Research Interests

Research interests are focused on Computer Architectures for non-numeric and embedded applications. Application areas cover the real-time processing aspects of Intelligent Systems and Distributed Simulation.

A narrative Statement of Research Interests provides a 2-page summary description.

Computer Architecture
Evolvable
Hardware		 System
Architecture		 Clockless
Logic		 Ultra-Dependable
Computing
Intelligent Systems
Representation
& Reasoning		 Parallel Knowledge
Processing
Distributed Simulation
Networked
Simulation

Research Laboratories

Founder and Director of:
Computer Architecture Lab

and a Faculty Member of the following labs at UCF:

Intelligent Systems LaboratoryEvolutionary Computing Laboratory
Network and Mobile Computing LaboratoryVLSI Design Laboratory
Public Safety Technology Center
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Research Projects

Research projects as PI or Co-PI :   SUMMARY INFORMATION available

  1. R. F. DeMara, Distributed Simulation Fidelity Optimization in the Presence of Communication Latency, U.S. Army Research, Development, and Engineering Command (RDECOM), January 2005 – December 2005, $99,537 plus $5,000 university match and $3,600 cost share for a total of $108,137 (selection notified and account being arranged).
  2. R. F. DeMara, Adaptive Fault Occlusion through Competitive Runtime Reconfiguration, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), October 2004 – September 2007, $356,000 plus $40,017 university match and $129,521 cost share for a total of $525,538.
  3. M. Georgiopoulos, R. F. DeMara, A. J. Gonzalez, M. Kysilka, M. Mollaghasemi, E. Gelenbe, and A. Wu, Machine Learning Advances for Engineering Education, National Science Foundation (NSF),June 2002 - Dec 2006, $428,851 plus $165,077 university match for a total of $593,928.
  4. R. F. DeMara, A. J. Gonzalez, and M. Georgiopoulos, Bandwidth and Latency Implications of Integrated Training and Tactical Communication Networks, U.S. Army Research, Development, and Engineering Command (RDECOM), May 2002 – September 2004, $268,057 plus $28,700 university match and $21,600 cost share for a total of $318,157.
  5. A. J. Gonzalez, M. Georgiopoulos, and R. F. DeMara, Learning Robotic Behaviors from Observation of Human Performance, U.S. Army Simulation Training and Instrumentation Command (STRICOM), May 2002 – April 2003, $110,000.
  6. J. S. Yuan and R. F. DeMara, Application-Specific IC Design Using Asynchronous Methodologies, Theseus Logic, Inc., September 1999 – December 2002, $270,000 plus $240,000 state match and $72,000 cost share for a total of $582,000.
  7. R. F. DeMara, Active Computer Defense using Autonomous Agents, National Security Agency (NSA) subcontract, August 1999 – December 2002, $153,077 plus $6,500 department match for a total of $159,577.
  8. A. J. Gonzalez, R. F. DeMara, and M. Georgiopoulos, Automated Model Development Techniques for Human Behavior Models, Defense Modeling and Simulation Office (DMSO), May 2001 – August 2002, $98,385 plus $9,833 university match for a total of $108,218.
  9. A. J. Gonzalez, M. Georgiopoulos, and R. F. DeMara, An Advanced Representational Paradigm for Human Behavior Modeling in Computer Generated Forces, U.S. Army STRICOM and Defense Modeling and Simulation Office (DMSO), March 2001 – August 2002, $78,889 plus $15,323 university match for a total of $94,212.
  10. A. J. Gonzalez, R. F. DeMara, and R. Franceschini, Validation and Verification of Human Behavior Models, Defense Modeling and Simulation Office (DMSO), March 2001 – August 2002, $45,000.
  11. A. J. Gonzalez, R. F. DeMara, and R. Franceschini, A Context-based Modeling Approach to HBR for DMSO Challenge, Defense Modeling and Simulation Office (DMSO), March 2001 – August 2002, $75,000.
  12. K. Reynolds, M. Georgiopoulos, R. F. DeMara, R. Eaglin, A. J. Gonzalez, and C. Watkins, Florida Department of Law Enforcement Drug Enforcement Distributed Database System, State of Florida, April 2000 – April 2001, $248,099 plus $55,400 university cost share for a total of $303,499.
  13. A. J. Gonzalez, M. Georgiopoulos, and R. F. DeMara, Context-Based Representation of Intelligent Behavior in Degraded Systems Simulation, Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), March 2000 – September 2000, $49,960.
  14. A. J. Gonzalez, R. F. DeMara, and M. Georgiopoulos, Research Collaboration on Human Behavioral Modeling Techniques for Computer Generated Simulation Entities, Mitsubishi Research Institute, August 1999 – August 2000, $29,269.
  15. R. F. DeMara, M. Georgiopoulos, and A. J. Gonzalez, Intelligent Data-Mining of Advanced Training Management and Support Systems, Lockheed Martin Information Systems, August 1999 – May 2000, $38,000.
  16. J. S. Yuan, R. F. DeMara, and Z. Qu, Interdisciplinary Research in Computer Architecture, ASIC, and Microelectronics Testing and Characterization, Theseus Logic and UCF Presidential Research Infrastructure Initiative, January, 2000, $116,000.
  17. R. F. DeMara and P. McCauley-Bell, Tethered Agent System for Distributed Intrusion Detection, Lockheed Martin Information Systems, January 1999 – December 1999, $35,000 plus $35,000 state match for a total of $70,000.
  18. R. F. DeMara, Software Mechanism for Efficient Barrier Synchronization, UCF Office of Research, July 1998 – June 1999, $7,485.
  19. R. F. DeMara, R. Eaglin, and M. Y. Wu, Media Hawk Processor System, New Equipment Grant, Concurrent Computer Corporation, Inc., August, 1998, $110,000.
  20. A. J. Gonzalez, R. F. DeMara, and M. Georgiopoulos, Vehicle Model Generation and Optimization for Embedded Simulation, Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), January 1998 – December 2001, $402,496.
  21. R. F. DeMara and B. Petrasko, Concurrency Strategies for High-Level Simulation Architecture, Lockheed Martin Information Systems, January 1996 – April 1996, $10,000.
  22. R. F. DeMara, Nighthawk Multiprocessor System, New Equipment Grant, Harris Computer Systems / Concurrent Computer Systems Corporation, Inc., January, 1996, $275,000.
  23. R. F. DeMara, Interprocessor Bandwidth Capacities of Hierarchical Multiprocessor Memory Systems, Harris Computer Systems / Concurrent Computer Systems Corporation, Inc., June 1995 – December 1996, $46,473.
  24. R. F. DeMara and B. Petrasko, X-terminal Workstations, New Equipment Grant, NCR Corporation, September, 1994, $6,000.
  25. R. F. DeMara, Distributed Interactive Simulation of Computer Generated Forces, Institute for Simulation and Training, May 1993 – December 1993, $18,700.
  26. R. F. DeMara, Engineering Infrastructure - Engineering Station Grant, State of Florida, September, 1994, January, 1993, $13,150.
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