This document discusses Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory's research into using hydrogen as an automotive fuel. It describes a hydrogen powered Prius concept with a 650 mile range using hydrogen stored as a cryogenic liquid. Storing hydrogen at low temperature and high pressure reduces the weight, volume, and cost of storage tanks. Prototypes have passed safety tests for fire, bullets, temperature extremes, and have shown no hydrogen loss for over 10 days without use. The document advocates for hydrogen as a renewable, non-polluting fuel and discusses potential applications for automobiles, aircraft, forklifts, and mining vehicles.
This document describes a new graphite foam material with high thermal conductivity that could enable improved thermal management in electronics. The graphite foam has a thermal conductivity 5 times greater than copper but only 1/5 the weight of aluminum. It is currently being manufactured and has applications in electronics cooling, space radiators, and LED/fluorescent cooling. The material provides unmatched thermal performance for its weight and could allow increased performance and durability in applications like laptops and secure government communications.
DNATrek develops DNA-based traceability solutions to ensure food safety and test biodetection systems. Their flagship product, DNATrax, is a synthetic DNA tracer that can be applied to food to trace it from farm to fork in minutes, enabling rapid containment in case of outbreak. It can also be used to simulate biological threats for testing biodetection and filtration systems without risk. DNATrek is seeking $1 million in funding to complete food additive registration and pilot programs to demonstrate DNATrax's capabilities in food traceability and biodetection.
The document discusses point-of-care testing for infectious diseases like foot and mouth disease and MRSA. It describes a point-of-care device that can acquire and prepare a sample, amplify nucleic acids, and detect results, with advantages being simplified sample preparation and amplification in a disposable device, colorimetric detection readable by eye, and low cost reagents and device. Contact information is provided for Ida Shum.
This document summarizes research done at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory on using 3D printing to create cellular materials with controlled architectures. It shows how printing ordered porous structures enables better control over the materials' mechanical properties compared to traditional random porous materials. In particular, it demonstrates that a "face centered tetragonal" structure exhibits different stress-strain behavior under compression and shear than a "simple cubic" structure, despite both having the same material composition and 50% porosity. This controlled architecture printing process could enable new material designs with targeted performance properties.
Class 8 tractor-trailers consume 12-13% of total US petroleum usage and average 5-8 mpg. A 1% improvement in fuel economy would save 285 million gallons of diesel per year, equivalent to 3 million tons of CO2 emissions reduced. Aerodynamic designs have potential to significantly reduce fuel consumption and emissions; for example, one designer achieved a 50% reduction through aerodynamics alone. Drag reduction devices for trucks are a $12 billion industry, with some paying for themselves in fuel savings within one year.
This document discusses ultra-wideband (UWB) antenna design. It begins with an introduction to UWB technology and its advantages over other wireless standards, including high data transfer rates, immunity to interference, and precision positioning. The document then examines the challenges in UWB antenna design, such as efficiently generating and receiving short pulses without distortion. It provides examples of common UWB antenna types and evaluates their performance. Overall, the document emphasizes that UWB antennas must radiate compact, non-dispersive waveforms across the full regulated bandwidth while remaining small in size.
This document describes an intelligent wireless video monitoring system that uses computer vision. The system includes infrared sensors to detect movement near restricted areas, which triggers a stepper motor to rotate a camera toward the detected movement. Video images are transmitted wirelessly via an AM transmitter. The system is designed to be portable and allow maximum surveillance area with one camera. It has applications for border security, sensitive labs, and military zones. Future work could add facial recognition and integrate other sensor inputs to provide richer situation awareness.
Intrusion Detection In Open Field Using Geophone (Presentation)Nuthan Prasad
- The document presents a method for intrusion detection in open fields using geophones to detect seismic waves generated by intruders.
- A sensor node is developed that uses a geophone, amplifier, band-pass filter, envelope detector, and microcontroller to analyze seismic signals and detect intrusions based on the kurtosis of the signals.
- If an intrusion is detected, the sensor node wirelessly notifies an unmanned vehicle (UGV) which uses GPS to navigate to the location and take appropriate action. The overall system aims to provide security over large open areas that traditional camera-based methods cannot adequately cover.
