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NASA’s Dexterous Robotics Laboratory at Johnson Space Center (JSC) teamed with General Motors (GM) under a cooperative Space Act Agreement to design a humanoid robot for use in both the automotive and aerospace industries. The Robonaut2 (R2) is a state-of-the-art, highly dexterous robot, capable of working side-by-side with people. R2 will be used to improve auto manufacturing on Earth and to define a new era of exploration in space.

NASA and GM collaborated on every aspect of the design, development, and manufacturing process for Robonaut2. NASA and GM engineers worked together onsite in JSC’s Automation, Robotics and Simulation Division. Nearly 40 patents have been filed based on the R2 design.

About Johnson spAce centerFor more than four decades, NASA’s Johnson Space Center has led our nation and the world on a continuing adventure of human exploration, discovery and achievement. The center plays a vital role in transcending the physical boundaries of our planet to further our knowledge and enhance our quality of life. The center’s team of dedicated professionals has made advances in science, technology, engineering and medicine that enable us to explore our world and universe as never before, and to derive unparalleled benefits from that exploration. Technologies developed originally for spaceflight have already found a wide range of applications in medicine, energy, transportation, agriculture, communications and electronics.

For more information on NASA JSC partnerships and technologies, go to http://technology.jsc.nasa.gov.

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The Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer (FLC), a nationwide network of more than 300 federal laboratories, is the only government-wide forum for technology transfer (T2). Organized in 1974 and formally chartered by the Federal Technology Transfer Act of 1986, the FLC provides the framework for developing T2 strategies and opportunities by promoting and facilitating technical cooperation among federal laboratories, industry, academia, and state and local governments.

As the recognized leader in maximizing collaborative research for the transfer of technologies, the FLC enhances the socioeconomic well-being of the nation in the global marketplace.

Industry, government, and academic personnel looking to strengthen their T2 capabilities to capitalize on the nation’s investment, better their position in the marketplace, or research technology can look to the FLC to foster the rapid movement of federal laboratory research results into the mainstream of the U.S. economy. The FLC advances T2 by expanding communication among industry, government, and academia. The FLC’s website, Technology Locator, T2 Desk Reference, FLC NewsLink, trade show exhibits, awards program, education and training publications, and network of experts are only a few of the tools it provides for successful T2.

The FLC is a consortium driven by the dedicated people of the federal laboratory system. These people are the scientists, agency representatives, and T2 professionals who transfer federally funded technology and expertise to the marketplace. Serving as a gateway for industry, government, and academia to access research and development, the FLC also serves as a resource for T2 education and training, news, programming, awards, and initiatives.

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The NIST Center for Neutron Research

Using a coordinate measuring machine, a NIST mechanical engineer creates a 3-D digital model of a neutron guide for the NIST Center for Neutron Research, a national cold neutron user facility on the NIST campus in Gaithersburg, Md. When installed in 2013, the mirrored guide will split a stream of neutrons into five beams that researchers will use to probe the atomic structure and dynamics of materials with applications ranging from pharmaceuticals to structural steel.

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About nIstFounded in 1901, NIST is a nonregulatory federal agency in the U.S. Department of Commerce. NIST’s mission is to promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life.

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Artist Donald Bliss’ rendering of the surface of a human dendritic cell illustrates the unexpected discovery of sheet-like processes that fold back onto the membrane surface. When exposed to HIV, these sheets entrap viruses in the vicinity and focus them to contact zones with T-cells targeted for infection. These studies were carried out by scientists at the National Institutes of Health’s National Cancer Institute using ion abrasion scanning electron microscopy, a new technology being developed and applied to 3-D cellular imaging.


JanuaryAbout ncIResearch in the Subramaniam laboratory at the National Cancer Institute is aimed at obtaining an integrated, quantitative understanding of cells and viruses at molecular resolution. Members of the laboratory combine novel technologies for 3-D imaging with computational and cell biological tools, with particular emphasis on the structural biology of protein complexes relevant to signal transduction, HIV/AIDS, and cancer.

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Materials Science: Fabrication

Through computational studies and laboratory experiments, the National Energy Technology Laboratory’s materials science research team investigates the properties of matter to develop novel materials for a wide variety of uses. Primarily focused on developing new and improved materials for the high-pressure, high-temperature environments found in next-generation power plants, the team’s research has also resulted in products as diverse as more effective body armor for the Army and a new alloy for improved coronary stents.

