Inhomogeneities and/or degradation in engineering materials, particularly adhesive joints, presents an area of constant aggravation to both designers and manufacturers. previous research has shown that the response of structural components to impose vibrations can be used to characterize their… More

In recent years the corrosivity of the tactical wheeled vehicle environment has become more severe due to increased use of road salts, increased atmospheric pollutants (so(2) and no(x)), and changes in climatic conditions in selected geographic regions of the world. the combined effects of the above… More

New and innovative nonequilibrium materials for various space structures are needed for strategic defense. one area where little attention has been focussed is the development of solid lubricants. the potential use is being explored of high lead bearing copper alloys(up to 50% lead) as bearing… More

In this phase i effort, the goal is to determine the feasibility of conducting accelerated corrosion testing of vehicles by simulating 5-10-15 years of field life in a computer controlled environment simulation chamber. the different requirements of the chamber, the types of environments present in… More

A dual laser beam technique involving laser evaporation of aliquid target will be developed to deposit thin films of indium tin oxide (ito) on silicon. ito is excellent for usein high speed electronic devices, while silicon is an optimal substrate due to availability of high purity, low cost, large… More

In this phase i effort, the goal is to determine the feasibility of conducting accelerated corrosion testing of vehicles by simulating 5-10-15 years of field life in a computer controlled environment simulation chamber. the different requirements of the chamber, the types of environments present in… More

Diamond films are contemplated for use in optical systems due to their inert nature and hence their ability to protect the vital optical systems from the harsh environments. polycrystalline diamond films produce scattering centers due to the different impurities, grain sizes and orientations that… More

Optics used in sensors or missile systems are made from sapphire, or silicon carbide because of their excellent optical or insulating properties, their inert, and their ability to resist harsh environments. polishing sapphire by mechanical or mechanochemical methods induces residual damage and… More

Kinetic energy projectiles and shaped charge liners as well as explosively formed projectile warheads would be more effective if tungsten having significant room temperature ductility were available. Nano-sized particles are known to provide these levels of desired ductility. In this Phase I effort,… More

Wear resistant electrically conducting diamond coatings are desired in extending the lifetime of components in electric rocket thrusters for space applications. These may include hollow cathodes, various electrode surfaces, and extraction grids, to name only a few. Although several methods exist for… More

Current processes for manufacturing sapphire introduce a number of defects such as die marks and growth artifacts in the as-grown sapphire blank. thus, these materials need to be polished prior to use in optics. the objective of this project is to develop a high-quality, high-speed, cost-effective… More

The high pressure/high temperature (hp/ht) method is, at present, the only viable procedure for producing diamond grit for use in various applications involving grinding/abrasive wheels. diamond powders produced by this method are moderately expensive and are not economical (50-70 cents/carat) for… More

Carbon-Carbon components, initially developed for the aerospace industry, have experienced minimal commercialization over the past decade due to cost constraints. C-C composites are excellent candidates for a wide variety of components such as automotive clutches, brakes, and liners, due to its… More

Nanoparticulates of may materials have been fabricated and characterized for over 10 years. Synthesis of ceramics, metals, intermetallics, and ceramic-metal composites can be found readily in the literature. Yet, most development effors to date have emphasized the formation of particulates and their… More

The application of high-temperature refractory materials such as rhenium, iridium and tungsten to liquid rocket engines holds substantial potential for improvement in the life of the components. Currently, Ir-Re rocket engines and thrusters are manufactured by chemical vapor deposition. Although… More

The objective of this Phase I is to develop a high quality, high speed, cost effective technique for polishing silicon carbide mirrors that are machined using single point diamond turning methods. The finished optic should have a more perfectly polished surface with uniform shape and thickness than… More

Nanosize, non-oxide ceramic powders such as silicon carbide and its composites, are desirable for use as components in high-power microelectronic devices and tubes, sensors, optical mirrors, filters, nozzles, panels and sheets in many energy related applications. The properties required for these… More

Arc heater segments fabricated from oxygen free high conductivity copper (OFHC) need an effective means of dissipating high heat flux loads from the inner bore while maintaining electrically non-conducting surfaces. Smooth, ultrahard coatings that have good thermal conductivity and little or no… More

The thrust to develop cleaner burning combusion systems with reduced levels of emissions (NOx and SOx) has led to a renewed interest in the exploration for the use of advanced materials in components such as pistons. Other driving forces are fuel economy, and NVH (noise vibration, and harshness).… More

