Developing a suite of web-based knowledge applications for management information systems managers, software developers and end users. This grant will be used to develop imaging systems that will better identify underlying corrosion on bridges and ice on roads and airplanes. The application of these imaging systems could provide vast savings to government and industry. The grant application noted that approximately 580,000 bridges in the United States are in need of regular inspection and maintenance. This same technology can be applied to detect ice on aircraft wings or highway surfaces.
Aircraft wings are de-iced by soaking the plane with thousands of gallons of ethylene glycol.
The proposed ice detection system will better detect sections of the aircraft in need of de-icing. At the same time, the project will provide an opportunity for college staff and faculty researchers to learn more about the needs and problems associated with developing products for commercial use.