| Proper Plugin Protocols |
28 Dec 2011 |
244 pages |
| Authors:
Ciera N Jaspan; CARNEGIE INST OF TECH PITTSBURGH PA DEPT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
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 | The ability of the software engineering community to achieve high levels of reuse from software frameworks has been tempered by the difficulty in understanding how to reuse them properly. When written correctly, a plugin can take advantage of the framework's code and architecture to provide a rich application with relatively few lines of code. Unfortunately, doing this correctly is difficult because frameworks frequently require plugin developers to be aware of ... |
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| Representation and Scheduling of Scalable Dataflow Graph Topologies |
Jan 2011 |
65 pages |
| Authors:
Shenpei Wu; MARYLAND UNIV COLLEGE PARK DEPT OF ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING
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| In dataflow-based application models, the underlying graph representations often consist of smaller sub-structures that repeat multiple times. In order to en- able concise and scalable specification of digital signal processing (DSP) systems a graphical modeling construct called topological pattern has been introduced in recent work [23]. In this thesis, we present new design capabilities for specifying and work- ing with topological patterns in the dataflow interchange format (DIF) framework which ... |
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| DNS Rebinding Attacks |
Sep-2009 |
129 pages |
| Authors:
Georgios Kokkinopoulos; NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA
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| See Report A Domain Name System (DNS) Rebinding attack compromises the integrity of name resolution in DNS with the goal of controlling the IP address of the host to which the victim ultimately connects. The same origin policy and DNS Pinning techniques were introduced to protect Web browsers from DNS rebinding attacks, but their effectiveness has been undermined by vulnerabilities introduced by plug-ins such as JavaScript and Adobe Flash Player. ... |
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| Hot Swapping Protocol Implementations in the OPNET Modeler Development Environment |
01-Mar-2008 |
107 pages |
| Authors:
Mark E Coyne; AIR FORCE INST OF TECH WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
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| This research report demonstrates hot swapping protocol implementations in OPNET via the building of a dependency injection testing framework. The thesis demonstrates the externalization (compiling as stand-alone code) of OPNET process models, and their inclusion into custom DLL's (Dynamically Linked Libraries). A framework then utilizes these process model DLL's, to specify, or "inject" process implementations post-compile time into an OPNET simulation. Two separate applications demonstrate this mechanism. The first application ... |
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| Results of SEI Independent Research and Development Projects |
JUL 2007 |
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| Authors:
Christopher J. Alberts; Bill Anderson; Len Bass; Matthew Bass; Philip Boxer; Lisa Brownsword; Sagar Chaki; Peter H. Feiler; Dave Fisher; Eileen C. Forrester; CARNEGIE-MELLON UNIV PITTSBURGH PA SOFTWARE ENGINEERING INST
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 | Each year, the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) undertakes several independent research and development (IRAD) projects. These projects serve to (1) support feasibility studies investigating whether further work by the SEI would be of potential benefit, and (2) support further exploratory work to determine whether there is sufficient value in eventually funding the feasibility study work as an SEI initiative. Projects are chosen based on their potential to mature and/or transition ... |
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| TNT Maritime Interdiction Operation Experiments: Enabling Radiation Awareness and Geographically Distributed Collaboration for Network-Centric Maritime Interdiction Operations [Preprint] |
JUN 2007 |
93 pages |
| Authors:
Alex Bordetsky; Arden Dougan; Foo Y. Chiann; Andres Kilberg; NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA
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| The paper addresses technological and operational challenges of developing a global plug-and-play Maritime Domain Security testbed. This joint Naval Postgraduate School (NPS)-Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) project, supported by partners from Sweden, Austria, and Singapore is based on the NPS Tactical Network Topology (TNT) comprised of long-haul OFDM networks combined with self-forming wireless mesh links to radiation detection sensors, and real-time radiation awareness collaboration with geographically distributed partners. In the ... |
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| Dynamic Testing and Automatic Repair of Reconfigurable Wiring Harnesses |
27 NOV 2006 |
30 pages |
| Authors:
Sarah Thompson; Alan Mycroft; CAMBRIDGE UNIV (UNITED KINGDOM) COMPUTER LAB
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| In order to be viable, spacecraft must mass relatively little, while being capable of surviving the G-forces and vibration of launch. In space, they must withstand extreme temperatures, hard vacuum and high levels of radiation for years without maintenance. Conventionally, spacecraft wiring harnesses are built with architectures that are fixed at the time of manufacture. They must therefore be designed to endure the lifetime of the mission. Reducing the mass ... |
