| Patent Number |
Title Of Patent |
Date Issued |
| 7038789 |
Remote panoramic infrared-imaging spectroradiometer with integrated encrypted broadcast beacon |
May 2, 2006 |
| A passive interferometer chemical sensor and photopolarimeter communicator includes collector and collimator optics, shared solid-state interferometer/photopolarimeter phase-modulation optics, and a lens imager system. The passive interferometer locates, identifies, and tracks an inf |
| 7037680 |
Recombinant light chains of botulinum neurotoxins and light chain fusion proteins for use in res |
May 2, 2006 |
| Botulinum neurotoxins, the most potent of all toxins, induce lethal neuromuscular paralysis by inhibiting exocytosis at the neuromuscular junction. The light chains (LC) of these dichain neurotoxins are a new class of zinc-endopeptidases that specifically cleave the synaptosomal prot |
| 7037499 |
Adjuvant for transcutaneous immunization |
May 2, 2006 |
| A transcutaneous immunization system delivers antigen to immune cells without perforation of the skin, and induces an immune response in an animal or human. The system uses an adjuvant, preferably an ADP-ribosylating exotoxin, to induce an antigen-specific immune response (e.g., humo |
| 7036434 |
Kinetic energy projectile with in-flight extended length |
May 2, 2006 |
| A length of a rod of an axial kinetic energy projectile is increased as the projectile flies to the target. The projectile includes a nose, a rear, and a base rod. The base rod has a forward member, a rearward member, and a connection between the forward member and the rearward membe |
| 7036388 |
Sample heater assembly and method of use thereof |
May 2, 2006 |
| A sample heater assembly which permits the detection of low volatility agents by existing chemical agent detectors is described. Existing chemical agent detectors often lack the capability to accurately detect low volatility agents, such as the chemical warfare agent VX. The sample h |
| 7035494 |
Slotted multimode interference device |
April 25, 2006 |
| A multimode interference device and method of making the same comprises at least one input port, at least one output port, a multimode interference region separating the input port from the output port, and at least one subregion in the multimode interference region, wherein a self-image |
| 7035276 |
Contention-resolution system for a command- response data network |
April 25, 2006 |
| Applicants' Contention-Resolution System for a Command-Response Data Network uses a base unit (base) that detects the occurrence of collisions for the entire network and controls the maximum length of time allowed for the multiple remote units (remotes) in the network before re-trying |
| 7034107 |
High throughput assays for the proteolytic activities of clostridial neurotoxins |
April 25, 2006 |
| In this application is described substrates for high-throughput assays of clostridial neurotoxin proteolytic activities. Two types of substrates are described for use in assays for the proteolytic activities of clostridial neurotoxins: (1) modified peptides or proteins that can serve |
| 7033769 |
Method for discovering one or more peptides adapted for specific binding to a microorganism of i |
April 25, 2006 |
| A method for discovering one or more peptides adapted for specific binding to a microorganism of interest. The method comprises (i) identifying an antimicrobial peptide having antimicrobial activity against the microorganism of interest, (ii) generating a library of first generation |
| 7033608 |
"Burst-free" sustained release poly-(lactide/glycolide) microspheres |
April 25, 2006 |
| Novel burst-free, sustained release biocompatible and biodegrable microcapsules which can be programmed to release their active core for variable durations ranging from 1 100 days in an aqueous physiological environment. The microcapsules are comprised of a core of polypeptide or oth |
| 7030579 |
System and method for retrofit mechanism for motorizing a manual turret |
April 18, 2006 |
| A mechanism for retrofitting a turret that has a manual rotation system with a motorized turret rotation system includes a gear box mechanically coupled to the turret, an electrically powered prime mover unit mechanically coupled to the gear box, a user operated control device electr |
| 7029853 |
Nucleotide sequences for detection of Bacillus anthracis |
April 18, 2006 |
| The invention provides purified and isolated DNA fragments from Bacillus anthracis chromosomal DNA, primer sets and probes derived therefrom, as well as kits and detection methods for B. anthracis. The methods of the invention provide for specific detection of anthrax over closely relate |
| 7029685 |
Plasmodium falciparum AMA-1 protein and uses thereof |
April 18, 2006 |
