Creating Hardened and Durable Fusion First Wall Incorporating Centralized Knowledge (CHADWICK)
ID: 351784Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Advanced Research Projects Agency Energy (DOE-ARPAE)

Award Range

$1M - $7M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Procurement Contract

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351784

Additional Information

https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov
Timeline
    Description

    The Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E) is offering a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) titled "Creating Hardened and Durable Fusion First Wall Incorporating Centralized Knowledge (CHADWICK)" to support research in developing innovative materials for fusion power plants. The program aims to discover first-wall materials that can withstand extreme conditions over a 40-year lifespan, focusing on improving resistance to irradiation-induced embrittlement and swelling while maintaining thermal conductivity and minimizing neutron activation. This initiative is crucial for advancing energy technology and enhancing the commercial viability of nuclear fusion. Approximately $30 million is available for grants, with individual awards ranging from $1 million to $7 million. Concept paper submissions are due by February 13, 2024, and full applications must be submitted by May 21, 2024. For more information, applicants can visit the ARPA-E eXCHANGE website or contact ARPA-E CO at arpa-e-co@hq.doe.gov.

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    arpa-e-co@hq.doe.gov
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    CHADWICK CP FOA.pdf
    CHADWICK.pdf
    The Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E) has issued a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) titled "Creating Hardened and Durable Fusion First Wall Incorporating Centralized Knowledge (CHADWICK)" to fund research aimed at developing innovative materials for fusion power plants. The FOA, No. DE-FOA-0003240, aims to support the discovery of first-wall materials that can endure harsh environments with specific performance metrics over a 40-year lifespan. Approximately $30 million is available for grants, with expected award amounts between $1 million and $7 million. Key objectives include improving resistance to irradiation-induced embrittlement and swelling while maintaining thermal conductivity and minimizing neutron activation. The program comprises three technical categories: (A) Plasma-Facing Component Materials, (B) Structural Materials, and (C) Capability Teams for supporting analysis and communication. The deadline for concept paper submissions is February 13, 2024, with full applications due in May 2024. ARPA-E encourages collaboration among materials scientists and engineers to innovate new material chemistries and manufacturing processes to enhance the commercial viability of nuclear fusion. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to advancing energy technology and reducing environmental impacts through transformative research.
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