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| Gun Control for VBE-E: User Guide and Technical Description |
NOV 2006 |
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| Authors:
Tania E. Wentzell; DEFENCE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ATLANTIC DARTMOUTH (CANADA)
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| This paper describes the gun control interface that was added to the Horizon 3 Command and Control (C2) framework, a central component of the distributed experimentation environment used by the Virtual Combat System (VCS) Group at Defence R&D Canada Atlantic (DRDC Atlantic), for Virtual Battle Experiment Echo (VBE-E). This interface, in the form of a Horizon plug-in, allows the operator to identify which targets are within firing range, assign targets ... |
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| Joint Battlespace Infosphere (JBI) Content Based Routing |
MAR 2006 |
76 pages |
| Authors:
Mark D. Saeger; AIR FORCE RESEARCH LAB ROME NY INFORMATION DIRECTORATE
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| The purpose of this effort was to integrate a hardware based eXtensible Markup Language (XML) processor into the JBI architecture. Integration was to be invisible to the user and work seamlessly with the current client software. Changes necessary to support plug-in hardware solutions should not require client code changes but rely solely on JBI core framework changes. At low loading levels, the two implementations should behave similarly. The hardware-assisted JBI ... |
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| Analyzing Memory Accesses in x86 Executables |
2006 |
19 pages |
| Authors:
Gogul Balakrishnan; Thomas Reps; WISCONSIN UNIV-MADISON DEPT OF COMPUTER SCIENCES
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| This paper concerns static-analysis algorithms for analyzing x86 executables. The aim of the work is to recover intermediate representations that are similar to those that can be created for a program written in a high-level language. Our goal is to perform this task for programs such as plugins, mobile code, worms, and virus-infected code. For such programs, symbol-table and debugging information is either entirely absent, or cannot be relied upon ... |
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| Comparing Traditional Design Approaches to Thermal Management Design with Application to Responsive Space |
2006 |
12 pages |
| Authors:
Andrew D. Williams; Scott E. Palo; AIR FORCE RESEARCH LAB KIRTLAND AFB NM SPACE VEHICLES DIRECTORATE
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| There has been a growing move in the aerospace industry and a growing need in the Department of Defense to make space more responsive and cost effective. Instead of taking years to design and deploy a new satellite, the goal is weeks or even days. To meet this challenge, the methodologies used to design, manufacture, test, launch, and deploy satellites must radically change. One of the most challenging aspects of ... |
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| Forced Air Convection Thermal Switch Concept for Responsive Space Missions |
2006 |
12 pages |
| Authors:
Andrew D. Williams; Scott E. Palo; AIR FORCE RESEARCH LAB KIRTLAND AFB NM SPACE VEHICLES DIRECTORATE
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| There has been a growing need in the Department of Defense to make space more responsive and cost effective. Instead of taking years to design and deploy a new satellite, the goal is weeks or even days. To meet this challenge, the methodologies used to design, manufacture, test, launch, and deploy satellites must radically change. One of the most challenging aspects of this problem is the satellite's Thermal Control System ... |
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| An Open Environment for Rapid Embedded Planning of On-The-Move Communications Networks Using Multi-Level Abstraction |
OCT 2005 |
7 pages |
| Authors:
Orest Ukrainsky; Harris Zebrowitz; Carl Hein; Andrew Cortese; Aron Rubin; Cindy Poon; Arnold Bard; Hector Reyes; LOCKHEED MARTIN ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY LABS CHERRY HILL NJ
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| The rapid pace of future Net Centric Warfare requires that communication plans for mission specific demands be reduced from weeks/days to hours/minutes. The demands of the mobile networks change constantly as warfighters move their network infrastructure in response to battlefield dynamics, terrain, and logistics. There is a critical need for new technology to help automate the planning process for wireless on-the-move (OTM) networks. The Army's Communications Planner for Operational and ... |
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| Adaptive Computer Systems |
17 AUG 2005 |
7 pages |
| Authors:
Russell Abbott; Scott Cannon; ONTARIO ENGINEERING INTERNATIONAL INC RIVERSIDE CA
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| A Scaleable Plug and Play interface has been developed and demonstrated in a multibus architecture with 4-8 modules. The modules can be added and removed at will without any reprogramming or rebooting of the modules. Any failure or latchup of any network module will not stop bus communication with the remaining modules. A demonstration has been conducted simulating the addition, removal, and failure of various nodes. This Plug and Play ... |
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| Expeditionary Strike Group: Command Structure Design Support |
JUN 2005 |
37 pages |
| Authors:
Susan G. Hutchins; William G. Kemple; David L. Kleinman; Susan P. Hocevar; NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA DEPT OF INFORMATIONAL SCIENCES