| In this application is described the expression and purification of a recombinant Plasmodium falciparum (3D7) AMA-1 ectodomain. The method of the present invention produces a highly purified protein which retains folding and disulfide bridging of the native molecule. The recombinant |
| 7028951 |
Parachute reefing system |
April 18, 2006 |
| The present invention is directed to a parachute reefing system having a flexible ring section. The flexible ring section has a circumference. The reefing system includes a plurality of equidistantly spaced loops attached to the flexible ring section and a plurality of link members w |
| 7028688 |
Operationally adaptable chemical-biological mask |
April 18, 2006 |
| A chemical-biological protective mask having a weight distribution that imparts a balanced center-of-gravity to the wearer of the mask, and is adaptable for different operational requirements by adjusting or altering the air flow through the mask. The protective mask includes a head |
| 7026069 |
Lithium manganese bismuth mixed metal oxide for rechargeable electrochemicals systems |
April 11, 2006 |
| Reacting MnO.sub.2, a lithium compound and a bismuth compound produces a lithium battery cathode material for lithium electrochemical systems. The same results can also be achieved by reacting MnO.sub.2, lithium, or a compound containing lithium and bismuth, or a compound containing |
| 7025564 |
Devices and methods for reducing or eliminating the gap between a stay vane and its correspondin |
April 11, 2006 |
| An improved design for turbines increases efficiency while reducing potential for fish kill. In an embodiment of the present invention as relates to Kaplan turbines, the gap between stay vanes and their corresponding wicket gates is reduced or eliminated by provision of an extension |
| 7025000 |
Mechanism for reducing the vulnerability of high explosive loaded munitions to unplanned thermal |
April 11, 2006 |
| A new mechanism substantially reduces the vulnerability of explosive load munitions to thermal stimuli, such as fire or heat during transport and storage, thus enhancing personnel safety and the survivability of adjacent munitions. The mechanism includes a threaded fuze adapter made |
| 7023546 |
Real-time imaging spectropolarimeter based on an optical modulator |
April 4, 2006 |
| An imaging spectropolarimeter for measuring the polarization and spectral content and the spatial signature of a target scene. The imaging spectropolarimeter includes an objective optic for receiving an electromagnetic signal and a modulator for modulating the electromagnetic signal |
| 7022420 |
Assembled hematin, method for forming same and method for polymerizing aromatic monomers using s |
April 4, 2006 |
| An assembled hematin is formed by depositing hematin on an electrically charged substrate in one or more layers alternating with one or more layers of polyelectrolyte, preferably a cationic polymer. In a method for polymerizing an aromatic monomer, the assembled hematin is contacted with |
| 7022289 |
Chemical and biological sampling device and kit and method of use thereof |
April 4, 2006 |
| A self-contained, leak-proof sampling device and kit employing said device for collecting chemical and biological samples from various surfaces. The invention provides a sampling device and kit that may be employed to easily collect chemical and biological samples, safely transport the |
| 7021219 |
Non-lethal telescoping cartridge |
April 4, 2006 |
| A low-impulse, non-lethal telescoping cartridge for deployment of non-lethal ordnance. The cartridge includes a payload cup containing at least one non-lethal projectile. The payload cup is telescopically mounted upon a cartridge case base. When fired, the payload cup telescopes out |
| 7021187 |
Low velocity air burst munition and launcher system implemented on an existing weapon |
April 4, 2006 |
| A low velocity air burst munition and launcher system allows the user to program the munition to detonate in the air at a specified range from the muzzle. The system further allows the munition to detonate upon impact or self-destruct if the target is missed. The system allows the user t |
| 7018636 |
Vaccine against Gram-negative bacterial infections |
March 28, 2006 |
| A vaccine, effective in inducing the production of antibodies with which to immunize a second subject passively against infection by Gram-negative bacteria and LPS-mediated pathology, comprises a non-covalent polyvalent complex formed between purified, detoxified LPS derived from E. coli |
| 7016292 |
Geometry for optical data storage |
March 21, 2006 |
| An optical data storage device includes an optically readable disk that has a body extending in a radial direction from a central axis. The body has a side and an elongated portion that extends along the side. The elongated portion includes a first side surface and a second side surf |
