A -- BIO-OPTIC SYNTHETIC (BOSS) WORKSHOP

Notice Date

October 18, 2001

Contracting Office

Other Defense Agencies, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, Contracts Management Office, 3701 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA, 22203-1714

ZIP Code

22203-1714

Description

Bio- Optic Synthetic Systems (BOSS) Workshop, SN02-03. The Defense Sciences Office (DSO) of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is sponsoring an informational and team-forming workshop on Bio-Optic Synthetic Systems. This workshop will take place December 4, 2001, at the Washington Dulles Airport Hilton, Herndon, Virginia. Attendance at the Workshop is OPTIONAL, BUT HIGHTLY RECOMMENDED for all potential bidders. The workshop will be held in support of DARPA's new program entitled "Bio-Optic Synthetic Systems." The goal of this program is to demonstrate a bio-inspired lens having a dynamically controllable field of view (ranging from less than 1 degree to greater than 120 degrees). This will be achieved by developing materials exhibiting a variable index of refraction. A dynamically variable lens compound that exhibits a full point (1.0) reversible change in the index of refraction in the visible is planned as a phase I demonstration. In addition, fabrication techniques for engineering hierarchical structures that provide these unique optical properties will be explored. Self-assembly processes to fabricate materials with a variable reflection in the visual to near-IR that acts as a wavelength variable bandpass filter will be demonstrated. The inspiration for these new designs will be based on biological systems that demonstrate impressive performance at reduced size and complexity (when compared to conventional man-made systems). This program will develop novel synthesis routes to fabricate materials having extreme optical, sensing, and electro-optical properties. The agenda for the meeting will consist of presentations from DARPA and other Defense organizations that have interest in this area as well as brief presentations from the community on specific areas relevant to our program goals. Details of the Workshop, including information regarding registration may be found at the BOSS registration website, http://www.eventmakeronline.com/dso/View/index.asp?MeetingID=3D77. The Workshop registration fee is $125.00 and includes all Workshop activities in addition to a continental breakfast and working lunch. Registration cut-off is November 20, 2001 or at attendance capacity. Space is limited and early registration is recommended. For further information, send electronic mail to DSOBAA01-42@darpa.mil. Please include "Bio-Optic Synthetic Systems Workshop" in the subject line. This announcement is NOT a request for proposals.=20

Web Link

Visit this URL for the latest information about this (http://www.eps.gov/spg/ODA/DARPA/CMO/SN02-03/listing.html)

Record

Loren Data Corp. 20011022/SPMSC011.HTM (D-291 SN5109N9)