Transformational science and technology for the current and future force : proceedings of the 24th US Army Science Conference / editors, J.A. Parmentola [and others].

Conference Author: Army Science Conference (24th : 2004 : Orlando, Fla.)
Published: New Jersey : World Scientific, [2006]
Copyright Date: ©2006
Physical Description: 1 online resource (xxiii, 576 pages) : illustrations (some color).
Additional Creators: Parmentola, John A.

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Selected topics in electronics and systems ; v. 42.

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Preface / Thomas H. Killion -- Keywords -- ch. 1. Sensors and information processing. Kernel-based anomaly detection in hyperspectral imagery / H. Kwon and N.M. Nasrabadi. Ground-tracking for on and off-road detection of landmines with ground penetrating radar / W.-H. Lee [and others]. Vehicle tracking using acoustic and video sensors / A.C. Sankaranayanan [and others]. Minimizing 1/f noise in magnetic sensors with a MEMS flux concentrator / A.S. Edelstein [and others]. Real-time, laser-based sensors for military and civilian applications / R.C. Sausa and J. Cabalo., Ch. 6. Force protection/survivability. Development of very-high-strength and high-performance concrete materials for improvement of barriers against blast and projectile penetration / E.F. O'Neil III [and others]. Modeling and mitigation of blast effects within protective structures / M.J. Roth, R.D. Stinson and T.L. Bevins. Modeling thoracic blunt trauma; towards a finite-element-based design methodology for body armor / M.N. Raftenberg. Mechanics of transparent polymeric material assemblies under projectile impact: simulations and experiments / S. Sarva [and others]. Toxic effects of a whole-body inhalation sarin (GB) vapor exposure in the Gottingen Minipig / S.W. Hulet [and others]., and Ch. 11. Biomedical technologies. Development of nanofibrous membranes towards biological sensing / A.G. Senecal [and others]. Hypotensive resuscitation of casualties in the far-forward combat environment: effects of select crystalloids and colloids on signal transduction mediators in a Swine model of severe hemorrhage / M.A. Dubick [and others]. Whole blood robotic cholinesterase assay for organophosphate exposure -- testing soldiers, first responders, and civilians in the field and laboratory / R.K. Gordon [and others]. Prospective and retrospective testing of high prevalence HIV-l serum and blood using rapid and conventional technology / D.E. Singer [and others]. Alternative approaches to improve physiological predictions / N. Oleng [and others].

Summary

This book provides the reader with a unique opportunity to understand the basic and applied research and technology areas that support applications to enable Transformational capabilities for US Soldiers. The research papers are in line with the theme of the 24th Army Science Conference: "Transformational Science and Technology for the Current and Future Force," emphasizing the critical role of Science and Technology in addressing the significant challenges posed by Global War On Terrorism while simultaneously developing Transformational capabilities for the Future Force. Sample Chapter(s). Ch.

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