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| An Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) is a new capability mix that combines the combat power of three surface combatants and one submarine with an Amphibious Readiness Group/ Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (ARG/MEU(SOC)). ESGs provide Combatant Commanders with more flexible, robust, and distributed offensive combat capability and enhance Naval expeditionary force survivability. Beginning in 2002, the Navy and Marine Corps began an experiment to explore the offensive and defensive ... |
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| An Overview of the Common Component Architecture |
FEB 2005 |
10 pages |
| Authors:
Rob Armstrong; Teresa H. Ko; David E. Bernholdt; SANDIA NATIONAL LABS LIVERMORE CA
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| As the commercial software industry burgeoned, it was clear that increasingly complex software would require a mechanism scaling across people, geography and time. The answer came in the concept of software components. Software components are stand-alone modules that have a prescribed means for composition into an application. Component concepts enable, for example, MS Word documents to appear in MS Powerpoint slides, and has led to the point-and-click user interfaces that ... |
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| Utilization of Forward Error Correction (FEC) Techniques With Extensible Markup Language (XML) Schema-Based Binary Compression (XSBC) Technology |
DEC 2004 |
191 pages |
| Authors:
Terry D. Norbraten; NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA
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| In order to plug-in current open sourced, open standard Java programming technology into the building blocks of the US Navy's ForceNet, first, stove-piped systems need to be made extensible to other pertinent applications and then a new paradigm of adopting extensible and cross-platform open technologies will begin to bridge gaps with old and new weapons systems. The battle-space picture in real time and with as much detail, or as little ... |
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| Performance Property Theories for Predictable Assembly from Certifiable Components (PACC) |
SEP 2004 |
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| Authors:
Scott Hissam; Mark Klein; John Lehoczky; Paulo Merson; Gabriel Moreno; Kurt Wallnau; CARNEGIE-MELLON UNIV PITTSBURGH PA SOFTWARE ENGINEERING INST
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| This report develops a queueing-theoretic solution to predict, for a real-time system, the average-case latency of aperiodic tasks managed by a sporadic server. The report applies this theory to a model problem drawn in the domain of industrial robot control. In this model problem, a controller with hard periodic deadlines is "open" to third-party plug-in extensions. The sporadic server is used to limit the invasiveness of aperiodic tasks on the ... |
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| Design and Experiments With YANCEES, a Versatile Publish-Subscribe Service |
APR 2004 |
21 pages |
| Authors:
Roberto S. Filho; Cleidson R. de Souza; David F. Redmiles; CALIFORNIA UNIV IRVINE INSTITUTE FOR SOFTWARE RESEARCH
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| Publish/subscribe infrastructures, specifically event notification services, are used as the basic communication and integration framework in many application domains. The majority of these services, however, provide poor or no extension mechanisms as well as insufficient configuration capabilities. As a consequence, different event notification servers have been developed previously to support the requirements from different application domains, resulting in implementations that are almost always incompatible with one another. These systems lack ... |
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| Work-Centered Decision Support |
OCT 2003 |
13 pages |
| Authors:
Michael J. Young; Robert G. Eggleston; AIR FORCE RESEARCH LAB WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH HUMAN EFFECTIVENESS DIRECTORATE
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| The ongoing revolution in information technology is creating digital nervous systems that connect all of an enterprise's information assets into an information grid. Accessing data no longer requires one to connect to several specific systems in serial fashion; instead, one plugs into a grid. The development of digital nervous systems is making more and more information available to decision-makers in real-time. The sheer volume of information threatens to overwhelm users. ... |
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| Picoradio: Communication/Computation Piconodes for Sensor Networks |
02 JAN 2003 |
72 pages |
| Authors:
Jan Rabaey; Robert Broderson; Kannan Ramchandran; Paul Wright; M. J. Ammer; CALIFORNIA UNIV BERKELEY
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| This project addressed the 'system-on-a-chip' implementation of a PicoNode, which can provide all the communication, computation, and geolocation functions necessary for an adaptive distributed sensor-and-monitor network. The program embodied many key principles of DARPA's initiatives in advanced computing, including adaptive computing and power-awareness. The program explored three complete design cycles. Sixty units of PicoNode I (460mW, 18cu. in.) were built. The chip-set for PicoNode II was functionally demonstrated, and a ... |
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| An Auxiliary Interface Instrumentation Module for the AMRL Low Speed Wind Tunnel Data Acquisition System |
OCT 2001 |
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| Authors:
F. J. Bird; DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ORGANISATION VICTORIA (AUSTRALIA) AERONAUTICAL AND MARITIME RESEARCH LAB