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FebruaryAbout netLThe National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) is a DOE national laboratory that produces technological solutions to America’s energy challenges. For more than 100 years, the laboratory has focused on developing tools and processes to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy to the American people. NETL has three research sites—in Albany, Ore., Morgantown, W.Va., and Pittsburgh, Pa.—that conduct a broad range of energy and environmental R&D. NETL also has small offices in Sugar Land, Tex., and Fairbanks, Alaska, that address challenges unique to those energy-rich regions. All five locations support the DOE’s mission to advance the national, economic, and energy security of the United States.

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This F-16 aircraft was used to test automatic collision avoidance technologies. Flying through the mountains of southern California, its onboard Automatic Ground Collision Avoidance System (Auto GCAS) prevents it from colliding with the ground, yet does not interfere with low-level missions or endanger the aircraft. Auto GCAS was successfully demonstrated and transitioned for use on the U.S. Air Force F-16 fleet in 2010.

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About the AFrL AIr vehIcLes dIrectorAteThe Air Force is in the business of flying; therefore, the Air Force Research Laboratory Air Vehicles Directorate researches and develops future capabilities in air vehicle technologies, focusing on areas of sustainability, energy efficiency, autonomous systems, high-speed, and space access. Core technology areas include vehicle aerodynamics, flight control, and aerospace structures.

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Microelectronics

Microelectronics is a key enabling technology: making “smart” weapons smart, providing increased capability and flexibility. This technology is absolutely critical for success of the mission and for adapting to deal with asymmetric threats. The Defense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA) owns and operates, with cleared government engineers, the DOD Foundry, which is certified ‘Trusted’ and ISO-compliant.

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About dMeAThe Defense Microelectronics Activity evolved in 1981 as a small unit in the Engineering Division of the Sacramento Air Logistics Center at McClellan Air Force Base near Silicon Valley. Initially called the Advanced Microelectronics Section, its start coincided with the incipient use and growing necessity of microelectronics in weapons systems.

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Fluorescence of diesel fuel with (right bottle) and without (left bottle) the dye used for FiO technology developed at ORNL’s Fuels Engines and Emissions Research Center, National Transportation Research Center (NTRC)

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About ornLORNL is a multiprogram science and technology laboratory managed for the U.S. Department of Energy by UT-Battelle, LLC. Scientists and engineers at ORNL conduct basic and applied research and development to create scientific knowledge and technological solutions that strengthen the nation’s leadership in key areas of science; increase the availability of clean, abundant energy; restore and protect the environment; and contribute to national security.

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Human-in-the-Loop Simulations

At the Federal Aviation Administration’s William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC), the Human Factors Team works with the Human Factors Laboratory (HFL) to conduct critical FAA research. Researchers conduct human-in-the-loop simulations using a variety of technologies, such as the eye-tracking device shown in the picture. The eye-tracking device is used to collect real-time data during studies such as dwell time, point of gaze, and workload. Technology like the eye tracker used for human factors studies at the WJHTC and HFL can provide critical insight into the potential impact of new tools, systems, and air traffic control concepts for the FAA.


About WILLIAM J hughes technIcAL centerThe William J. Hughes Technical Center is a component of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The continuing mission of the FAA is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world. As the FAA’s only federal laboratory, the Technical Center supports all stages of air traffic management research and acquisition, from concept exploration, system development, and operational test and evaluation to field implementation, as well as aviation safety and security. This is the only laboratory in the world where it is possible to simulate a National Airspace System end-to-end scenario of the entire air traffic control network. The next 10 years promise to be a pivotal time in the history of air transportation as the FAA implements the NextGeneration Air Transportation System, changing the face of aviation.

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Gemini-Scout—Rescue Robot Saves Lives

When miners are trapped underground, a quick response can mean the difference between life and death. The Gemini-Scout developed at Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) is an unmanned ground vehicle designed to go into hazardous environments to assess conditions and communicate with survivors. The Gemini platform has the mobility to travel across rough terrain, trek through standing water, and go over obstacles with its dual-tracked-chassis design. In addition to its application in mining disasters, SNL believes that this technology is broad enough to be appealing to other first responders, such as police, firefighters and medical personnel.

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About sAndIA nAtIonAL LAborAtorIesSince 1949, Sandia National Laboratories has developed science-based technologies that support our national security. Today, Americans depend on SNL’s technology solutions to solve national and global threats to peace and freedom. SNL seeks collaborative partnerships on emerging technologies that support its mission.

