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Precision Motorized Cryo/Vacuum Stage

Award Information

Agency:
Department of Defense 		Branch:
Air Force 		Award ID:
86766 		Program Year/Program:
2008 / SBIR
Agency Tracking Number:
F073-131-1462 		Solicitation Year:
N/A 		Solicitation Topic Code:
N/A 		Solicitation Number:
N/A
Small Business Information
Dynamic Structures and Materials, LLC
205 Williamson Square Franklin, TN -
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Woman-Owned: No
Minority-Owned: No
HUBZone-Owned: No
 
Phase 1
Fiscal Year: 2008
Title: Precision Motorized Cryo/Vacuum Stage
Agency / Branch: DOD / USAF
Contract: FA9101-08-M-0003
Award Amount: $100,000.00
 

Abstract:

Space Mechanism testing often requires precision motion control in a cryogenic and high vacuum environment. Precision position devices that can provide motion over large distances and with relatively high forces are required. DSM proposes a revolutionary piezoelectric motorized stage that is cryogenic and vacuum compatible to provide positioning and motion control for Air Force requirements in space mechanism testing. The motorized stage design represents an innovative mechanism topology that is universal in configuration such that it can be incorporated into a variety of precision instrumentation and metrology environments. Representing a novel step and repeat or walking beam motor, DSM's design provides a number of key benefits over traditional electromagnetic driven stages. The piezoelectric motorized stage operates in cryo without any lubrication or rolling components. The technology uses very simple solid state flexure mechanisms to provide high force (600 lbf) in a relatively small cryo compatible package. With an inherently precise fit and geometry, the stage will achieve nanometer level resolution and stability. This proposal addresses DSM's perceived approach to the development of space qualified demonstration components.

Principal Investigator:

Jeffrey S. Paine
President, Chief Manager
6155956665
jpaine@dynamic-structures.com

Business Contact:

Murray E. Johns
Vice President Operations
6155956665
salesinfo@dynamic-structures.com
Small Business Information at Submission:

DYNAMIC STRUCTURES & MATERIALS, LLC
205 Williamson Square Franklin, TN 37064

EIN/Tax ID: 621736146
DUNS: N/A
Number of Employees:
Woman-Owned: No
Minority-Owned: No
HUBZone-Owned: No