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Boston Fusion Corp. (BFC) and Raytheon Missiles & Defense (RMD) propose C-THRU (Clutter-Target Hybrid Radar Un obscuration), a real-time algorithmic pipeline and supporting software infrastructure that declutters radar returns (data-cubes) to identify objects in complex radar environments. This C-THRU technology leverages our existing Space Time Adaptive Processing in Neural-Networks (STAPiNN) tec ...

Electrochemical Machining (ECM) is a micromachining technique best suited for processing hard-to-machine materials such as tungsten and nickel alloys. ECM is a technique of choice for manufacturing of compact and highly efficient heat exchangers, bladed disks, and many other components of aerospace engines. However, deployment of ECM techniques for advanced microfabrication is limited by the probl ...

The micro- and opto-electronic components, such as electro-optic/infrared (EO/IR) sensors, can be damaged due to exposure to the harsh radiation environment of space. Computational predictions of radiation-induced damage to the materials that give these components their functionality show promise in helping to determine how to harden these devices. In the proposed work, we will investigate how to ...

Government desires solid propulsion systems with greater impulse and thrust for future systems. Increasing solid propellant burn temperatures may achieve this goal but also creates thermal challenges for materials for high temperature flow locations such as pintle valves. The combination of high temperature performance, low thermal conductivity, and high tensile strength significantly limits the s ...

Physical Sciences Inc. proposes to develop safe Insensitive Munition (IM) Compliant, high performance solid rocket propellants for advanced interceptor capabilities with significantly increased delta-v. PSI’s innovative propellant formulations capitalize on novel ingredient technologies that provide an increase in specific impulse (Isp) relative to state-of-the-art aluminized Hydroxyl-Terminated ...

OptiCOMP is developing a non-abrasive wafering technique that will reduce the cost of manufacturing wide bandgap semiconductor silicon carbide (SiC) and diamond substrates by a factor of two. These materials are very expensive. A 6” diameter SiC wafer costs a thousand dollars. Currently wafers are cut from boule using wire saws. These are heavy and bulky machines that cost up to a million dollar ...

Spectral Sciences in collaboration with Busek, Corvid Technologies, and Control Vision, Inc. proposes a MAss Spectral Sensor for Post-Intercept Assessment (MASSPIA). Phase I involves development and demonstration of the concept using state-of-the-art post-intercept debris cloud modeling tools, and a preliminary design of the mass spectral sensor. Approved for Public Release | 22-MDA-11215 (27 Jul ...

Triton proposes additive manufacturing (AM) of warheads with advanced fragmentation materials. In the Phase I of this program, Triton will carry out preliminary warhead design optimization that accounts for the novel materials, material combinations, and geometries achievable with our process. Approved for Public Release | 22-MDA-11215 (27 Jul 22)

Physical Sciences Inc. (PSI) proposes to develop high-energy perovskites as an oxidizer replacement for ammonium perchlorate (AP). The proposed perovskite materials provide energetic properties on par with or better than ammonium perchlorate, creating propellants with increased specific impulse (Isp) while significantly decreasing ingredient production costs. In Phase I, PSI will synthesize high-e ...

Physical Sciences Inc. and Purdue University propose to develop a high performance stealth solid rocket propellant (SSRP) with significantly reduced infrared (IR) plume signature. The SSRP provides a 12% increase in Isp, and equivalent ρIsp, relative to state-of-the-art aluminized hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) ammonium perchlorate (AP) composite propellants. The innovative chemistries, ...