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What information exists on conversion efficiencies of chemical warfare agents (CWAs) V to CWA G Using Silver Fluoride Conversion Pads/Tubes?

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) is seeking information on conversion efficiencies of chemical warfare agents (CWAs) V to CWA G using silver fluoride (AgF) conversion pads/tubes. HDIAC is interested in obtaining…

Marines, simulated riot, nonlethal weapons training, Camp Lejeune
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What intermediate force capabilities provide Warfighters with nonlethal response options?

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) was asked to locate nonlethal systems that could provide Warfighters with an intermediate response capability. This capability should be deployed by a fire team-sized element (four…

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What capabilities exist to eliminate the “memory effect” of furan and dioxin in pollution abatement systems?

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) was recently tasked with finding solutions to eliminate the “chemical memory effect” of gaseous or solid particulate dioxin and furan by-products that accumulate in given pollution…

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How can biological advancements improve Special Operations Forces’ cognitive and physical abilities?

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) was recently tasked with finding research on how technological advancements can improve cognition in Warfighters in the future. We would like to find any current or…

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What ground and maritime surveillance sensors are deployable for unlawful personnel detection and contraband detection?

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) was recently tasked with finding deployable ground and/or maritime surveillance capabilities that can remain unattended but can alert personnel of the presence of unlawful personnel or…

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Is there any research on the effects or correlations of airborne parachute operations and long-term degenerative disc disease of military paratroopers?

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) was recently tasked with finding research on the effects or correlations of airborne parachute operations and long-term degenerative disc disease (DDD) of military paratroopers. The military…

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What sprays currently exist to detect explosive residues?

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) was recently tasked with finding aerosolized spray products that can detect and indicate the presence of trace (or abundant) explosive materials or explosive residues. Any type…

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What research has been done on chemical-biological-resistant textiles/fabrics for a next generation protective ensemble?

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center is conducting research on chemical-biological-resistant textiles/fabrics for a next generation protective ensemble.  To assist with this research, we would like to know what research and development (R&D)…

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What are the factors preventing urea fuel cells from being adopted in eVTOL UAV’s? (Beyond SWAP)

The Homeland Defense & Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) is seeking information regarding urea fuel-cell state-of-the-art technology, and to learn about possible factors preventing urea fuel cells from being adopted in eVTOL UAV’s (Reasons beyond…

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What capabilities exist to characterize and assess the mission of adversarial government underground facilities?

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) was recently tasked with finding research efforts and technologies that can discern the primary mission and capabilities of adversarial government underground facilities. While the primary focus…

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What capabilities exist to detect and/or remove adversarial deception tools for underground weapons of mass destruction (WMD) facilities?

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) was recently tasked with finding research efforts and technologies that focus on detecting intentionally obfuscated underground weapons of mass destruction (WMD) facilities or efforts that defeat…

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What are commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions for unmanned transport of CBRN samples?

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) is seeking COTS solutions for unmanned chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) sample transport via a vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). Once…