Dynamic Lorentz Microscopy of Micromagnetic Structure in Magnetic Tunnel Junctions
Lorentz microscopy was used to study the micromagnetic structure and magnetization reversal in magnetic tunnel junctions (MTJs) fabricated with different processing conditions including a preoxidation process. The authors find that the free layer in a MTJ
Energy Efficient Millimeter Wave Radio Link Establishment with Smart Array Antenna
Consider a system of two millimeter wave transceiver nodes A and B. We assume that each node is equipped with a circular array antenna that has beamforming capability. We are interested in using the beamforming capability to find the best possible
Specification for the Extensible Configuration Checklist Description Format (XCCDF), Version 1.1
This document specifies the data model and XML representation for the Extensible Configuration Checklist Description Format (XCCDF). An XCCDF document is a structured collection of security configuration rules for some set of target systems. The XCCDF
Determination of the Superconducting Penetration Depth From Coplanar-Waveguide Measurements
We introduce a novel transmission line method for measurements of the penetration depth of thin high temperature supervonducting (HTS) films. The method is based on the accurate extraction of the inductance-per-unit-length of a superconducting coplanar
Radio Frequency Indentification (RFID) and other automated identification technologies (AIT) are being used by government and industry to replace barcodes and existing pen and paper processes in areas such as asset tracking, toll collection, supply chain
Single Photon Detector Comparison in a Quantum Key Distribution Link Testbed
We provide a direct comparison between the InGaAs avalanche photodiode (APD) and the NbN superconducting single photon detector (SSPD) for applications in fiber-based quantum cryptography. The quantum efficiency and dark count rate were measured for each
Modeling MEMS Microhotplate Structures With SystemC
Designers of SoCs with non-digital components, such as analog or MEMS devices, can currently use highlevel system design languages, such as SystemC, to model only the digital parts of a system. This is a significant limitation, since it makes key system
Log Management: Using Computer and Network Records to Improve Information Security
NIST SP 800-92 helps organizations develop, implement and maintain effective processes for managing logs, which contain information about specific events occurring within information technology (IT) systems and networks. The information is recorded in logs
In this article we propose an adaptive algorithm that determines the duration and frequency of channel scanning in order to facilitate the discovery of neighboring base stations and handovers across multiple IEEE 802.16 networks. The proposed algorithm
An Ontology of Identity Credentials Part 1: Background and Formulation
The Information Technology Laboratory (ITL) at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) promotes the U.S. economy and public welfare by providing technical leadership for the Nation s measurement and standards infrastructure. ITL develops
Imaging and Spectroscopy at Terahertz Frequencies Using Hot Electron Bolometer Technology
Imaging and spectroscopy at terahertz frequencies (defined roughly as 300 GHz-3 THz) have great potential for both healthcare and homeland security applications. Terahertz frequencies correspond to energy level transitions of important molecules ibbiology
Unsupervised Anomaly Detection System Using Next-Generation Router Architecture
Unlike many intrusion detection systems that rely mostly on labeled training data, we propose a novel technique for anomaly detection based on unsupervised learning and we apply it to counter denial-of-service attacks. Initial simulation results suggest
Study of BGP Peering Session Attacks and Their Impacts on Routing Performance
We present a detailed study of the potential impact of BGP peering session attacks and the resulting exploitation of Route Flap Damping (RFD) that cause network-wide routing disruptions. We consider canonical grid as well as down-sampled realistic
Recent Advances in High-Voltage, High-Frequency Silicon-Carbide Power Device
The emergence of High-Voltage, High-Frequency (HV-HF) Silicon-Carbide (SiC) power devices is expected to revolutionize commercial and military power distribution and conversion systems. The DARPA Wide Bandgap Semiconductor Technology (WBST) High Power
We have implemented a quantum key distribution (QKD) system with polarization encoding at 850 nm over 1 km of optical fiber. The high-speed management of the bit-stream, generation of random numbers and processing of the sifting algorithm are all handled
Generalized Test Bed for High-Voltage, High-Power SiC Device Characterization
A generalized 25 kV test bed developed to characterize high-voltage, high-power SiC devices is described. The test bed features containment of all high voltage circuits and the device under test (DUT) within a clear plastic interlocked safety box. A fast
Guidance for Securing Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition: A NIST Security Configuration Checklist
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) developed this document in furtherance of its statutory responsibilities under the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) of 2002, Public Law 107-347. This publication seeks to assist
Access control is perhaps the most basic aspect of computer security. Nearly all applications that deal with financial, privacy, safety, or defense include some form of access control. In many systems access control takes the form of a simple password
Forensic Techniques: Helping Organizations Improve Their Responses to Information Security Incidents
This bulletin explains the need for the use of digital forensic techniques, which can help organizations respond more effectively to information security incidents, and protect the confidentially, integrity and availability of their information and systems
Guide to Test, Training, and Exercise Programs for IT Plans and Capabilities
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) developed this document in furtherance of its statutory responsibilities under the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) of 2002, Public Law 107-347. This publication seeks to assist