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Spawning Catfish

Scientists at the U.S. Department of Agriculture have found a solution for issues involving catfish broodstock. The eggs are brought into a specialized hatchery to incubate and hatch; however, fungal growth during the hatchery phase can devastate production. Scientists discovered that using copper sulfate during the hatchery phase controls egg mortality and prevents fungal infections. Copper sulfate is an inexpensive and safe treatment that does not have health issues for hatchery personnel or storage precautions associated with other compounds used for fungus control. Savings to the catfish industry, by preventing egg mortality and considerably reducing the cost of treatment, make copper sulfate a very advantageous option.

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About hArry K. dupree stuttgArt nAtIonAL AquAcuLture reseArch centerThe mission of the Harry K. Dupree Stuttgart National Aquaculture Research Center located in Stuttgart, Ark., is to conduct research to address the highest priority needs of the U.S. aquaculture industry. The Center is part of the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service. The research focus is two-fold: production systems (i.e., development of feeds and improved culture strategies) and disease control and prevention. Species include catfish, tilapia, hybrid catfish, and hybrid striped bass. The Center’s scientific staff is comprised of seven research scientists, three support scientists, and eight research technicians.

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The U.S. Army Edgewood Chemical Biological Center (ECBC) Engineering Directorate worked to develop the weapons of mass destruction (WMD) Aerial

Collection System (WACS) for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. WACS is comprised of two sensor and tracker pods placed under the wings of a Shadow unmanned aerial vehicle. The pods can detect, track and collect WMD threats.

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SeptemberAbout ecbcThe Edgewood Chemical Biological Center’s science and technology expertise has protected the United States from the threat of chemical weapons since 1917. Since that time, the Center has expanded its mission to include biological materials and emerges today as the nation’s premier authority on chemical and biological defense.

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Little Things Make a Big Difference

Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Pacific’s (SSC Pacific) micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) displacement sensor (licensed by Lumedyne Technologies, Inc.) has measured displacements as small as 1/1000th the diameter of an atom, and has logged the best known value for transduction ever measured by a MEMS device (>75mA/μm). The sensor’s ultra-high sensitivity makes it ideal for the precision performance accelerometer market, including guidance systems for aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft; as well as oil, gas, and geothermal exploration. The device, consisting of parts much smaller than a dime, represents a significant leap forward for the MEMS family of very small electrically-driven mechanical devices.

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About ssc pAcIFIcIn support of SPAWAR, the nation’s Information Dominance Command, SSC Pacific provides the U.S. military with essential capabilities in the area of command and control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR). SSC Pacific provides the full spectrum of C4ISR capabilities, from basic research and prototype development, to extensive test and evaluation services, through systems engineering and integration, to installation and life-cycle support of fielded systems.

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National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) researchers and their counterparts at Boston Scientific recognized the need for thinner, more flexible coronary stents that could be passed through more tortuous arterial paths, facilitating treatment to obstructions that were previously untreatable by minimally invasive procedures. A new platinum-chromium alloy developed by a team of researchers, including NETL metallurgists and materials engineers, solves many of the past problems surrounding traditional stents. The addition of platinum gives a stent physical properties that allow it to be both thin and visible on x-ray, while its flexibility allows easier movement through arterial bends without causing damage. Sales of Boston Scientific’s PROMUS® Element™ and ION™ stents, made from the novel alloy, have exceeded $1 billion since their introduction in January 2010.

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About netLThe National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) is a DOE national laboratory that produces technological solutions to America’s energy challenges. For more than 100 years, the laboratory has focused on developing tools and processes to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy to the American people. NETL has three research sites—in Albany, Ore., Morgantown, W. Va., and Pittsburgh, Pa.—that conduct a broad range of energy and environmental R&D. NETL also has small offices in Sugar Land, Tex., and Fairbanks, Alaska, that address challenges unique to those energy-rich regions. All five locations support DOE’s mission to advance the national, economic, and energy security of the United States.

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U.S. Forest Service scientists have conducted 31 years of ecological research on Mount St. Helens since its massive 1980 eruption. This research has yielded findings that have reshaped our understanding of landscape response to severe disturbance. The information has been incorporated into forest management and policy in the Pacific Northwest and applied around the world at other volcanic sites.

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About pAcIFIc northWest reseArch stAtIonThe Pacific Northwest (PNW) Research Station covers Alaska, Washington, and Oregon and is one of seven research centers in the USDA Forest Service. It develops and delivers knowledge and innovative technology to improve the health and use of the nation’s forests and rangelands.

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Extrans Permeation Measurement System

The Extrans Permeation Measurement System developed at the Y-12 National Security Complex is a customizable system for testing the behavior and uniformity of polymers and other materials. The system can be used to determine permeation rates using variable temperatures, total pressures, differential pressures, and mechanical deformations, as well as adjustable concentration levels for gases and liquids. Extrans supports permeation testing from liquid-to-gas or from gas-to-gas phases.