Liquid rocket engine performance can be dramatically improved by increasing the wall temperatures for operation concurrent with a reduction in the component weight. The bipropellant fuel combustion temperatures are between 3000 "approx" 3500 C. The conventional thrusters and exit nozzles made of… More

SiC has exceptionally high thermal conductivity and low linear expansion coefficient to resist thermal distortion, high elastic modulus to resist pressure and bowing distortion. It is lightweight and wear resistant. It also has excellent corrosion resistance and outstanding load bearing… More

As electronic packaging densities increase, more heat is being generated per unit area. The reliability of electronic components is, therefore, increasingly dependent on the ability to transfer heat. Current chip performance is limited in keeping up with the increased power densities, 30% of which… More

Composite materials find increasing importance as structural materials for modern lightweight and low cost aircraft. Structures using composite materials essentially rely on the integrity of adhesive bonds for their structural stability. A major limitation in employing composites in critical… More

Nanocrystalline materials provide superior mechanical properties coupled with improved wear and corrosion resistance. researchers are demonstrating the ability to develop a number of nanocrystalline materials using pulsed reactive electrodes (pre-eitherin the form of a rod or wire or, in some cases,… More

The increasing need for materials to possess both environmental compatibility to include safe disposal prerequisites and self-lubricating capabilities that are non-toxic as well as adaptable to green manufacturing processes has led to the resurgence for the development of alternative alloys to… More

The use of a thermal barrier coating (TBC) can substantially increase the efficiency of gas turbine engines by allowing increased working temperature and/or reduction of cooling airflow. Current TBCs consist of a single ceramic layer, about 10% porous, appliled to the bond coated metallic… More

Aluminum nitride is as an ideal thermal management material since it has a very high thermal conductivity and its electrical resistivity is comparable to that of ceramic insulators. Aluminum nitride has thermal conductivity five times greater than alumina and has mechanical strength twice that of… More

Infrared transparent domes for missiles require a multi-mode system of electromagnetic guidance. In recent-years efforts have been concentrated on maximizing the resolution of such detector materials and provide sensor guidance systems between the W. visible and the mid IR ranges. With a higher… More

The present proposal describes the synthesis of nano TiB(2) and SiC powders and its consolidation into dense shapes suitable for use as lightweight armor. Particles in the size range of 10 nm to 300 nm will be synthesized by a plasma chemical synthesis (PCS) technique at Materials Modification, Inc.… More

Not Available One of the open research issues in the incorporation of battlefield stressors into CGF technology, involves the interaction of the external stressors with the personality characteristics of the individual war fighter. Further complicating this issue is the fact that the personality… More

Not Available This proposal responds to the stated goals of AF SBIR topic 99-116 entitled Mixed Resolution Modeling and Simulation for JWARS by proposing a generic approach for preserving the stochastic fidelity between simulation models having different resolutions. We have been working on… More

Global competition coupled with the fast changing moods of the customer base has led commercial automotive manufacturers to increase the speed at which they can change and bring new attractive products to market. All of these products face long termcorrosion warranties and this information is… More

'Airplane manufacturers are using advanced materials for fire prevention, and suppression of potential in-flight fires, but they are still not good enough to meet emergency situations that arise.' At a time of record growth in the airline industry more and more aircraft are added to airline fleets… More

Recent applications of transparent conducting oxides (TCO) include the advent of large flat screen high definition televisions (HDTVs), higher resolution screens on portable computers, low emissivity (

This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I Project, proposes to synthesize and consolidate nanocrystalline powders of yttrium aluminum garnet (YAG) for optical window applications. Optical window materials must meet extreme service requirements because they control the beam effectiveness… More

This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I project plans to develop a novel technology for polymer encapsulation of nanopowders. Nanoparticles, because of their unique properties and advantages, are fast gaining acceptance by all sectors of the industry. Currently, the use of… More

This Small Business Innovation (SBIR) Phase I Project proposes to produce soft magnetic Fe-Co nanocomposites with end applications in EMI suppression, motors, generators, magnetic bearings, magnetic recording heads and many advanced electric systems. High performance electronic color image display… More

"Free-form optics such as mirrors for surveillance, UV lenses for lithography, X-ray mirrors for X-ray lithography, conformal optics (spherical and aspherical), laser rods and windows are some of the important defense and commercial applications of opticmaterials. The demand on optical performance… More