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| An IBM PC based electronic module is described which extends the capability of the data acquisition system of the Low Speed Wind Tunnel (LSWT) at the Aeronautical and Maritime Research Laboratory (AMRL). Occasions arise when wind tunnel measurements require external data input or specific data extraction by external or temporarily acquired equipment. Access to the data is provided by the Auxiliary Data Module (ADM). The ADM is one of the ... |
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| Solar System Modeler: A Distributed, Virtual Environment for Space Visualization and GPS Navigation |
DEC 96 |
101 pages |
| Authors:
Gary E. Williams; AIR FORCE INST OF TECH WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH
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| The Solar System Modeler (SM) extends the Space Modeler developed in 1994. It provides a virtual environment enabling an explorer to dynamically investigate near Earth satellites, deep space probes, planets, moons, and other celestial phenomena. The explorer navigates the virtual environment via mouse selected options from menu panels while wearing a tracked, head mounted display (HMD). Alternatively, a monitor may replace the HMD and keyboard controls replace head tracking. The ... |
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| Evaluation of a Portable Electromagnetic Induction Instrument for Measuring Sea Ice Thickness |
JUN 91 |
24 pages |
| Authors:
Austin Kovacs; Rexford M. Morey; COLD REGIONS RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING LAB HANOVER NH
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| Field trials using a man-portable Geonics, Ltd., EM31 electromagnetic induction sounding instrument, with a plug-in data processing module, for the remote measurement of sea ice thickness, are discussed. The processing module was made by Flow Research Inc., to directly measure sea ice thickness and show the result in a numerical display. The EM31-processing module system was capable of estimating ice thickness within 10% of the true value for ice from ... |
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| Adaptive Bandwidth Choice for Kernel Regression |
19 OCT 90 |
22 pages |
| Authors:
R. L. Eubank; W. R. Schucany; SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIV DALLAS TX DEPT OF STATISTICAL SCIENCE
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| A data-based procedure is introduced for local bandwidth selection for kernel estimation of a regression function at a point. The estimated bandwidth is shown to be consistent and asymptotically normal as an estimator of the (asymptotic) optimal value for minimum mean square estimation. The rate of convergence is identical to that of plug-in bandwidth estimators. The proposed method has the practical advantage that it reduces the need for a priori ... |
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| Real-Time Multi-Frequency Modulation Using Differentially-Encoded Signal Constellations |
JUN 90 |
79 pages |
| Authors:
Peter G. Basil; NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA
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| This report discusses advances in the development of a multi- frequency modulation (MFM) packet communications system on an industry standard computer. Transmitter and receiver programs are described that control vector signal processors and data acquisition devices. Further, these programs encode, modulate, demodulate, and decode the MFM signal. The throughput data rate was doubled, the encoding/decoding process was implemented in near real-time, and a personal computer plug-in board was designed and ... |
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| Design and Fabrication of High Speed Cards for the Transient Annealing Test System (TATS) |
MAY 90 |
20 pages |
| Authors:
DESIGN ENGINEERING INC ALBUQUERQUE NM
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| The manner in which the I/V curves change during and after irradiation is a complex function of many factors, most of which have some type of very fast and/or logarithmic behavior with time. For example, in CMOS/SOS technologies as well as bulk CMOS technologies with planar hardened field oxides (no guardbands), a leakage path under the field oxide, around the end of the gate, may result in IC failure after ... |
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| Personal Computer Programs for the Control of Subnanosecond Transient Digitizers with Applications for Device Damage Testing |
MAR 90 |
137 pages |
| Authors:
James J. Loftus; HARRY DIAMOND LABS ADELPHI MD
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| Electronic or electromagnetic events with subnanosecond rise times can be recorded by two transient digitizers controlled by a personal computer through the General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB). The subnanosecond capability is dependent on the digitizer configuration, specifically the vertical amplifier plug-in for the digitizer. The programs described in this manual, which were written as part of the Harry Diamond Laboratories EMP (Hardening) Technology Program, make direct provisions for device damage ... |
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| Tip Clearance Signal Processor Development |
OCT 88 |
54 pages |
| Authors:
Lawrence W. Langley; VATELL CORP CHRISTIANSBURG VA
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| A signal processing system was designed and constructed to detect peaks of the Vatell eddy current clearance sensor signal, measure their amplitude and timing, and compute a correction for machine speed to indicate clearance and time arrival for individual blades of a turbomachine. The system is based on an ADPIBM301 plug-in for the PC/XT, and consists of a second plug- in, along with software for signal detection and processing. Tests ... |
