Developmental Testing & Evaluation (DT&E) Designations

Developmental Testing & Evaluation (DT&E) Designation provides protection during further testing or trial deployment of a technology to collect additional efficacy data necessary for a full Designation. DT&E Designation provides liability protections similar to a full Designation but with certain limitations and constraints and has a limited term for testing or evaluating the technology (presumptively not longer than 36 months). SAFETY Act liability protections associated with DT&E Designations will apply only to acts that occur during the period set forth in the particular DT&E Designation.

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Howe & Howe Technologies, Inc. Approved: June 30, 2014 \| Expires: July 31, 2017 Howe & Howe Technologies, Inc. provides RS1-RBS1 Robotic Ballistic Shield (“SWAT BOT” or the “Technology”). The Technology is a mid-sized robot designed for Special Weapons and Tactics/Special Emergency Response Team operations.
Decision Sciences International Corporation Approved: April 18, 2014 \| Expires: May 31, 2017 Decision Sciences International Corporation provides the Multi-Mode Passive Detection System (“MMPDS” or the “Technology”). The Technology is a passive detection system for cargo and vehicle inspection that combines latent gamma ray detection technology and muon tomography. The Technology also includes the main apparatus, the software used to control the detectors and produce the three-dimensional image, the technical manuals, and training.
Smiths Detection, Inc. Approved: February 10, 2014 \| Expires: July 31, 2015 Smiths Detection, Inc. provides the Bio-Seeq® PLUS PCR Bio-Identifier (the “Technology”). The Technology is a portable biological agent identification instrument used to screen suspicious powders for bacterial and viral biological warfare agents. The Technology uses LATE-PCR (Linear After The Exponential-Polymerase Chain Reaction) to replicate a specific genomic region from a target bacterial or viral agent and attaches a fluorophore to the newly replicated genetic material to allow for detection. The Technology can perform up to six distinct assays simultaneously. Included in the Technology are single-use assay cartridges for performing assays as well as operator training, training materials, maintenance services, technical documents and manuals, and a warranty.
Leidos, Inc. Approved: January 24, 2014 \| Expires: February 28, 2017 Leidos, Inc. provides VACIS® XPL Passenger Car Inspection System (the “Technology”). The Technology is an inspection system for scanning motorcycles, passenger cars, and buses. The Technology also includes installation, training, image analysis, and warranty and maintenance services that may be included in the sale of the Technology or as a stand-alone service offering.
Image Insight, Inc. Approved: January 10, 2014 \| Expires: February 28, 2017 Image Insight, Inc. provides GammaPix™ (the “Technology”). The Technology is software that can be installed onto computer or mobile devices such as phones and tablets for use in detecting gamma radiation. The software works with most digital cameras to identify gamma rays emitted from a radioactive source. The Technology also includes attendant manuals and support services.
XploSafe, LLC Approved: December 20, 2013 \| Expires: January 31, 2017 XploSafe, LLC provides XploSens (the “Technology”). The Technology is a screening liquid that allows first responders and emergency personnel to determine if suspicious powders contain explosives or explosive ingredients. It is a liquid-based nanoparticulate suspension in the form of inks or test strips designed to aid the rapid detection of improvised chlorate-based explosives; Sprengel explosives; strong oxidizers; peroxide -based explosives, including Triacetone Triperoxide ("TATP"), Hexamethylene Triperoxide Diamine ("HMTD"); hydrogen peroxide plastic explosives; and other explosive ingredients.
Applied Engineering Management ("AEM") Corporation Approved: December 18, 2013 \| Expires: January 31, 2017 Applied Engineering Management (“AEM”) Corporation provides the Program to Assist Risk and Resilience Examination (“PARRE”) software application (the “Technology”). The Technology is a software tool to assist facility operators in completing an all-hazards risk and resilience analysis of water sector critical infrastructure. The Technology incorporates the American Water Works Association’s standard for Risk and Resilience Management of Drinking Water and Wastewater Systems (“ANSI/AWWA J100-10”). The Technology also includes an integrated user’s guide.
Dispersive Solutions, Inc. Approved: November 20, 2013 \| Expires: December 31, 2016 Dispersive Solutions, Inc. provides Virtual Dispersive Networking™ (“VDN” or the “Technology”). The Technology is a software platform that combines Peer-to-Peer networking, virtualization and routing functionality to combat hacking and Distributed Denial of Service attacks. VDN is also designed to prevent malware from extracting data from a network by inserting a virtual machine between the operating system and the network interface. The Technology includes a training and certification program for engineers to architect, implement, and administer VDN enabled networks.
Smiths Detection Inc. Approved: August 13, 2013 \| Expires: September 30, 2016 Smiths Detection, Inc. provides eqo™ (the “Technology”). The Technology is a flat-panel millimeter-wave body-imaging scanner used for detecting hidden objects under clothing at security checkpoints. The Technology also includes maintenance and training services, technical documents and manuals, associated software, lifecycle support, quality control, quality assurance, and a warrantee program.
Qylur Security Systems, Inc. Approved: April 23, 2013 \| Expires: May 31, 2016 Qylur Security Systems, Inc., a Delaware corporation, provides the Qylur Security Kiosk. The Technology is a security screening kiosk that provides for the simultaneous screening of five individual parcels for a variety of threat items including explosives, knives, guns, and radioactive materials. The Technology also includes the methods for remote viewing of images, installation, training, and maintenance of the Technology.