"Thermoelectric devices have a wide variety of applications in many different fields: solid state thermoelectric refrigerators are used to cool high power integrated circuits, superconducting devices, and infrared detectors, while thermoelectric powerconverters are utilized in waste heat energy… More

"The far-UV radiations of the electromagnetic spectrum show enormous promise for a variety of applications ranging from extra terrestrial missile sensors to next-generation lithography. However, this region has not been utilized to any great extent so far,due to the absence of window materials that… More

"Vibration control techniques for on-board components are very essential during high attitude, weight shift and acceleration in a spacecraft. Conventional mechanisms of damping such as hydraulic dampers and springs do not exhibit such high-speed responsesrequired by these applications. The other… More

This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I Project proposes a highly innovative technique for using nanomaterials of high strength in fabrication of microgears with end applications in medical instrumentation. The demand for precision instruments required for medical diagnosis and… More

This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I project aims at developing a novel low-cost method for the preparation of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNT) for Field Emission Displays (FED) applications. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are characterized by high aspect ratio and small radius of… More

"The Phase 1 SBIR project aims at developing novel approaches for controlling the so-called "non-compressible hemorrhage." The approach would involve formulating a biocompatible magnetic fluid, which would undergo a reversible liquid-solid transition at thesite of injury and seal off the broken… More

"Yttrium-aluminum garnet (YAG) single crystal fibers, 50 micron in diameter, of 100% Y3Al5O12 (YAG) composition, having either [111] or [001] orientations along the axis the fibers, will be fabricated utilizing a novel, versatile approach based on theTemplated Grain Growth of Seeded Nanoparticles… More

This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II project will focus on developing polymer coated superparamagnetic nanobeads for isolation of biomolecules; namely cells and nucleic acids. The superparamagnetic nature along with the "nano" size of the particles offers low remnant magnetism,… More

This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II project will focus on developing polymer coated superparamagnetic nanobeads for isolation of biomolecules; namely cells and nucleic acids. The superparamagnetic nature along with the "nano" size of the particles offers low remnant magnetism,… More

"Missile Defense Weapons currently under development (THAAD, NMD, Standard Missile 3, or SM3) employ a hit-to-kill strategy to destroy enemy missiles at all stages of their trajectories. To achieve precise and repeatable divert thrust for the kill vehicle.Corrosion-resistant propulsion materials… More

"After September 11, 2001, Missile Defense has taken on a significantly higher national priority for the protection of the US homeland and territories of allies, as well as other important national assets. Missiles currently in development such as theTHAAD, NMD, Standard Missile 3, or SM3, are… More

Loss of Line of Sight (LOS) due to low and high frequency vibrations in fast maneuvering THAAD missiles can result in catastrophic mission failure. The ability to hit a Re-Entry Vehicle (RV) carrying a nuclear/biological/chemical warhead either in themid-course of the terminal phase, is directly… More

To comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency¿s (EPA) directive of 10 ppb levels for arsenic in drinking water, there is an urgent need to develop new, simple, and effective treatment systems that can be qualified as best available technologies (BAT) to remove this toxic substance from… More

Carbon nanotubes (CNT) are considered suitable for use in components for high-strength structural composites used in spacecrafts. However, structurally similar boron nitride (BN) nanotubes that promise both mechanical and electronic superiority over CNTs have not been studied in great detail so far… More

Catalytic decomposition of highly concentrated High Test Peroxide (HTP) has hitherto been used in rocket propellant applications. This method suffers from drawbacks such as poisoning of catalyst due to the incorporation of stabilizers and inhibitors inthe highly explosive HTP and high cost that… More

This Small Business Innovation Research Phase II project focuses on developing nanocrystalline soft ferromagnetic materials for various end use applications such as Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) suppression, magnetic bearings and inductors. Phase I clearly established the feasibility of… More

This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I Project will synthesize and consolidate a smart composite material, copper-zirconium tungstate, with high thermal conductivity (>240 W/m.K) and low thermal expansion (< 5 x 10-6/K) for thermal management applications. As packaging densities and… More

This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I project will synthesize and coat doped Zinc Oxide (ZnO) as a transparent and conducting thin film on a polymer substrate for flexible flat panel display applications. The objective is to find a low-cost alternative to widely use Indium tin… More

This Small Business Innovation Research Phase II project focuses on developing nanocrystalline soft ferromagnetic materials for various end use applications such as Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) suppression, magnetic bearings and inductors. Phase I clearly established the feasibility of… More