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JanuaryAbout y-12The Y-12 National Security Complex is a premier manufacturing facility dedicated to making our nation and the world a safer place. Operated by B&WY-12 for the National Nuclear Security Administration, Y-12 plays a vital role in the Department of Energy’s Nuclear Security Enterprise. Y-12 helps ensure a safe and effective U.S. nuclear weapons deterrent. Y-12 also retrieves and stores nuclear materials, fuels the nation’s naval reactors, and performs complementary work for other government and private-sector entities.

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Green Solution to PlasticPlastics products–such as grocery bags, packaging foam, plates, and cups–are lightweight, strong, and inexpensive to produce. Because these products are not biodegradable, they collect in landfills, litter the environment, and present a long-term environmental problem. Through a new process developed by Argonne scientist Vilas Pol, a wide range of waste plastics can be converted into a fine black carbon powder or carbon nanotubes. This carbon-based substance has numerous industrial applications, ranging from its use as an anode material in manufacturing lithium-ion batteries to serving as a component in water purification, tires, electronics, paints, and printer inks and toners.

nanoSh Superhydrophobic Diatomaceous earth technologyNanoSH Superhydrophobic Diatomaceous Earth Technology, developed at ORNL by John Simpson, Jim Kiggans, Craig Blue and Brian D¹Urso, is unique in that it demonstrates an extremely high water contact angle while being much less expensive than traditional superhydrophobic materials. As a result, they have excellent water-repellant and anti-biofouling properties. In addition, the manufacture of the material is fairly straightforward and the cost of the raw materials is much lower than that of previous types of coatings with similar properties. For more information, visit http://www.ornl.gov/adm/partnerships/tech/superhydrophobic.

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Photos courtesy of Oak Ridge National Laboratory, managed for the U.S. Dept. of Energy by UT-Battelle, LLC

The field of flow cytometry was originally invented at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) as a way to allow scientists to quantitate and examine cells by passing them through a laser-based detection device. Thousands of cells per second may be analyzed individually, allowing rapid characterization of entire populations of cells as well as the detection of rare cells. Cell biologists use flow cytometry for

a wide range of applications, including the study of cellular protein expression, immunophenotyping, quantifying cellular DNA, and measurement of a variety of cellular phenotypes for the purposes of basic cell biology research and drug discovery. Flow cytometry instrumentation has continued to advance with support from the National Center for Research Resources at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

the AttunetM Acoustic Focusing Cytometer

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next-Generation electromechanical BatteriesLawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is collaborating with a commercial partner to develop the next generation of electromechanical batteries (EMBs), intended for bulk energy storage. This device combines three LLNL innovations: an electrostatic generator motor, passive magnetic bearings, and novel fiber composite fabrication methods for an extremely efficient, durable, and cost-effective contender for energy storage.

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net-Zero house Resembling a typical suburban Maryland single-family home, the 2,700-square-foot (251-square-meter), two-story NIST Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility will use energy-saving appliances, design and other technologies, such as solar panels and geothermal heating and cooling, to ensure that the house produces as much energy as it consumes. During a year-long demonstration of the house’s capabilities, appliances, lights, and kitchen and bathroom fixtures will be computer-controlled to simulate a family of four living in the fully furnished home. Construction is scheduled for completion in 2012.

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The passive magnet stabilizer bearing; the inner layer of fiber composite the vacuum chamber for the first prototype. Photos courtesy of LLNL

Omni Jaw 5Omni Jaw 5 is a high-powered hydraulic tool that generates up to 5 tons of force on the cutting jaw. An electric trigger placed ergonomically on the handle actuates it. The longer the trigger is pressed, the greater force is generated. This design allows the tool to use the minimum amount of power required to cut. After the trigger is released, the system automatically resets and the cutting jaw returns to the open position.

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Mary ArchuletaLaurie Arrants Sara BaragonaSarah BauerDenise Bickmore Renie Boyle Joseph CanevaDonna CannellaBonnie J. ChamberlainRobert Charles Cathleen Cohn Stephen R. Crutchfield Liz Dalsey Gina K. DavisSuzanne FrisbieSandra J. HendersonJohn HensylSonia Hernandez-MoyaGary JonesAl JordanRhonda Mazza

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Dendritic Cell

Artist Donald Bliss’ rendering of the surface of a human dendritic cell illustrates the unexpected discovery of sheet-like processes that fold back onto the membrane surface. When exposed to HIV, these sheets entrap viruses in the vicinity and focus them to contact zones with T-cells targeted for infection. These studies were carried out by scientists at the National Institutes of Health’s National Cancer Institute using ion abrasion scanning electron microscopy, a new technology being developed and applied to 3-D cellular imaging.