This document discusses the development of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) equipped with sensors and algorithms to facilitate high-quality radiation mapping. The UAV would need to fly low, slow, and precisely to map radiation, which current technology cannot do. The project aims to explore creating a UAV that uses ultrasonic, infrared, optical flow, and laser sensors along with obstacle avoidance and radiation mapping applications. Simulations were developed in ROS and Gazebo to test the UAV configuration and obstacle avoidance system. Real UAV experiments mounted a custom laser scanner to provide distance feedback to an operator via Bluetooth and iPhone app. The goal is to combine tools developed in this project to create a radiation mapping UAV that meets initial requirements
This document presents a study on using ultra-wideband (UWB) FM-CW radar to detect human motion inside buildings. It includes sections that provide an introduction to radar technology and different radar types including pulse radar, continuous wave radar, and FM-CW radar. It also discusses UWB radar technology, its features such as high data rates and low power consumption. The document examines applying UWB radar for detecting human motion and describes how UWB signals propagate through different wall materials. It concludes that UWB technology is growing in importance due to its features and applications like imaging systems, radar systems, and sensor networks.
it has a small description about how wireless sensor system network can be applied in various field. A application of leaksge detection is discussed in detail.
Diverse Uses of Advanced Ultrasonic Inspection Technologies for Pipeline Olympus IMS
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Ultrasonic phased array testing is a powerful NDT technology and one whose use is growing rapidly in particular for the inspection of welds in small and large diameter pipelines.
This presentation comes from our webinar, Diverse Uses of Advanced Ultrasonic Inspection Technologies for Pipeline. It provides a brief introduction of ultrasound phased array testing and outlines the various benefits of encoded automatic testing (AUT) versus radiography (RFT) in terms of cost, user friendliness, and detectability.
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This document provides an overview of ultra-wideband (UWB) technology. It discusses what UWB is, its principles and characteristics in both the time and frequency domains. Key advantages of UWB include high data rates over short ranges, multipath immunity, low power and cost. Applications discussed include wireless personal area networks, military communications, ground penetrating radar and sensors. Challenges of UWB are also noted, as well as its future potential and comparison to other technologies.
Ultra wideband technology(mujeeb ur rehman)Mujeeb Rehman
This document discusses ultra-wideband (UWB) technology. It begins with definitions of UWB and its principles. UWB allows high data transmission rates over short ranges using low power. It has advantages like spectrum reuse, multipath immunity, and low cost. Applications discussed include wireless personal area networks, radar, sensors, and military communications. Challenges include interference and low power operation. In conclusion, UWB is well-suited for high-speed short-range wireless applications and has potential for use in many wireless networks.
wireless Communication Underwater(Ocean)tanveer alam
Underwater wireless communication uses acoustic signals to transmit digital information through water. Wired connections are not always feasible for underwater experiments due to problems like cable breaks or high costs. Acoustic communication is affected by factors like path loss, noise, multipath propagation, and Doppler spread. Advanced acoustic modems employ techniques like error correction coding to achieve low bit error rates. Underwater acoustic sensor networks use groups of sensors and autonomous underwater vehicles linked by acoustic connections to collaboratively monitor things like pollution, currents, and equipment. Despite progress, limitations remain regarding battery life, bandwidth, and environmental impacts on performance.
This document summarizes an seminar on underwater wireless communication. It discusses the history and necessity of underwater wireless communication, as well as technologies like acoustic communication. Applications include seismic monitoring, pollution monitoring, and equipment monitoring using autonomous underwater vehicles and sensors. Advantages include tsunami warning systems and privacy, while disadvantages include limited battery power and bandwidth challenges posed by the underwater environment. Further research is still needed to address limitations and implement more advanced technologies.
The document summarizes a technical seminar presentation on an ultrasonic radar system using a microcontroller. It describes the system architecture which includes a 8051 microcontroller, ultrasonic sensor, buzzer, and servo motor. It provides details on the implementation including interfacing these components and operating voltages. Advantages include ability to work in adverse conditions and high sensing distances. Applications discussed include target detection and traffic enforcement. The conclusion states the designed project can detect objects within 30cm and provide audio alerts.
The document summarizes the development of an Intelligent Casing-Intelligent Formation Telemetry (ICIFT) system being developed by researchers at the University of Oklahoma. The system uses RFID and wireless sensor technologies to transmit downhole pressure, temperature, and flow sensor data through cement, rock formations, and drilling fluids in real-time. The researchers conducted background studies on borehole telemetry systems and sensors. They designed and tested RFID sensor and transceiver prototypes and evaluated their ability to transmit data through various media at distances of up to 24 inches. Laboratory experiments matched well with simulation models. The overall goal is to enhance downhole data gathering and transmission from outside the casing.
