Naval Shipboard Embedded Battery Containment System
ID: N241-063Type: BOTH
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Topic

Naval Shipboard Embedded Battery Containment System

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: NAVY

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH

Topic Link

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/

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https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Navy, is seeking innovative solutions for a Naval Shipboard Embedded Battery Containment System through the SBIR program. The objective is to develop robust containment structures for high-density lithium batteries that can withstand various hazards, including shock, vibration, and fire, while maintaining a compact design that does not exceed 10% additional volume. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the safety and efficiency of energy storage systems on naval vessels, with potential dual-use applications in commercial marine sectors. Interested parties should note that the solicitation is currently closed, with the next opportunity opening on January 3, 2024, and applications due by February 21, 2024. For more details, visit the official source link at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.

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