Commercial Digital Camera Environmental Protection

Award Information

Agency: Department of Defense	Branch: Navy	Award ID: 36573	Program Year/Program: 1997 / SBIR
Agency Tracking Number: 36573	Solicitation Year: N/A	Solicitation Topic Code: N/A	Solicitation Number: N/A

Small Business Information: Texas Research Institute Austin, Inc.
9063 Bee Caves Road Austin, TX -
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Woman-Owned: No

Minority-Owned: No

HUBZone-Owned: No

Phase 1: Fiscal Year: 1997

Title: Commercial Digital Camera Environmental Protection

Agency / Branch: DOD / NAVY

Contract: N/A

Award Amount: $69,960.00

Abstract:
Digital cameras offer extraordinary advantages in reconnaissance applications. They provide critical real time imaging capabilities not available with film; images can be transmitted electronically with no time delay. Unfortunately, commercially available digital cameras cannot withstand the conditions encountered by a Marine Expeditionary Force Reconnaissance Team (MEFRT). A protective housing is needed to shield the camera from harsh environmental and physical challenges. Texas Research Institute Austin, Inc. (TRI/Austin) will develop advanced structural polyurethane formulations that will be used in the design of a rugged, waterproof, saltwater resistant, shock resistant, camera housing. A prototype housing that allows control of all camera functions will be prepared, including component drawings, a parts list, and assembly and operating instructions. A final report will be prepared, and the prototype digital camera housing will be delivered to the sponsor.

Principal Investigator:
Dr. Michael Dingus/mr. Jo
5122632101

Business Contact:

Small Business Information at Submission:

Texas Research Institute
9063 Bee Caves Road Austin, TX 78733

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DUNS: N/A

Number of Employees:

Woman-Owned: No

Minority-Owned: No

HUBZone-Owned: No