Complex Geometries for Extended Wear Respirators Towards Regenerable Particulate Matter Protection
ID: CBD254-005Type: BOTH
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Complex Geometries for Extended Wear Respirators Towards Regenerable Particulate Matter Protection

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Agency: DODBranch: CBD

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Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH
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    The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking innovative solutions through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended-wear respirators in military environments. The objective is to create a regenerable filtration system that can be easily manufactured at the point of need, attach to existing respirators (such as the M50 and commercial half-masks), and effectively trap aerosols while minimizing breathing resistance and clogging during high aerobic activity. This initiative addresses the significant health risks posed by high levels of airborne particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) that military personnel face, particularly in operational environments. Interested parties should note that the solicitation is currently in pre-release, with the open date set for January 7, 2026, and the application due date on January 28, 2026. For more information, visit the DOD SBIR website at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.

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    The CBD254-005 project seeks to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration system for respirators, designed for extended wear in military environments with high particulate matter (PM) levels. Current technologies cause discomfort, clog easily, are single-use, and may contain harmful PFAS materials. The objective is to create a regenerable impactor system that attaches to existing respirators, resists clogging, allows high flow with minimal breathing resistance, and can be manufactured at the point of need. Phase I focuses on demonstrating swatch-level filtration reducing PM10 and PM2.5 by over 95% for 12 hours with low breathing resistance. Phase II involves demonstrating regeneration over three cycles, maintaining capture efficiency and pressure drop, and increasing performance to over 99% reduction for 24 hours, culminating in a prototype particulate impactor system. Phase III aims for a NIOSH P100-compliant system with extreme performance, low breathing resistance, clog resistance, regenerability, comfortable fit, and easy serviceability, with a plan for commercialization and forward-deployed integration. Dual-use applications include industrial, agricultural, and healthcare sectors.
    The government is seeking to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended-wear respirators in military operational environments. This system aims to address issues with current technologies, such as discomfort from breathing resistance, clogging in high particulate matter (PM) levels, single-use limitations, and reliance on PFAS materials. The objective is a regenerable system that readily attaches to existing respirators, traps aerosols upon inhalation, and can be cleaned for reuse. It must allow high flow volumes with minimal breathing resistance, resist clogging, and be suitable for aerobic activity. Priority will be given to innovative, compact, lightweight, adaptable designs that can be manufactured in forward-deployed environments, are self-contained, regenerable, and have minimal power requirements. Phases I and II detail the development and testing requirements for filtration efficiency, pressure drop, clogging resistance, and regeneration capabilities. Phase III focuses on NIOSH P100 compliance, fit testing, user acceptability, and commercialization strategies, with dual-use applications in various industrial and healthcare sectors.
    The CBD254-005 solicitation seeks to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended-wear respirators in military environments. This system aims to reduce exposure to high levels of particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) during aerobic activity, addressing issues with current technologies like breathing resistance, clogging, single-use limitations, and the presence of PFAS materials. The objective is to create a regenerable system that can be manufactured at the point of need and attached to existing respirators, offering high flow volumes with minimal breathing resistance and resistance to clogging. Phase I focuses on demonstrating swatch-level filtration reducing PM by over 95% for 12 hours with low breathing resistance. Phase II involves testing regeneration over three cycles, achieving over 99% PM reduction, 24-hour clog resistance, and developing a prototype filter module. Phase III aims for NIOSH P100 compliance, focusing on fit, user comfort, serviceability, and commercialization, with dual-use applications in various industrial and healthcare sectors.
    The CBD254-005 project aims to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended-wear respirators in military environments. This system will attach to existing masks and be regenerable, addressing issues like high breathing resistance, clogging, and the logistical burden of single-use filters. It will also mitigate health risks from high particulate matter exposure. The technology will leverage additive manufacturing for complex geometries and point-of-need production. Phase I focuses on demonstrating swatch-level filtration efficiency against PM10 and PM2.5, ensuring low breathing resistance and clog resistance for 12 hours. Phase II will test regeneration capabilities over multiple cycles, aiming for higher capture efficiency and extended clog resistance (24 hours), culminating in a prototype particulate impactor system. Phase III will develop a NIOSH P100-compliant system, focusing on user fit, comfort, serviceability, and a commercialization strategy, with dual-use applications in various industrial and healthcare sectors.
