Artificial Neural Network (ANN) with Unique Input Design That Significantly Reduces Computational Costs of Complex Engineering SystemsSystem circumvents challenges in using neural networks for solving differential equations with multiple discontinuities in solutions |
8963 |
Lightweight, Versatile Cryogenic ConductorsLightweight, highly conductive alkali metals are too chemically reactive for use as electrical wires |
8729 |
Anodically Coloring Molecular Electrochromics (EC) Improve Contrast, Color, and TransitionsFully transparent, color-neutral states that can switch to a full palette of vibrant colors are difficult with current cathodically coloring polymers |
7745 |
Predictive Maintenance System for Large-Scale Operations Offers Potential for Significant Cost SavingsCurrent Reactive Maintenance Systems Fall Short |
8793 |
Reprocessing, Recycling, and Repairing Covalent Adaptable Network PolymersA new environmentally and economically favorable recycling method for CFRP composites |
7348 |
Air-Breathing Plasma Jet EngineNovel method to enable supersonic flight without hydrocarbon fuel combustion |
8788 |
Cascaded Nickel Hard MaskScalable, consistent method using plasma etching to create deep mesas for high-power devices |
8790 |
p-type Be-Doped AlN Films and Layered Films Leveraging the advantages of AIN for ultra-wide bandgap semiconductors as transistors |
8810, 8666, 8786 |
Two-Phase Thermal Management System for Integrated Motor CoolingFor better performance, capabilities, and reduced motor size and weight for electric transportation applications |
8280 |
Heat Dissipation for Microelectronic Systems via Capillary TrapEnables hot-spot chip cooling via thin-film evaporation |
6272 |
Virtual Sensing Integrated for Predictive Reliability (VIPR)A hot-fire test facility and new capabilities for performance prediction and maintenance of solid rocket motors and vehicles |
8555 |
Four-Dimensional Electron Density Mapping of the IonosphereA novel technique for imaging electron density variations to support more efficient aerospace communications and space weather monitoring |
8349 |
Internet of Space ThingsSpace-based cyber-physical system integrates CubeSats with reconfigurable multiband transceiver and antenna |
7957, 7958 |
Integrated Cascaded Atomic Beam An accurate cascaded atomic beam to aid in gyroscope applications and atomic clocks. |
7917 |
Variable Center of Gravity for Coaxial AircraftA mechanism for controlling unmanned aerial vehicles by shifting their center of mass |
7654 |
Carbon Nanotube Cold CathodesCarbon nanotube based ion thrusters with improved electron emission sources |
4127 |
Quad-Wing Flapping Micro Aerial Vehicle with Independent Wing ControlA micro aerial vehicle (MAV) with improved mobility and endurance |
5426 |
Frequency-Output GyroscopeA vibrating micro-machined gyroscope that enables direct angular-velocity measurement in frequency domains |
4682 |
Oxyfuel Combustor Arrangements to Reduce EmissionsAn arrangement to improve combustion systems using controlled gas flows |
4897 |
Aerodynamic Drag Reduction at Low Angles of AttackA synthetic jet actuators positioned downstream of vorticity concentration-producing components |
3583 |
Infrared-Emitting Quantum DotsStable composition-gradient core/shell quantum dots for absorption of visible light and emission of infrared radiation for applications such as tagging, anti-counterfeiting, sensing, imaging, and IR display |
7893 |
High Strength and High Modulus Carbon FibersA method for producing high strength, high modulus, and high thermal stability carbon fiber using gel-spinning |
6716 |
Solopulse RadarA signal processing technique that achieves cross-range imaging with a single, solitary radar pulse |
7614 |
Cable-Driven Four-Bar Link Leg MechanismA cable driven four-bar link mechanism for actuating robotic legs to improve the performance of articulated legs and increase the longevity of the mechanism |
7592 |
Solid-State 3D Printing of Metals at Room TemperatureA tool to electrodeposit layers of a metal compound at room temperature for building three-dimensional geometries |
7590 |
Tensegrity Lattices for Structural ApplicationsTensegrity lattices for meta-materials and structural applications allow for the building of stronger structures that can be severely deformed without losing their load bearing ability |
7425 |
Reconfigurable Antennas for Radar ApplicationsElectronically reconfigurable antennas for communications and radar applications |
6357 |
Aerodynamically-Adaptive Platforms using Distributed Bleed Flow ControlA system for improved control of the aerodynamic and structural loads on flight and ground platforms using distributed active air bleed driven through the aerodynamic surfaces |
6238 |
Submersible Vehicle Design Based on Biomimicry of BatoidsA submersible vehicle design suitable for extended underwater missions based on a improved batoid-based design |
6019 |
Fuel-Optimal Flight in Uncertain WindAn algorithm to guarantee the required arrival time and optimize aircraft fuel usage |
5878 |
CNT-Based Devices Using Thin-Film TechnologiesA thin-film triode design for CNT-based field emission to reduce the size and increase the efficiency of carbon nanotube (CNT)–based field emission devices |
5806 |
Non-Destructive Quality Control of Automated Weld ProcessesA patented system for nondestructively measuring weld characteristics |
5680 |
Improved Adaptive Control System Using Selectable ParametersSimple adaptive control system design that augments existing control systems |
5619 |
Deployable Gridded Ion ThrusterA mechanical method to store a high-performance gridded ion thruster in a small volume spacecraft for efficient storage during launch to orbit |
7241 |
Autonomous Indoor Robotic BlimpsAn autonomous indoor robotic blimp with the ability to interact with humans |
7136 |