Edge computing allows for data processing and storage to occur closer to IoT devices rather than on centralized cloud servers, improving performance. Smart security systems combine sensors, video technology, AI and software to protect assets. This document discusses various sensor technologies used in edge computing-based IoT security systems, including EO sensors, radar sensors, sonar for diver detection, and fence sensors.
This document describes a proposed water surveillance robot. The robotic section would contain a boat with propellers driven by DC motors to allow for movement, an ultrasonic sensor to measure distance to intruders, and a laser gun that could be activated to stop intruders. The control section would allow an operator to control the boat's movement and laser gun through a wireless RF connection to the robotic section. The robot is intended to allow single-handed monitoring of water areas and to potentially help search for and rescue victims in flooded areas.
This document discusses secured modem and low probability of detection communications. It begins with an introduction to generic digital communication systems including source coding/decoding, channel encoding/decoding, and modulation/demodulation. It then covers spread spectrum techniques like direct sequence spread spectrum and frequency hopping spread spectrum. The document discusses requirements for secure communications systems, particularly for military applications. It covers concepts like low probability of detection, low probability of exploitation, and low probability of intercept. Applications to communications, navigation, and identification are discussed. The document also introduces signal intelligence concepts like communications intelligence and electronics intelligence.
Autonomous military robot with short range radar and guidance system SatyamShivansh
The document describes a project to develop an autonomous military robot with short range radar and guidance system. The robot is intended to perform dangerous tasks like defusing bombs or scouting instead of risking human lives. It uses cameras, ultrasonic sensors, a microwave radar sensor and GPS for navigation and targeting. The robot can be controlled remotely via a control station and transmit live video feeds. The project aims to build a prototype robot and integrate technologies like motion tracking and a weapon mechanism to demonstrate its military capabilities.
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"Amoeba Cysts as Natural Containers for the Transport and Storage of Pathogens" by Sahar El-Etr, LLNL Biomedical Scientist
You will hear about a unique method for transporting clinical samples from the field to a laboratory. The use of amoeba as “natural” containers for pathogens was utilized to develop the first living system for the transport and storage of pathogens. The amoeba system works at ambient temperature for extended periods of time—capabilities currently not available for biological sample transport.
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Six startups born out of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory technologies made presentations at a recent entrepreneurial event to attract investors.
The companies -- which have licensed technologies in biotech, renewable energy, sensors, infrared imaging and health care -- showcased their capabilities at the Entrepreneurs-in-Readiness (EIR) event at the Livermore Valley Open Campus' High Performance Computing Innovation Center.
The event was part of an EIR program developed by the Lab's Industrial Partnerships Office (IPO) to connect nascent companies with entrepreneurs and investors. The idea is to engage a diverse group of entrepreneurs and industry experts from Silicon Valley to help nurture promising new early stage Lab technology companies toward commercialization.
ipo.llnl.gov
Six startups born out of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory technologies made presentations at a recent entrepreneurial event to attract investors.
The companies -- which have licensed technologies in biotech, renewable energy, sensors, infrared imaging and health care -- showcased their capabilities at the Entrepreneurs-in-Readiness (EIR) event at the Livermore Valley Open Campus' High Performance Computing Innovation Center.
The event was part of an EIR program developed by the Lab's Industrial Partnerships Office (IPO) to connect nascent companies with entrepreneurs and investors. The idea is to engage a diverse group of entrepreneurs and industry experts from Silicon Valley to help nurture promising new early stage Lab technology companies toward commercialization.
ipo.llnl.gov
Six startups born out of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory technologies made presentations at a recent entrepreneurial event to attract investors.
The companies -- which have licensed technologies in biotech, renewable energy, sensors, infrared imaging and health care -- showcased their capabilities at the Entrepreneurs-in-Readiness (EIR) event at the Livermore Valley Open Campus' High Performance Computing Innovation Center.
The event was part of an EIR program developed by the Lab's Industrial Partnerships Office (IPO) to connect nascent companies with entrepreneurs and investors. The idea is to engage a diverse group of entrepreneurs and industry experts from Silicon Valley to help nurture promising new early stage Lab technology companies toward commercialization.
ipo.llnl.gov
You will hear about an advancement for imaging during endoscopic surgery. The endoscopic system design and image acquisition method could provide low-cost and real-time surgical navigation capability with optimized sensitivity and functionality.
