Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology ASA(ALT) releases contract opportunities on an ad-hoc basis to meet Army research and development needs.
Recent advancements in meta lens technology show promise for reducing the size and cost of optical sensors used for daytime (solar) celestial navigation. This topic’s objective is to design and prototype a solar compass that leverages meta lens technology to increase performance while reducing weight and cost.
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The aim of this topic is to harness advanced artificial intelligence/machine-learning (AI/ML) technologies to enhance The Integrated Personnel and Pay System- Army (IPPS-A) by achieving the following objectives:
Human Resources/Pay Data Quality Enhancement: Ensure high data integrity and reliability and develop generative AI or ML solutions to identify and rectify data inaccuracies, inconsistencies, and complete missing information.
HR/Pay Anomaly Detection and Prevention: Implement AI-driven mechanisms to detect anomalies, prevent data duplication, and ensure ongoing data quality improvement, adapting to evolving operational needs.
AI-tool for Data Quality Management of Human Resources Database Read More »
This topic seeks to research and develop a low size, weight, and power (SWaP), soliton-based miniature optical frequency comb module. The goal is to deliver a turn-key microcomb-based prototype including an external pump-laser that fits within an industry standard 14-pin butterfly package with control electronics board.
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There is a need to increase the supplier base and production capacity for power sources currently implemented in advanced ammunition fuzing applications. Joint Program Executive Office Armaments and Ammunition (JPEO A&A) Project Manager Maneuver Ammunition Systems (PM MAS) desires alternate power sources to increase the supplier base and production capacity to meet the increasing demand of cartridges employing these advanced fuzing technologies.
The proposed power source solutions should meet or exceed the performance and reliability of the current solution. The proposed solutions need to be capable of maintaining an extended shelf-life, fitting within a 400 mm3 cylindrical volume, and functioning under high g-load and spin rate conditions and within cold and hot temperature extremes IAW MIL-STD-810 while supplying 50 to 200 mW for the duration of the mission. Acceptable proposed solutions can implement energy harvesting or stored energy.
Small Innovative Mission Power Sources Read More »
The proposed topic will examine tradeoffs for ground Soldier applications for micro displays, create new backplane architectures, determine optimal Si process nodes and wafer size, and ultimately entail the fabrication and characterization of the micro displays, for further integration into head-mounted display (HMD) systems for augmented reality (AR) outside of this SBIR.
Micro Display for Augmented Reality Information Overlay Read More »
Army is seeking emerging optical material platforms that provide energy efficient modulation at cryogenic temperatures. This effort will develop emerging photonic components for cryogenic application alongside high-performance infrared sensor arrays.
Emerging Materials for Cryogenic Optical Modulation Read More »
This topic seeks to develop and demonstrate the feasibility of a stand-alone augmented-reality/virtual-reality (AR/VR) system for railroad inspection, maintenance, and training to enhance military logistics and infrastructure repair through real-time visualization and predictive capabilities.
Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR) for Railroad Inspection and Maintenance Read More »
Celestial compasses used in handheld targeting systems are typically comprised of multiple optical channels for day (sun) and night (stars). During twilight (sunrise and sunset) the sun is low on the horizon and is potentially occluded and stars are not yet fully visible.
Emerging sky polarization sensors can bridge the twilight gap and provide Soldiers accurate target azimuth. Combining the night (star) and polarization optical channels reduces system weight, complexity, and cost.
Single Aperture Night plus Polarization Compass Read More »
The U.S. Army is seeking innovative technology solutions from eligible small businesses across the U.S. through the Expeditionary Technology Search (xTechSearch) competition. This platform offers participants the opportunity to pitch novel technology solutions—whether a new application for an existing technology or an entirely new technology concept—to the Army, engage with the Department of Defense (DoD), earn prize money, join an accelerator program, and winners will have the opportunity to submit a Phase I Army Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) proposal.
The Army SBIR program is partnering with the xTech program to launch xTechOverwatch, a prize competition designed to identify and advance cutting-edge technology solutions for the Army. With up to $1 million in cash prizes, this competition provides small businesses with a unique opportunity to showcase their innovations while receiving valuable feedback from technical experts, acquisition professionals, and end-users.
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