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Microelectronics

Microelectronics is a key enabling technology: making “smart” weapons smart, providing increased capability and flexibility. This technology is absolutely critical for success of the mission and for adapting to deal with asymmetric threats. The Defense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA) owns and operates, with cleared government engineers, the DOD Foundry, which is certified ‘Trusted’ and ISO-compliant.

www.dmea.osd.mil

Gemini-Scout—Rescue Robot Saves Lives

When miners are trapped underground, a quick response can mean the difference between life and death. The Gemini-Scout developed at Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) is an unmanned ground vehicle designed to go into hazardous environments to assess conditions and communicate with survivors. The Gemini platform has the mobility to travel across rough terrain, trek through standing water, and go over obstacles with its dual-tracked-chassis design. In addition to its application in mining disasters, SNL believes that this technology is broad enough to be appealing to other fi rst responders, such as police, fi refi ghters and medical personnel.

www.sandia.gov

Little Things Make a Big Difference

Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Pacifi c’s (SSC Pacifi c) micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) displacement sensor (licensed by Lumedyne Technologies, Inc.) has measured displacements as small as 1/1000th the diameter of an atom, and has logged the best known value for transduction ever measured by a MEMS device (>75mA/μm). The sensor’s ultra-high sensitivity makes it ideal for the precision performance accelerometer market, including guidance systems for aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft; as well as oil, gas, and geothermal exploration. The device, consisting of parts much smaller than a dime, represents a signifi cant leap forward for the MEMS family of very small electrically-driven mechanical devices.

www.spawartechtransfer.navy.mil

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Materials Science: Fabrication

Through computational studies and laboratory experiments, the National Energy Technology Laboratory’s materials science research team investigates the properties of matter to develop novel materials for a wide variety of uses. Primarily focused on developing new and improved materials for the high-pressure, high-temperature environments found in next-generation power plants, the team’s research has also resulted in products as diverse as more effective body armor for the Army and a new alloy for improved coronary stents.

www.netl.doe.gov

Speeding the Search for Fuel in Oil

Fluorescence of diesel fuel with (right bottle) and without (left bottle) the dye used for FiO technology developed at ORNL’s Fuels Engines and Emissions Research Center, National Transportation Research Center (NTRC)

www.ornl.gov

Coronary Stent

National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) researchers and their counterparts at Boston Scientific recognized the need for thinner, more flexible coronary stents that could be passed through more tortuous arterial paths, facilitating treatment to obstructions that were previously untreatable by minimally invasive procedures. A new platinum-chromium alloy developed by a team of researchers, including NETL metallurgists and materials engineers, solves many of the past problems surrounding traditional stents. The addition of platinum gives a stent physical properties that allow it to be both thin and visible on x-ray, while its flexibility allows easier movement through arterial bends without causing damage. Sales of Boston Scientific’s PROMUS® Element™ and ION™ stents, made from the novel alloy, have exceeded $1 billion since their introduction in January 2010.

www.netl.doe.gov

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ACAT

This F-16 aircraft was used to test automatic collision avoidance technologies. Flying through the mountains of southern California, its onboard Automatic Ground Collision Avoidance System (Auto GCAS) prevents it from colliding with the ground, yet does not interfere with low-level missions or endanger the aircraft. Auto GCAS was successfully demonstrated and transitioned for use on the U.S. Air Force F-16 fl eet in 2010.

www.wpafb.af.mil/afrl/rb

The U.S. Army Edgewood Chemical Biological Center (ECBC) Engineering Directorate worked to develop the weapons of mass destruction (WMD) Aerial

Collection System (WACS) for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. WACS is comprised of two sensor and tracker pods placed under the wings of a Shadow unmanned aerial vehicle. The pods can detect, track and collect WMD threats.

WACSWMD Aerial Collection System

www.ecbc.army.mil

Mount St. Helens Stream Surveys

U.S. Forest Service scientists have conducted 31 years of ecological research on Mount St. Helens since its massive 1980 eruption. This research has yielded fi ndings that have reshaped our understanding of landscape response to severe disturbance. The information has been incorporated into forest management and policy in the Pacifi c Northwest and applied around the world at othervolcanic sites.

Pacifi c Northwest Research Station

www.fs.fed.us/pnw

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