Emerging Application Areas
Rapid thermal processing for increased throughput.
Control of vapor deposition process for special purpose materials (e.g., thin film diamond).
Noise and Vibration Control
Active mounts and speaker system for noise and vibration isolation.
Variety of Applications: cars, planes, HVAC.
Intelligent Vehicle Highway System
Platooning cars for high speed, high density travel on freeways.
PATH project in California is already in test near San Diego.
Compression systems: stall, surge, flutter control for increased operability.
Combustion systems: operation at leaner mixtures for reduced emissions.