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Briefs: Imaging
The process provides a cost-effective solution for applications in space-based imaging systems, military reconnaissance, and satellite and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Computational Model Predicts Human Behavior
This analytic model shows how groups of people influence individual behavior.
Briefs: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
The technique could be used to improve navigation for robots, drones, or pedestrians.
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Briefs: Wearables
This on-skin electronic device provides a personal air conditioner without electricity.
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Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
These “developable mechanisms” are built into the surfaces of structures.
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Briefs: Transportation
A new method could enable vehicles and equipment to better withstand high temperatures, loads, and speeds.
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Briefs: Materials
The new body armor can safeguard against even more powerful firearms during combat.
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Special Reports: Electronics & Computers
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RF & Microwave Electronics - April 2020
In this compendium of recent articles from the editors of Aerospace & Defense Technology and Tech Briefs, read about how advances in RF electronics are enabling new applications in space and ground...

Briefs: Software
In the middle ground between microwaves and visible light lies terahertz radiation, and the promise of “Tray vision.”
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Application Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
nTopologyNew York, NY In today’s strategic information environment, the ability to rapidly respond to ever-changing technology needs is an essential asset for any organization that provides...
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Facility Focus: Test & Measurement
The Army Test and Evaluation Command provides essential information to acquisition decision-makers and commanders.
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Special Reports: Aerospace
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Unmanned Systems - March 2020
The latest advances in aerial, ground, and underwater unmanned systems are covered in this special report, a compendium of recent articles from the editors of Tech Briefs and Aerospace & Defense Technology.

Briefs: Electronics & Computers
The bus is designed for high-frequency, high-temperature operation in electric drive systems and next-generation power electronics.
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Special Reports: Aerospace
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Rugged Computing - February 2020
From the battlefield to the extreme environment of space, electronics and computing advances enable missions in the harshest conditions. To help you keep pace with the latest developments, we present this...

Special Reports: Materials
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Advanced Materials - February 2020
Breakthroughs in plastics, composites, metals, and other materials technologies are enabling exciting new applications in industries ranging from aerospace to automotive to medical. Read more in this Special...

Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Equipment-free textile detectors could be used in public health, workplace safety, military, and rescue applications.
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Briefs: Aerospace
This mechanical gyroscope can advance motion sensing capabilities in consumer-sized applications.
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Briefs: Defense
Chromium Removal from PVC Filters
The process does not cause any structural changes to the PVC filter membrane.
Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Applying a surface-active agent makes metal easier to cut and shape into parts and pieces.
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Briefs: Transportation
The non-destructive coating has applications in structural health monitoring, aerospace, automotive, and military/defense.
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Articles: Power
With the rise in electrification and design complexity, aerospace original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) need to look for new methodologies to mitigate compliance risk.
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Briefs: Transportation
Low-Bandwidth Radar Technology Provides Improved Detection of Objects
Radar technologies were originally designed to identify and track airborne military targets. Today, they're more often used to detect motor vehicles, weather formations, and geological terrain. Until now, scientists believed that radar accuracy and resolution are related to the...
Briefs: Defense
This low-profile ankle exoskeleton integrates into a shoe and fits under clothing.
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Question of the Week: Transportation
For developers of A.I.-guided drones and autonomous technologies, failure is not an option.
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Podcasts: Defense
Will we be able to trust autonomous drones? We explore the question in our latest episode of Here's an Idea.
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Briefs: Materials
By mimicking the outer coating of pearls (nacre or mother of pearl), researchers created a lightweight plastic that is 14 times stronger and eight times lighter (less dense) than steel. It could be...
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News: Electronics & Computers
Ben Sharfi, CEO of General Micro Systems (GMS), says he has the Product of the Year. Do you agree?
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Blog: Sensors/Data Acquisition
SOSA, the Sensor Open Systems Architecture Consortium, held a press conference on Monday afternoon at AUSA 2019.
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News: Aerospace
Editor Bruce A. Bennett offers a look at the Association of the United States Army's 2019 Annual Meeting.
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