The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory operates the High Performance Computing Innovation Center which provides ultra-high capability computing resources and expertise to deliver transformational solutions to industry partners. The Center works with industries like healthcare, energy and manufacturing to solve complex problems at extreme scales for applications such as fluid dynamics simulations, drug design, and cybersecurity through access to the world's most powerful supercomputers and computational support.
Protecting our nation's ports from terrorist attacks consumes significant resources. To help address this problem, researchers at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have been developing technologies to make offshore inspection of seaborn trade using floating ports a realistic option. The March 25 webinar will take a look how container commerce can be reinvented through public/private partnerships around Lawrence Livermore technologies and capabilities.
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You will hear about an optical fiber draw tower in operation at LLNL that is researching new designs and applications for optical fibers. Optical fibers were originally developed for the telecom industry but new designs and fabrication techniques that can be researched using the LLNL draw tower are enabling uses in areas such as surgery, industrial machining, high power lasers and optical sensors
You will hear about an LLNL developed high-efficiency filter made from ceramic materials in a metal housing. The filters are scalable and can be engineered for myriad commercial applications.
This document describes an ultra-thin sensor developed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory for measuring contact stress and interface loads. The sensor is more accurate, repeatable, and capable of dynamic measurements compared to existing commercial sensors. It can measure static or dynamic loads with high bandwidth, and can withstand harsh environments for long-term embedded use. Potential applications of the sensor include real-time monitoring of contact forces in rollers, robot grips, tires, medical implants, shoes, beds, gaskets, and bulletproof vests. The sensor technology is production-ready and available for commercialization.
August 2012
You will hear about a patented LLNL optical diagnostic microscope design that can provide real-time imaging for tissue pathology and many other market applications.
October 2011
You will hear about LLNL's work in building medical sensing capabilities to enable better trauma and critical care in austere environments.
May 2012
You will hear about a research program in persistent surveillance. To identify terrorist activity and behavior, Livermore researchers have developed a data-processing pipeline that combines graphics-based computer hardware and clever software to extract meaning from wide-area overhead surveillance video.
September 2012
You will hear about a prototype desalination technique that betters conventional capacitive deionization methods as well as reverse osmosis.
March 2013
In March we featured a technology from a fellow national laboratory. You will hear about a new portable point of care diagnostics platform to run multiple assays in minutes from a single drop of blood or other bodily fluids.
December 2012
You will hear about LLNL's capability developed around adaptive optics technology. Specifically, a retinal imaging application will be highlighted and you will be introduced to its ability to be used in a number of market applications.
Candidate young stellar objects in the S-cluster: Kinematic analysis of a sub...Sérgio Sacani
Context. The observation of several L-band emission sources in the S cluster has led to a rich discussion of their nature. However, a definitive answer to the classification of the dusty objects requires an explanation for the detection of compact Doppler-shifted Brγ emission. The ionized hydrogen in combination with the observation of mid-infrared L-band continuum emission suggests that most of these sources are embedded in a dusty envelope. These embedded sources are part of the S-cluster, and their relationship to the S-stars is still under debate. To date, the question of the origin of these two populations has been vague, although all explanations favor migration processes for the individual cluster members. Aims. This work revisits the S-cluster and its dusty members orbiting the supermassive black hole SgrA* on bound Keplerian orbits from a kinematic perspective. The aim is to explore the Keplerian parameters for patterns that might imply a nonrandom distribution of the sample. Additionally, various analytical aspects are considered to address the nature of the dusty sources. Methods. Based on the photometric analysis, we estimated the individual H−K and K−L colors for the source sample and compared the results to known cluster members. The classification revealed a noticeable contrast between the S-stars and the dusty sources. To fit the flux-density distribution, we utilized the radiative transfer code HYPERION and implemented a young stellar object Class I model. We obtained the position angle from the Keplerian fit