Study and applications of retrodirective and self adaptive electromagnetic-wave phase controls to a Mars probe

Computer analyses of retrodirective, and self adaptive antenna phase control techniques for Mars prob

OARDC 2004–2008: Accomplishments and growth strategies for economic development

Cover date: January 2009The University Archives has determined that this item is of continuing value to OSU's history.The dynamic work of OARDC in targeting agbioscience growth is paying significant dividends, both for the institution and for the State of Ohio. OARDC is extremely well-positioned to expand its already substantial economic impacts in Ohio. Agbiosciences in the 21st Century BioEconomy will be a central driver of economic progress and technology-based economic development for U.S. States. Because of OARDC and the support of multiple stakeholders across the state, Ohio has moved into an early leadership position in supporting agbioscience R&D as driver for economic development

Effects of Endotracheal Administration of Epinephrine in Cardiac Arrest of Adult and Pediatric Swine

BACKGROUND: Few studies have investigated the effects of hypovolemia on area under the curve (AUC) and the return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) comparing adults and children in cardiac arrest.AIMS: To compare the epinephrine endotracheal (ET) administration relative to AUC, rate, time to, and odds of achieving ROSC between hypovolemic adult and pediatric cardiac arrest models.METHODS: This was an experimental study using male Adult ET and Pediatric ET swine. Pediatric ET pigs (N=7) weighed 20-30 kg representing the average weight for a child between 5 and 6 years of age. Adult ET pigs (N=7) weighed 60 to 80 kg. All were exsanguinated 35% of their blood volume. Swine were put into arrest for 2 minutes. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was initiated for 2 minutes; epinephrine was then administered. Blood samples were collected over 5 minutes. RESULTS: No significant difference occurred in AUC between the groups (p > 0.05). The Pediatric ET group had higher rates of ROSC and a shorter time to ROSC (p < 0.05). Pediatric ET group had a 15 times greater odds of achieving ROSC compared to the Adult ET group. CONCLUSION: Based on the results of this study, we recommend epinephrine administration via ET within the pediatric arrest model, but not for the adult

Data-Driven Work Zone Program Reviews Case Study: Illinois Department of Transportation

DTFH6116D00049 /693JJ321F000222Federal regulations in 23 CFR Part 630 Subpart J require States to conduct a work zone process review (WZPR) every 2 years to evaluate work zone processes and procedures, as well as identify systematic improvements to current and future projects. The Federal Highway Administration now encourages agencies to use a data-driven approach to make WZPRs more outcome- and performance-driven, while bringing about a continuum mindset to WZPRs as opposed to isolated point-in-time reviews. This type of approach uses quantitative data and analyses, including exposure, safety, mobility, and inspection data, as well as qualitative information in WZPRs. This case study is one of a series of resources on data-driven WZPRs. It was developed in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and focuses on three major program areas: safety, mobility, and law enforcement. Anonymized data from crash reports, traffic sensors, probe vehicles, work zone field reviews, and work zone project tracking were used to conduct the analyses, derive metrics and trends, and identify key issues. The case study used data from 2016 through 2021. This case study demonstrates how IDOT successfully uses crash, traffic, law enforcement, and construction data to streamline its WZPRs and provide a repeatable quantitative basis for more systematic reviews that extend across multiple process review cycles

Assessment of Insourcing/Outsourcing Practices for Traffic Monitoring Data Collection

DTFH61-13-D-00012, Task Order No. 0006The State Departments of Transportation (DOTs), Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) and local transportation agencies have been conducting traffic monitoring activities in conjunction with the Federal Highway Administration\u2019s (FHWA) Traffic Monitoring Guide for over 30 years. Part of their role includes collecting quality data for a vast array of uses for their own internal programs, Federal uses and the general public. State DOT highway travel monitoring program personnel is continually challenged to maintain or expand their programs as well as implement advanced traffic monitoring technologies such as highway traffic monitoring data collection hardware and traffic statistics data management software. Over the years, numerous changes have occurred in the technologies available, improvement in quality of the traffic counting methods, the need for more efficient traffic counting programs and expanded scope of traffic data collection. Changes in how these traffic counting functions are performed have led some agencies to considering or moving toward contracting out various parts of their counting program (outsourcing) while others have continued to perform their activities using their own internal staff insourcing). This report presents the findings of the assessment of state DOTs, MPOs, and local transportation agencies\u2019 resourcing practices for all aspects associated with traffic data collection activities under three categories: 1) equipment installation, 2) permanent and portable counts, and 3) other/non-traditional contracting practices. The report shares the insight that was gained into the rationale behind agencies\u2019 decision-making processes by collecting data from approximately 80 agencies and conducting interviews with approximately 30 agencies throughout the U.S. The report summarizes the findings regarding agency practices for resourcing in several categories such as staffing, equipment, quality assurance/quality control, funding, and technology, along with some of the rationale behind the agencies\u2019 resourcing decisions, challenges the agencies have been facing, and methods they employed to overcome them. The report is intended to serve as a resource document to initiate dialogue between the state DOTs, MPOs, and local agencies to learn from each other\u2019s experiences. The report also provides a conceptual framework about the key considerations for developing decision-support mechanisms for the agencies to evaluate their current resourcing profiles