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| A Critical Review of Front-End Analysis Procedures Employed in the Army Maintenance Training and Evaluation Simulation System (AMTESS) |
JUL 84 |
102 pages |
| Authors:
J. C. Woelfel; P. J. Duffy; K. W. Unger; R. W. Swezey; R. T. Hays; SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INC MCLEAN VA
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| In 1977, the Army conducted an investigation of the feasibility of using reduced-physical-fidelity training devices for maintenance training rather than the actual equipment then in service (Durall, Spears, & Prophet, 1978). The results of that effort indicated that reduced-physical-fidelity trainers were appropriate for training a number of maintenance tasks. The positive recommendation for reduced-physical-fidelity trainers led to the Army to embark on development of the Army Maintenance Training and Evaluation ... |
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| Positive Locking Mechanism. |
08 NOV 1983 |
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| Authors:
John J. Chino; Paul LePage; Robert M. Rossi; Herman Rossman; DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY WASHINGTON DC
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| A positive locking mechanism is provided for securing a plug-in electronic module in a chassis. A threaded element is provided for attaching the electronic module to the chassis and tightening of the threaded element forces a module connector into engagement with a mating connector in the chassis. A pivotal driver blade is provided for turning the threaded element and, after the connectors are mated, the driver blade is pivoted and ... |
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| A Programmable Voice Processor for Fighter Aircraft Applications |
18 AUG 1983 |
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| Authors:
Edward M. Hofstetter; Elliot Singer; Joseph Tierney; MASSACHUSETTS INST OF TECH LEXINGTON LINCOLN LAB
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| A flexible, high-speed digital voice processor has been designed for use in conjunction with the JTIDS communication terminal to be installed for testing on board F-15 fighter aircraft and in Army JTIDS installations. The processor, known as the Advanced Linear Predictive Microprocessor (ALPCM), has an architecture which is similar to that of its predecessor but contains significant improvements in speed, memory, and software development aids. The design includes an arithmetic ... |
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| Assessment of the Liquefaction Hazards Resulting from Explosive Removal of the Bird's Point-New Madrid Fuze Plug Levee |
APR 1982 |
36 pages |
| Authors:
Stephen G. Sanders; ARMY ENGINEER WATERWAYS EXPERIMENT STATION VICKSBURG MS GEOTECHNICAL LAB
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| As a result of this study, it is concluded that: (1) No liquefaction should be expected at distances greater than 1275 ft from the 11,370-ft levee section. Therefore, the setback levee faces no liquefaction hazard from the explosion. (2) There will be no liquefaction occurring within Wickliffe, KY, or Cairo, IL, which are both well beyond the 1275-ft liquefaction hazard range. (3) No liquefaction should be caused by the explosive ... |
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| Cooling Arrangement for Plug-in Module Assembly. |
29 JAN 1979 |
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| Authors:
Dale B. Tague; DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY WASHINGTON D C
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| An improved cooling arrangement for an electronic plug-in module assembly having a plurality of modules supported in grooves in a pair of parallel sides. Each parallel side is provided with fluid passageways for carrying a cooling liquid for removing heat transferred from a heat sink on each module to the sides. A plurality of apertures are provided in each side between adjacent grooves and carry fins through which cool air ... |
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| The CCS-280 Optical-Fiber Link Task. |
DEC 1976 |
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| Authors:
Elmer H. Hara; H. Claire Frayn; Akira Watanabe; COMMUNICATIONS RESEARCH CENTRE OTTAWA (ONTARIO)
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| The development of an experimental optical-fiber link for the Command and Control System 280 (CCS-280) of the DDH-280 Destroyer Escorts of the Canadian Forces is described. The objective of the task was to demonstrate the application of optical-fiber transmission links in a land-based CCS-280, and thereby alert and inform the armed forces of the advantages of optical-communications technology in military systems. The Task was planned and managed by the Department ... |
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| On Performance Modelling of Data Base Management Systems - An Inductive Approach. |
JUL 1976 |
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| Authors:
Allen Reiter; WISCONSIN UNIV MADISON MATHEMATICS RESEARCH CENTER
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| This paper describes a simulation model in which user jobs are synthesized from basic building blocks. The modelling process consists of three stages: translation from a user view of data and processes dependent on the data base management system (DMS) into a standard form consisting of explicit access paths over logical data structures; translation of the logical structures and operations into block-oriented structures and operations on a virtual machine; and ... |
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