results; additionally, we analyzed the distribution of the inclinations and the longitudes of the ascending node. Results. The colors of the dusty sources suggest a stellar nature consistent with the spectral energy distribution in the near and midinfrared domains. Furthermore, the evaporation timescales of dusty and gaseous clumps in the vicinity of SgrA* are much shorter ( 2yr) than the epochs covered by the observations (≈15yr). In addition to the strong evidence for the stellar classification of the D-sources, we also find a clear disk-like pattern following the arrangements of S-stars proposed in the literature. Furthermore, we find a global intrinsic inclination for all dusty sources of 60 ± 20◦, implying a common formation process. Conclusions. The pattern of the dusty sources manifested in the distribution of the position angles, inclinations, and longitudes of the ascending node strongly suggests two different scenarios: the main-sequence stars and the dusty stellar S-cluster sources share a common formation history or migrated with a similar formation channel in the vicinity of SgrA*. Alternatively, the gravitational influence of SgrA* in combination with a massive perturber, such as a putative intermediate mass black hole in the IRS 13 cluster, forces the dusty objects and S-stars to follow a particular orbital arrangement. Key words. stars: black holes– stars: formation– Galaxy: center– galaxies: star formation
SDSS1335+0728: The awakening of a ∼ 106M⊙ black hole⋆Sérgio Sacani
Context. The early-type galaxy SDSS J133519.91+072807.4 (hereafter SDSS1335+0728), which had exhibited no prior optical variations during the preceding two decades, began showing significant nuclear variability in the Zwicky Transient Facility (ZTF) alert stream from December 2019 (as ZTF19acnskyy). This variability behaviour, coupled with the host-galaxy properties, suggests that SDSS1335+0728 hosts a ∼ 106M⊙ black hole (BH) that is currently in the process of ‘turning on’. Aims. We present a multi-wavelength photometric analysis and spectroscopic follow-up performed with the aim of better understanding the origin of the nuclear variations detected in SDSS1335+0728. Methods. We used archival photometry (from WISE, 2MASS, SDSS, GALEX, eROSITA) and spectroscopic data (from SDSS and LAMOST) to study the state of SDSS1335+0728 prior to December 2019, and new observations from Swift, SOAR/Goodman, VLT/X-shooter, and Keck/LRIS taken after its turn-on to characterise its current state. We analysed the variability of SDSS1335+0728 in the X-ray/UV/optical/mid-infrared range, modelled its spectral energy distribution prior to and after December 2019, and studied the evolution of its UV/optical spectra. Results. From our multi-wavelength photometric analysis, we find that: (a) since 2021, the UV flux (from Swift/UVOT observations) is four times brighter than the flux reported by GALEX in 2004; (b) since June 2022, the mid-infrared flux has risen more than two times, and the W1−W2 WISE colour has become redder; and (c) since February 2024, the source has begun showing X-ray emission. From our spectroscopic follow-up, we see that (i) the narrow emission line ratios are now consistent with a more energetic ionising continuum; (ii) broad emission lines are not detected; and (iii) the [OIII] line increased its flux ∼ 3.6 years after the first ZTF alert, which implies a relatively compact narrow-line-emitting region. Conclusions. We conclude that the variations observed in SDSS1335+0728 could be either explained by a ∼ 106M⊙ AGN that is just turning on or by an exotic tidal disruption event (TDE). If the former is true, SDSS1335+0728 is one of the strongest cases of an AGNobserved in the process of activating. If the latter were found to be the case, it would correspond to the longest and faintest TDE ever observed (or another class of still unknown nuclear transient). Future observations of SDSS1335+0728 are crucial to further understand its behaviour. Key words. galaxies: active– accretion, accretion discs– galaxies: individual: SDSS J133519.91+072807.4
Signatures of wave erosion in Titan’s coastsSérgio Sacani
The shorelines of Titan’s hydrocarbon seas trace flooded erosional landforms such as river valleys; however, it isunclear whether coastal erosion has subsequently altered these shorelines. Spacecraft observations and theo-retical models suggest that wind may cause waves to form on Titan’s seas, potentially driving coastal erosion,but the observational evidence of waves is indirect, and the processes affecting shoreline evolution on Titanremain unknown. No widely accepted framework exists for using shoreline morphology to quantitatively dis-cern coastal erosion mechanisms, even on Earth, where the dominant mechanisms are known. We combinelandscape evolution models with measurements of shoreline shape on Earth to characterize how differentcoastal erosion mechanisms affect shoreline morphology. Applying this framework to Titan, we find that theshorelines of Titan’s seas are most consistent with flooded landscapes that subsequently have been eroded bywaves, rather than a uniform erosional process or no coastal erosion, particularly if wave growth saturates atfetch lengths of tens of kilometers.