This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I project will develop ordered arrays of surfactant-coated magnetic nanoparticles for application in Radio Frequency (RF) and spintronic devices. The advent of tools to fabricate 2-D arrays of nanoparticles has led to concerted efforts in the… More

Fiber-optic technology is finding increasing importance in a wide range of applications within the navy, such as in structural health monitoring of warships, high-resolution image transmission, guided weapons, gyros and optical motherboards for computers.Optical fibers are typically enclosed in a… More

V-22 Osprey is a dual mode aircraft with tiltrotor capabilities for transition between hover and cruise mode operation. During the transition between modes, the aerodynamics of V-22 varies continuously. Various researchers are currently utilizing the shapememory behavior of SMAs to reconfigure the… More

Neodymium-doped Yttrium Aluminum Garnet (Nd-YAG) is being increasingly used for laser applications both within the realm of National Defense Organizations and civilian technologies. Currently only single crystals of this material are used which aredifficult to prepare and do not fully meet the… More

This Small Business Innovation Research Phase 1 project by Materials Modification Inc aims at fabricating lightweight and broadband EMI suppression materials utilizing magnetic inclusions in a polymer matrix. By varying the type and volume fraction ofmagnetic particles, the shielding frequency can… More

This Phase II project proposes to continue development of unique advanced thermal management composites (Graphite/Cu, Mo/Cu) for the microelectronics industry based on our very encouraging Phase 1 results. Current industry practice is based on mixing of metal particles (W and Cu or Mo and Cu),… More

The Phase II SBIR project aims at developing novel approaches for controlling the so-called "non-compressible hemorrhage." The approach would involve formulating a biocompatible magnetic fluid, which would undergo a reversible liquid-solid transition at the site of injury and seal off the broken… More

Neodymium-doped Yttrium Aluminum Garnet (Nd-YAG) crystals are currently being used in lasers for defense and civilian applications. Single crystals are expensive and limited to a few inches in diameter and also do not fully meet the extreme service requirements in many critical applications.… More

A. Ozone is the most important air pollutant in terms of damage to crops. B. Real-time monitoring of the ozone level in the atmosphere will be useful for preventing crop losses. A. This project is aimed to develop a reliable, accurate, precise and real-time ozone sensor. B. The sensor will be able… More

Next generation missiles require multi-mode seekers that combine both infrared and millimeter wave capabilities to improve standoff distances and allow for accurate target recognition. Materials used to fabricate domes for such seekers suffer from drawbacks such as high dielectric constant and/or… More

76088-The currently-used transparent conducting oxide electrode for OLED construction is very expensive. It is desired not only to lower the electrode material cost, but also to lower its electrical resistivity and increase its optical transmissiveness. In order to improve the cost and efficiency… More

The use of cryogenic propellants in next-generation launch vehicles and rockets relies to a great extent on the availability of rugged, high accuracy (0.2%), fast response sensors to measure the temperature, flow and fluid levels under high pressure and high flow-rate conditions. Current cryogenic… More

The key to achieving high-power solar arrays for NASA applications is the development of high-efficiency, thin-film solar cells that can be fabricated directly on flexible, lightweight, polymer/plastic substrates. Current thin-film cell fabrication approaches are limited by either the ultimate… More

76088S The currently-used transparent conducting oxide electrode for OLED construction is very expensive. It is desired not only to lower the electrode material cost, but also to lower its electrical resistivity and increase its optical transmissiveness. In order to improve the cost and… More

NASA's Advanced Extravehicular Activity (EVA) program requires the need for materials that can protect astronauts and spacecrafts from ionizing radiations such as low and high energy X-rays. Currently, lead and lead-based material are used to fabricate shields not only for X-rays but for other… More

Divert and Attitude control systems for the Theater High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Kill Vehicle (KV) needs improvement with respect to performance and cost. The KV currently uses niobium nozzles and niobium silicides as the oxidation resistant coating. Materials Modification Inc (MMI) proposes… More

One of the most significant challenges in exploration of extraterrestrial planets such as Mars is the availability of efficient and reliable sources of fuel and energy that can be generated from resources available in situ. In Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) of Martian materials to produce power… More

The operating temperature and efficiency of turbine engines is limited by the thermal properties of the coatings that are used to protect the underlying superalloys. Additionally, surface deposits that penetrate through the thermal barrier coating (TBC) system cause hot corrosion and premature… More