| 7015036 |
Human liver cell line |
March 21, 2006 |
| In this application is described the establishment and maintanence of a normal human hepatocyte cell line able to support complete development of malaria parasite development in vitro. Advantages and uses of the cell line are also described. |
| 7013811 |
Sabot for reducing the parasitic weight of a kinetic energy projectile |
March 21, 2006 |
| An energetic sabot allows part of the sabot to burn away at a controlled rate, adding propellant energy to the gun while at the same time completely support the projectile rod. The energetic sabot is thicker or larger at shot start to support the projectile without breaking. As the e |
| 7013579 |
Article of footwear with temperature regulation means |
March 21, 2006 |
| Article of footwear includes a sole, an insole overlying the sole, the insole having in a surface thereof a groove having an inlet and outlet in an edge of the insole, the groove winding substantially throughout the length and width of the insole upper surface. A tube is disposed in the |
| 7011908 |
Manganese, bismuth mixed metal oxide cathode for rechargeable lithium electrochemical systems |
March 14, 2006 |
| The present invention provides a manganese bismuth mixed metal oxide cathode material through a solid-state reaction between manganese dioxide, and either bismuth or a bismuth compound in a compound having the general formula MnO.sub.y(Bi.sub.2O.sub.3).sub.x, which affords charge tra |
| 7011781 |
Method of producing an article of footwear with temperature regulation means |
March 14, 2006 |
| Article of footwear includes a sole, an insole overlying the sole, the insole having in a surface thereof a groove having an inlet and outlet in an edge of the insole, the groove winding substantially throughout the length and width of the insole upper surface. A tube is disposed in the |
| 7010647 |
Computer system with removable data storage device and method |
March 7, 2006 |
| A computer system and method for securely storing data are provided. A Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID) tag is applied to a removable data storage device that is able to be inserted and removed from the computer system. An identification code is assigned to respective rem |
| 7010463 |
Method of determining whether an improved item has a better mean lifetime than an existing item |
March 7, 2006 |
| A method of determining whether an improved item has a better mean lifetime than an existing item having a fully specified lifetime distribution function. A finite number n of examples of the new item are placed on life test, and the failure times of the n examples of the new item ar |
| 7010089 |
Digital radiographic sensor view capture |
March 7, 2006 |
| An apparatus including but not limited to a charge-coupled device(CCD)-array sensor positioning mechanism, the positioning mechanism structured to position a CCD-array sensor to capture a first target area; and the CCD-array sensor positioning mechanism further structured to position |
| 7008806 |
Multi-subband criterion for the design of a double-barrier quantum-well intrinsic oscillator |
March 7, 2006 |
| Disclosed is a method of determining causes of intrinsic oscillations in a double-barrier quantum-well intrinsic oscillator comprising developing an emitter quantum-well (EQW) from a double-barrier quantum-well system (DBQWS); coupling the EQW to a main quantum-well (MQW), wherein the MQ |
| 7008774 |
Practical serological assay for the clinical diagnosis of leishmaniasis |
March 7, 2006 |
| Methods for the diagnosis of visceral, cutaneous and canine leishmaniasis in a subject suspected of being infected with the parasitic protozoa Leishmania is disclosed. Disclosed are antibody-capture enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs) for the detection of antibodies to Leishm |
| 7007690 |
Advanced chemical/biological crew mask |
March 7, 2006 |
| An improved crew mask for protection of a user against chemical and biological hazards is provided. The novel crew mask includes the following features: a facepiece that includes a hybrid face seal with both intern and flat seals, and at least one transparent lens positioned at the l |
| 7007607 |
Missile system for breaching reinforced concrete barriers utilizing hinged explosively formed pr |
March 7, 2006 |
| A hinged explosively formed projectile warhead system eliminates exposure of soldiers to harm in wall breaching operations by providing a lethal mechanism that can be deployed at safe distances, simultaneously breaching a man-sized hole and removing one or more rows of rebar in reinf |
