infrared Sensing
The U.S. Army is seeking innovative quantum sensor and photonics solutions from eligible small businesses across the U.S. through the xTech|Phantum competition. This platform offers participants the opportunity to engage with the Department of War (DoW), earn prize money and submit a Phase I Army Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) proposal.
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The objectives for this effort are to enhance and refine various payload types and integrate them using a modular specification for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Experimentation, testing, and evaluation for this effort will use a Soldier-centered iterative design process.
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The objective of this topic is to provide low-cost Ka-Band radar solutions through advancements in metamaterials to mimic the performance of an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) without the high price. In addition, software-related technologies and any other applicable advanced technologies should be analyzed and utilized.
Develop and employ a metagenomic pipeline to discover novel biosensors for water contaminants of DOD concern. Biosensors can be further engineered or evolved to enable in-field sensing of these contaminants.
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Develop and optimize designs for near-diffraction limited, near-infrared Photonic Crystal Surface-Emitting Lasers (PCSEL) laser diode…
Photonic Crystal Surface-Emitting Lasers (PCSEL) for Advanced Laser Systems Read More »
This topic seeks to develop an underwater sensor optimized for size, weight, power, and cost (SWAP-C) that can be mounted on a small uncrewed boat to detect bathymetry and underwater hazards in shallow, bubbly environments.
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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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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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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.
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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 »