NASA's programs to send manned and unmanned missions to Moon, Mars and the planets beyond will require structural materials that can protect the crew and the spacecraft from Galactic Cosmic Rays (GCR), Solar Energy Particles (SEP) and micrometeroid impact. In this Phase I effort, MMI proposes to… More

This Small Business Innovation Research Phase I project is aimed at developing a novel pervaporation membrane for the separation of water during esterification reaction to improve yields of lactate esters. Ethyl lactate is used in large volume and is produced from fermentation of renewable… More

Divert and Attitude Control System (DACS) for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Kill Vehicle (KV) demands improvement with respect to performance and cost, with its anticipated evolution towards exo-atmospheric altitudes and larger footprint. The KV DACS currently uses C-103 nozzle… More

The satellites used to detect and report nuclear activities on earth require the fabrication of novel structural materials that are light and radiation resistant. This project will develop a Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP) composite that combines desirable properties ¿ such as thermal robustness,… More

Satellites with payloads to monitor nuclear explosions are under constant threat from both external (e.g., space radiation) and internal (e.g., heat build-up and thermal/electrical management) sources. Not only must payloads be protected from these threats, but their lifetime in space must be… More

Unregulated dioxin-like polybrominated diphenyl ether - PBDE, in particular PentaBDE commonly used as a fire retardants in furniture foam and plastic consumer goods are spreading rapidly in the environment with levels in the human system doubling every 5 years. While many European countries have… More

Development of a stable anode material that operates on fossil fuels is a fundamental technical target for the next generation of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs). The conventional Ni/YSZ composite anode show good performance with pure H2 as fuel. However, this anode has a low tolerance to fossil… More

Tungsten is a primary candidate material for the plasma facing materials in the plasma diverters of magnetic fusion devices. This project will develop a tungsten plate with extremely fine grain size, so as to produce a diverter structure with improved mechanical durability (e.g., crack resistance).… More

The need to maintain stable temperatures, or to change temperature in response to changing situations, is an almost universal requirement in engineered systems. This project will develop a working thermoelectric module that will provide a complete thermal management system for various sensors and… More

Hydrogen has been widely considered as a clean and renewable energy alternative to coal, natural gas, and other fossil fuels. A potential method for the large-scale production of hydrogen involves the photoelectrochemical splitting of water, using solar energy. Research during the last two decades… More

As manned-space exploration missions are pursued further beyond low-Earth orbit, such as to the Moon or Mars, crewmembers must be supplied with good quality food to provide a complete diet over a period of three years or more. Current food-packaging materials result in major solid-waste management… More

Hybrid photovoltaic cells that combine nanostructured inorganic semiconductors with organic conductors such as the cell proposed, show promise for energy generation in technical applications due to the higher efficiencies and significantly lower costs resulting from cheaper materials and easier… More

In this Phase I, Materials Modification Inc. will develop a novel breathable membrane liner for use as protection against chemical warfare agents, toxic industrial chemicals, and toxic industrial materials. Traditional protective suit materials such as butyl rubber do not allow permeation of water… More

The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I project will involve the development of decontamination wipes for chemical warfare agents. The company proposes to develop a nano-adsorbent impregnated cellulosic fiber which will not only physically remove the offending gas/vapor, but also… More

Materials Modification, Inc. proposes the development of novel ceramic compositions for thermal barrier coatings on turbines. Phase I demonstrated the successful development of these coating compositions. These compositions offer both higher temperature survivability and sulfur corrosion resistance… More

Tungsten is a primary candidate material for the plasma facing materials for plasma diverting. This research will lead to the development of tungsten plate with extremely fine grain size so as to produce a divertor structure with improved mechanical durability (e. g., crack resistance).… More

Radiation shielding is an enabling technology required for extended manned missions to the Moon, Mars and the planets beyond. Multifunctional structural must protect crew in a spacecraft, crew exploration vehicle, landers, rover, or habitat from Galactic Cosmic Rays (GCR), Solar Energy Particles… More

A flexible body armor design is proposed and it will be fabricated and evaluated for its conformance to a soldier's body movements and for its ballistic efficacy. Shoot packs will be fitted with flexible SAPI plates that will not exceed 8 psf which will then be tested at their most vulnerable… More

A "dirty bomb" is a "radiological dispersal device" (RDD) that combines a conventional explosive with radioactive material. Protection from radiation emitted by a RDD will require shielding for first-responders and military personnel who must walk into an environment recently exposed to such… More