| 7007585 |
Multi-hit transparent armor system |
March 7, 2006 |
| A multi-hit transparent armor system is described and claimed herein for improving the resistance of transparent armor to incoming projectiles. Typically, the transparent armor is framed within a window opening of a security structure. An exemplary, contemplated structure is an armored |
| 7006043 |
Wideband circularly polarized single layer compact microstrip antenna |
February 28, 2006 |
| An electrically small wideband circularly polarized single layer compact microstrip antenna that permits a substantial reduction in antenna size is provided, by stacking a semicircular radiating arch on a dielectric substrate and a conductive ground plane that permits both a considerably |
| 7005981 |
Method and apparatus for the extraction and compression of surveillance information to facilitat |
February 28, 2006 |
| A method and apparatus for the generic extraction and compression of surveillance information that facilitates high performance data fusion in distributed sensor systems. According to the method, multiple sensors (120[1] . . . 120[N]), distributed over a wide surveillance area (100), |
| 7005267 |
Internal positive control for probe-based nucleic acid molecule assays and methods of making and |
February 28, 2006 |
| Disclosed herein are isolated nucleic acid molecules that may be used as an internal positive controls in probe-based nucleic acid assays such as TaqMan.RTM. based assays. Also disclosed are probes comprising the isolated nucleic acid molecule of the present invention. The probes may |
| 7004424 |
Projectile flight altering apparatus |
February 28, 2006 |
| A mechanism to alter the flight path of a projectile after launch. A plurality of fins are disposed around the projectile and are held in place by one or more caging wires, depending on fin design. In one embodiment, auxiliary fins are connected to adjacent main fins which are held i |
| 7001996 |
Enzymatic template polymerization |
February 21, 2006 |
| A conductive polymer is formed enzymatically in the presence of a polynucleotide template. The method includes combining at least one redox monomer with a polynucleotide template and a redox enzyme, such as horseradish peroxidase, to form a reaction mixture. The monomer aligns along |
| 7001758 |
Microbial biodegradation of phosphonates |
February 21, 2006 |
| A biodegradation process for the organophosphonate product of Sarin (O-isopropyl methylphosphonofluoridate) hydrolysis, i.e., isopropylmethylphosphonate (IMPA). This process provides a feasible biodegradation demilitarization alternative to Sarin incineration. Public opposition of ne |
| 6999231 |
Miniature high-resolution multi-spectral objective lens |
February 14, 2006 |
| A multi-spectral objective lens comprising a primary lens for receiving light reflected from an object, the light including wavelengths in the SWIR and LWIR spectral bands, and optical elements spaced from the receiving means for simultaneously imaging the SWIR light in one focal pla |
| 6999176 |
Real-time optical correlating system |
February 14, 2006 |
| A Real-Time Optical Correlating System produces holograms that contain both amplitude and phase information and have none of the time constraints of the traditional holographic methods. It has been demonstrated to operate at television field rates (60 Hz) employing currently availabl |
| 6998485 |
Polyazido compounds |
February 14, 2006 |
| The compound 3a,8a-bis-azidomethyl-3a,4,8a,9-tetrahydro-3H,8H-bis-[1,2,3]t- riazolo[1,5-a;1'',5''-d]pyrazine, whose structure is depicted below, is disclosed: ##STR00001## |
| 6997996 |
High energy thermoplastic elastomer propellant |
February 14, 2006 |
| A high energy propellant, comprising an oxetane thermoplastic elastomer energetic binder admixed with a high energy explosive filler. The oxetane thermoplastic elastomer energetic binder preferably comprises from about five percent to about thirty percent by weight and the high energy |
| 6997716 |
Continuous aimpoint tracking system |
February 14, 2006 |
| The Continuous Aimpoint Tracking System is comprised of a position detection device (PDD) and a laser pointing device (LPD) that projects an infrared crosshair onto the PDD. The PDD is coupled to a computer and comprises a multitude of photodiodes and associated circuits, the photodi |
| 6995642 |
Structures producing a magnetic field with a gradient and a planar-spherical magnetic field sour |
February 7, 2006 |
| Magnetic field structures composed of stacked magnetic laminae that are magnetically oriented perpendicular to their planes and configured to cause a volume charge density and cancel the field effects of unwanted surface negative charges are provided. This arrangement causes a uniform |