Compositions of iron-meteorite parent bodies constrainthe structure of the pr...Sérgio Sacani
Magmatic iron-meteorite parent bodies are the earliest planetesimals in the Solar System,and they preserve information about conditions and planet-forming processes in thesolar nebula. In this study, we include comprehensive elemental compositions andfractional-crystallization modeling for iron meteorites from the cores of five differenti-ated asteroids from the inner Solar System. Together with previous results of metalliccores from the outer Solar System, we conclude that asteroidal cores from the outerSolar System have smaller sizes, elevated siderophile-element abundances, and simplercrystallization processes than those from the inner Solar System. These differences arerelated to the formation locations of the parent asteroids because the solar protoplane-tary disk varied in redox conditions, elemental distributions, and dynamics at differentheliocentric distances. Using highly siderophile-element data from iron meteorites, wereconstruct the distribution of calcium-aluminum-rich inclusions (CAIs) across theprotoplanetary disk within the first million years of Solar-System history. CAIs, the firstsolids to condense in the Solar System, formed close to the Sun. They were, however,concentrated within the outer disk and depleted within the inner disk. Future modelsof the structure and evolution of the protoplanetary disk should account for this dis-tribution pattern of CAIs.
BIRDS DIVERSITY OF SOOTEA BISWANATH ASSAM.ppt.pptxgoluk9330
Ahota Beel, nestled in Sootea Biswanath Assam , is celebrated for its extraordinary diversity of bird species. This wetland sanctuary supports a myriad of avian residents and migrants alike. Visitors can admire the elegant flights of migratory species such as the Northern Pintail and Eurasian Wigeon, alongside resident birds including the Asian Openbill and Pheasant-tailed Jacana. With its tranquil scenery and varied habitats, Ahota Beel offers a perfect haven for birdwatchers to appreciate and study the vibrant birdlife that thrives in this natural refuge.
TOPIC OF DISCUSSION: CENTRIFUGATION SLIDESHARE.pptxshubhijain836
Centrifugation is a powerful technique used in laboratories to separate components of a heterogeneous mixture based on their density. This process utilizes centrifugal force to rapidly spin samples, causing denser particles to migrate outward more quickly than lighter ones. As a result, distinct layers form within the sample tube, allowing for easy isolation and purification of target substances.
(June 12, 2024) Webinar: Development of PET theranostics targeting the molecu...Scintica Instrumentation
Targeting Hsp90 and its pathogen Orthologs with Tethered Inhibitors as a Diagnostic and Therapeutic Strategy for cancer and infectious diseases with Dr. Timothy Haystead.
The cost of acquiring information by natural selectionCarl Bergstrom
This is a short talk that I gave at the Banff International Research Station workshop on Modeling and Theory in Population Biology. The idea is to try to understand how the burden of natural selection relates to the amount of information that selection puts into the genome.
It's based on the first part of this research paper:
The cost of information acquisition by natural selection
Ryan Seamus McGee, Olivia Kosterlitz, Artem Kaznatcheev, Benjamin Kerr, Carl T. Bergstrom
bioRxiv 2022.07.02.498577; doi: https://doi.org/10.1101/2022.07.02.498577
Holsinger, Bruce W. - Music, body and desire in medieval culture [2001].pdf
Ultra-Wide Band: An Electronic Measuring, Communication, and Imaging Capability, Finding the 'Killer App' by Roger Werne
1. Roger Werne
Deputy Director
Industrial Partnerships Office
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
LLNL-PRES-503111
2. What makes UWB useful ?
A very low power “radar”
pulse.
Penetrates and reflects
Distance & velocity
measurements
Detection & imaging through
barriers
Robust communication
RFID tagging
Examples to follow
Sample UWB signal
Frequency
Time
Space
3. Following the WTC attack, radar pulse or Ultra-wideband
(UWB) search sensors were quickly deployed
4. MIR Sensor Networks can report unauthorized entry;
an “electronic fence”
OPERATIONAL CUEING TECHNOLOGY
50’ Sensor GPS
UWB Radio Controller
Guardian Design
Sample detection corridor
daughter
node
exfiltration
node
Embedded
Processor
Motherboard
Back-plane
GPS with
Antenna UWB
Batteries,
D Cell 2 Ea.
Lithium, 600 Hr.
Radio
MIR
Motion
Sensor
University of California
Lawrence Livermore
National Laboratory
5.
6. UWB Imaging
The HERMES system can provide
high resolution, high speed, 100%
coverage for lane inspections
• Full 3D reconstruction algorithms
• Penetration through 16” concrete
The Radar Camera can electronically scan
through walls at video frame rates
• Electronically beam steered array
• Advanced reconstruction algorithms
• 15’-25’ range
• On the fly calculations
7. LLNL UWB RFID Tags – Are you here and where are you?
LLNL’s RFID - passive and long range
(10 to 20 meters)
Remotely powered
Individual ID – store information
Nano-watts power requirement
Size – about two postage stamps
Cost < $1