Commander, Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division, Code 210000D, 1 Administration Circle, China Lake, CA 93555-6100

A -- RUGGEDIZED FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM CONTROLLER TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY SOL N68936 POC Martha H Harrington, (760) 939-1814 SUMMARY: The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, (NAWCWPNS), China Lake, CA has been awarded a Patent, (Number 6,039,124), for a Solid State Fire Protection System Controller and Sensor Architecture designed for use in ruggedized fire protection applications in confined spaces. The system was designed for shipboard use, but is applicable to vehicle and small craft fire protection system applications as well. It was designed to meet military standards for shock (MIL-STD-901D), vibration (MIL-STD-167-1) and electromagnetic interference (MIL-STD-461D). Two system concepts were patented: 1) a basic system designed to operate as a standalone using analog sensors, and 2) an advanced concept using digital, addressable sensors with the ability to transmit system operating status and other data to a vehicle computer or other controller. The basic system has been operated using fixed-temperature/rate-of-rise heat detectors. This system actuates at a fixed point determined by the sensor(s) selected for theapplication. The basic system controller can be operated as a water release panel and has been configured to operate a sprinkler system main valve. The basic system can be operated automatically or by using a manual override built into the system. A basic system design concept was augmented by an advanced concept for use in applications that require data feedback to a vehicle computer or other controller. The advanced system provides for controller feedback of sensor data and system component operating status to an onboard controller. This allows real-time data to be remotely monitored and displayed, if desired. Integration of digital sensors feature allows thresholding of the sensor suite, (e.g., ability to vary system actuation temperature by changing the set point in controller software). The advanced system also provides the ability to monitor the effectiveness of the fire protection system after it has been activated. System components are addressable and modular to facilitate self-diagnostics and quick, easy replacement to reduce system maintenance man-hours. The objectives of the Navy domestic technology transfer are: (1) to disseminate technology originally developed in support of military applications for alternative uses in the public and private sectors; (2) to provide joint cooperative development programs that address problems of critical concern to the Navy and other agencies or organizations; and (3) to leverage research and development opportunities of mutual interest to the Navy and industrial organizations. In pursuit of these objectives, the Navy transfers technology to other Federal Government agencies, state and local governments, small and large United States businesses, nonprofit organizations and such public service organizations as schools, hospitals and foundations. For more information contact the Technology Transfer Office, Code 4T1100D, at the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, (China Lake), CA 93555-6100, PHONE (760) 939-1814. This announcement is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute an RFB or RFP; it is not a commitment by the Government, and is not expected to lead to contracts to be let by the Government. Commander Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, Code 4T1100D, 1 ADMINISTRATION CIRCLE, CHINA LAKE, CA 93555-6100 Posted 06/26/00 (W-SN468678). (0178)

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