A rechargeable magnesium battery would be a promising candidate for high-energy-density generation due to the natural abundance of magnesium compared to lithium, the relatively low price of its raw materials, and the higher safety of metallic magnesium compared to lithium. The only deterrent to the… More

Biodiesel is an eco-friendly, alternative biofuel that can be obtained from domestic renewable resources such as vegetable oils and animal fats. In addition, certain forms of algae have recently been found to be promising sources of oil from which biodiesel can be synthesized. These algae require… More

This STTR Phase I project will develop a novel toxic material storage bag with an inner liner capable of decontaminating chemical and biological warfare agents (CBWA's).. The inner-liner technology would entail adsorption and decomposition of warfare agents without the release of toxic agents, and… More

When solar energy is used in aerospace applications, the necessary shadowed parts of the spatial orbit require energy storage for the craft/equipment to continue in operation. Batteries are used for the purpose currently, but with increasing power requirements, more efficient charge storage devices… More

Components of lunar habitat and crew modules in the lunar vehicle are constantly exposed to hazardous space conditions, such as ionizing radiation, electromagnetic interference, orbital debris, and solar flares. The safe functioning of crew and instruments and survivability require effective… More

The proliferation of nuclear weapons has increased the possibility of their availability to terrorist organizations. This poses a serious threat to both military and civilian populations. An RDD attack could result in high casualties, if the explosion occurs in a battlefield, office building,… More

The E-SAPI specification describes the protection level of a soldier's body armor in response to an AP, M2 round. Presently this is addressed largely through the use of boron carbide plate inserts for an outer tactical vest. A unique materials architecture is proposed with the possibility of… More

Aluminum based metal matrix composites are particularly attractive in aviation and aerospace applications because of their exceptional strength and stiffness-to-density ratios and superior physical properties. A vast range of composites have been fabricated with reinforcements such as glass,… More

The goal of this Phase I, is to develop and conduct a feasibility demonstration of a reactive material based projectile on a laboratory scale. The overall system will be able to produce a significant energy release by combining the release of chemical energy as well as the kinetic energy of the… More

The goal of this Phase I, is to develop and conduct a feasibility demonstration of a novel low density 6500 meter man-rated syntactic foam on a laboratory scale. The overall system will be able to produce a low density (30+2/-1 pcf) that is capable of use on a 6500 meter operational depth Human… More

The drive towards lighter weight was brought on by the need to provide military personnel with protection that is less taxing on their bodies and at the same time allowing for better maneuverability and a greater degree of comfort. Rigidity of the armor remains a deterrent for mobility or for… More

The increasing need for ground combat forces in diverse theaters of operation and their need to move quickly in difficult terrain has created the requirement for a light weight armor system. Such systems allow for dexterity, ability to bend into distorted positions and allow for combat personnel to… More

Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is an additive manufacturing technology that allows fabrication of complex three-dimensional geometries layer-by-layer. The goal of the present proposal is to extend FDM technology to create new polymer matrix composites (PMCs) comprising of polymers and inorganic… More

Lightweight, steady and stiff mirrors are necessary to decrease cost of telescopes such as IXO and GenX used in special NASA missions. Low-density materials are ideal for use as mirrors in such applications. Beryllium has been traditionally considered ideal for lightweight mirrors requiring high… More

Dimethyl carbonate (DMC) is a promising electrolyte solvent for lithium battery applications due to its inherent safety and robustness. Despite the enormous promise of its industrial use, this chemical is currently entirely imported from China. Indigenous manufacture of DMC will… More

Reducing CO2 emissions from flue gas has become an increasingly important concern as large emissions have resulted in global climate change and a significant increase in global warming commonly known as the greenhouse effect. The state-of-the-art amine absorption process for CO2 removal has several… More

In this Phase I, MMI will explore a novel anti-ice coating formulation for aircraft structures. MMI will demonstrate the use of a nanoparticle polymer composite system modified with inorganic materials that would prevent ice accumulation and accretion on various substrates e.g. aluminum, steel,… More

Ammonium Dinitramide (ADN) is a potential eco-friendly alternative to more toxic oxidizer ammonium perchlorate (AP) in solid rocket propellants. It is dense, chlorine-free and powerful oxidizer. However, it has a low melting point and highly hygroscopic in nature. It is also incompatible with common… More

In this Phase II effort, MMI will develop and scale up their novel anti-ice coating formulation for aircraft structures based on the success shown in the Phase I effort. MMI will demonstrate the use of a polymer composite coating system modified with nano-fillers that would prevent ice accumulation… More