    The CBD254-005 project aims to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended-wear respirators in military environments. This system will attach to existing masks, be regenerable, and withstand high particulate matter levels during aerobic activity, addressing issues like breathing resistance, clogging, and the logistics burden of single-use filters. The goal is to create a lightweight, adaptable, and self-contained solution with minimal power requirements, leveraging additive manufacturing for complex geometries. Phase I focuses on demonstrating swatch-level filtration reducing PM10 and PM2.5 by over 95% for 12 hours with low breathing resistance. Phase II will demonstrate regeneration over three cycles, maintain capture efficiency, increase clogging resistance to 24 hours, and adapt the design into a prototype. Phase III involves developing a NIOSH P100-compliant system with extreme performance, focusing on fit, comfort, user serviceability, and a commercialization plan for dual-use applications in industrial, healthcare, and other sectors.
    The CBD254-005 project seeks to develop a rugged, 3D printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended wear respirators in military operational environments. The objective is to mitigate health risks from high airborne particulate matter (PM) by creating a system that readily attaches to existing respirators, resists clogging, and can be regenerated after use. This innovation aims to overcome limitations of current single-use, high-breathing-resistance, and potentially PFAS-containing filtration technologies. Phase I focuses on demonstrating swatch-level filtration efficiency (95% reduction of PM10 and PM2.5) and low breathing resistance for 12 hours. Phase II will test regeneration capabilities over three cycles, aiming for 99% particulate reduction and 24-hour clog resistance, leading to a prototype. Phase III involves developing a NIOSH P100-compliant system with extreme performance, user acceptability testing, and a commercialization plan, with potential dual-use applications in various industrial and healthcare sectors.
    The CBD254-005 project aims to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended-wear respirators in military operational environments. This system will attach to existing respirators and be regenerable, addressing issues like high breathing resistance, clogging, and the logistical burden of single-use filters. It will also mitigate health risks from high particulate matter exposure. Phase I focuses on demonstrating swatch-level filtration technology with over 95% reduction of PM10 and PM2.5, low breathing resistance, and 12-hour clog resistance. Phase II will demonstrate regeneration over three cycles with minimal performance degradation, aiming for over 99% particulate reduction and 24-hour clog resistance, culminating in a prototype. Phase III involves developing a NIOSH P100-compliant system with extreme performance, user acceptability testing, and a commercialization plan, with potential dual-use applications in various industrial and healthcare sectors.
    The CBD254-005 project seeks to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended-wear respirators in military operational environments. The objective is to mitigate health risks associated with high particulate matter exposure by providing a solution that minimizes breathing resistance, resists clogging, and can be regenerated after use, addressing the limitations of current single-use and PFAS-containing filters. Phase I focuses on demonstrating swatch-level filtration efficiency against PM10 and PM2.5, ensuring low breathing resistance and clog resistance for 12 hours. Phase II advances to demonstrating regeneration capabilities over multiple cycles, improving capture efficiency, and increasing clog resistance to 24 hours, culminating in a prototype suitable for attachment to existing masks. Phase III aims for a NIOSH P100 compliant system with extreme performance, focusing on user fit, comfort, and commercialization pathways, with dual-use applications in various industrial and healthcare sectors.
    The CBD254-005 project seeks to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended-wear respirators in military settings. This system aims to address issues with current technologies, such as high breathing resistance, clogging, single-use limitations, and the presence of PFAS materials. The objective is to create a regenerable system that readily attaches to existing respirators, can be manufactured at the point of need, and effectively traps aerosols with minimal breathing resistance, even during aerobic activity. Phase I focuses on developing filtration technology swatches that significantly reduce PM10 and PM2.5 levels (over 95% reduction) with low breathing resistance and 12 hours of clog resistance. Phase II will demonstrate regeneration capabilities over three cycles, aiming for sustained capture efficiency and pressure drop, and will adapt the most promising design into a prototype impactor system for masks. Phase III will focus on developing a NIOSH P100 compliant system with extreme performance characteristics, user comfort, and a plan for commercialization and integration into forward-deployed efforts, with potential dual-use applications in various industrial and healthcare sectors.
