Micro-Newton Thrust Stand

Award Information

Agency: Department of Defense	Branch: Air Force	Award ID: 55296	Program Year/Program: 2001 / SBIR
Agency Tracking Number: 001PR-4003	Solicitation Year: N/A	Solicitation Topic Code: N/A	Solicitation Number: N/A

Small Business Information: Busek Co. Inc.
11 Tech Circle Natick, MA -
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Woman-Owned: No

Minority-Owned: No

HUBZone-Owned: No

Phase 1: Fiscal Year: 2001

Title: Micro-Newton Thrust Stand

Agency / Branch: DOD / USAF

Contract: F04611-01-C-0048

Award Amount: $0.00

Abstract:
Micro thrusters are needed for: (1) fleets of satellites in closely spaced formation such as TechSat 21; (2) controlling the dynamics of large space structures; and (3) large interferometric spacecraft that require extremely precise positioning. Thrusterssuch as FEEPs, micro PPT and colloids meet the propulsion requirements. To measure their performance, a thrust stand capable of sub micro-Newton resolution must be developed. In Phase I, we have demonstrated the feasibility of such a thrust stand thatcarry up to 30 kg thrus achieving thrust to weight ratio of 3.0E-9. Its unique suspension reduces effects of facility vibrations and alleviates zero inclination requirements while offering frictionless movement. In Phase II the micro-Newton thrust standconstructed during Phase I will be fully characterized with a colloid thruster and a micro PPT if the AFRL provides it for that purpose. It will operate in two modes, the

Principal Investigator:
V. Hruby
President
5086555565
vhruby@busek.com

Business Contact:
J. Budny
Contracts Administrator
5086555565
judy@busek.com

Small Business Information at Submission:

BUSEK CO., INC.
11 Tech Circle Natick, MA 01760

EIN/Tax ID: 042881247

DUNS: N/A

Number of Employees:

Woman-Owned: No

Minority-Owned: No

HUBZone-Owned: No