    The CBD254-005 project seeks to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration system for respirators, designed for extended wear in military operational environments with high particulate matter (PM) levels. The system aims to mitigate cardiovascular and pulmonary disease risks associated with PM10 and PM2.5 exposure, addressing issues like breathing resistance, clogging, and the logistical burden of single-use filters. It must be regenerable, allowing for reuse after captured PM removal, and suitable for aerobic activity with minimal breathing resistance. Priority is given to innovative, compact, lightweight, and self-contained designs with low power requirements, adaptable to various respirators. Phase I focuses on demonstrating swatch-level filtration technology to reduce PM10 and PM2.5 by over 95% for 12 hours with low breathing resistance. Phase II involves demonstrating regeneration over three cycles with sustained capture efficiency and low-pressure drop, along with a prototype impactor system for mask attachment. Phase III aims for a NIOSH P100-compliant system with extreme performance, low breathing resistance, clog resistance, and regeneration, including fit testing, user acceptability surveys, and a commercialization plan, with dual-use applications in various industries.
    The CBD254-005 project seeks to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended-wear respirators in military settings. The system aims to mitigate health risks from high particulate matter (PM) exposure by providing a solution that readily attaches to existing masks, resists clogging, and can be regenerated after use. Current technologies are limited by discomfort, clogging, single-use designs, and the presence of PFAS materials. This effort prioritizes innovative designs that offer minimal size, weight, and power requirements, are adaptable to various respirators, and can be manufactured in forward-deployed environments. Phase I focuses on developing and demonstrating filtration swatches capable of significantly reducing PM10 and PM2.5 levels with low breathing resistance and resistance to clogging for 12 hours. Phase II will demonstrate the system's regeneration capabilities over multiple cycles, aiming for high capture efficiency and low pressure drop even at high flow rates, leading to a prototype impactor system. Phase III will focus on developing a NIOSH P100 compliant system with extreme performance, user acceptability, and a clear path to commercialization and integration into military operations, with dual-use applications in various commercial sectors.
    The CBD254-005 project aims to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended wear respirators in military operational environments. This system will attach to existing respirators, offer minimal breathing resistance, resist clogging, and be regenerable after use. The objective addresses health risks from high particulate matter exposure and the limitations of current single-use, PFAS-containing filtration technologies. Phase I focuses on demonstrating swatch-level filtration efficiency (95% reduction of PM10 and PM2.5) and low breathing resistance for 12 hours. Phase II will demonstrate regeneration over three cycles, increased capture efficiency (99% reduction, 24-hour clogging resistance), and prototype development for mask integration. Phase III seeks a NIOSH P100-compliant system with extreme performance, user acceptability, and a clear path to commercialization and forward-deployed integration, with potential dual-use applications in various commercial sectors.
    The CBD254-005 project seeks to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration system for extended-wear respirators in military operational environments. This system aims to mitigate cardiovascular and pulmonary disease risks caused by high particulate matter exposure, addressing issues with current technologies like discomfort, clogging, single-use limitations, and PFAS content. The objective is a regenerable impactor system capable of high flow volumes with minimal breathing resistance, resistant to clogging, and adaptable to various masks. Phase I focuses on demonstrating swatch-level filtration reducing PM10 and PM2.5 by over 95% with low breathing resistance and 12-hour clog resistance. Phase II requires demonstrating regeneration over three cycles, maintaining capture efficiency and pressure drop, with increased particulate reduction (99%) and 24-hour clog resistance, leading to a prototype. Phase III targets a NIOSH P100-compliant system with extreme performance, user comfort, and a commercialization plan for both military and civilian applications.
    The CBD254-005 project seeks to develop a rugged, 3D-printable, PFAS-free particulate filtration impactor system for extended-wear respirators in military environments. This system aims to overcome limitations of current technologies, such as high breathing resistance, clogging, single-use designs, and reliance on PFAS materials, which pose health and logistical burdens for warfighters exposed to high levels of particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5). The objective is to create a regenerable system that can be manufactured at the point of need, attach to existing respirators (e.g., M50, commercial half-masks, P100-style, balaclava masks), and effectively trap aerosols with minimal breathing resistance. The system should be resistant to clogging and enable high flow volumes during aerobic activity. Phase I focuses on developing and demonstrating a filtration swatch that significantly reduces PM10 and PM2.5 levels (over 95% reduction for solid and oil particulates) for 12 hours, with low breathing resistance. Phase II involves demonstrating regeneration capabilities over three cycles (maintaining capture efficiency and pressure drop), achieving over 99% particulate reduction for 24 hours, and developing a prototype filter module. Phase III aims for a NIOSH P100-compliant system with extreme performance, low breathing resistance, clog resistance, and regeneration. It will also involve fit testing, user acceptability surveys, and a commercialization plan, with potential dual-use applications in various industrial and healthcare sectors.
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