Rotor High Speed Imaging System
ID: AF242-0007Type: BOTH
Overview

Topic

Rotor High Speed Imaging System

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: USAF

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH

Topic Link

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

Additional Information

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

    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Air Force, is seeking innovative solutions for the development of a Rotor High Speed Imaging System under the SBIR program. The objective is to create a synchronized high-speed imaging system that allows for real-time visualization of rotor hub instrumentation while the rotor is spinning, thereby reducing lost test time due to undetected wiring issues. This technology is crucial for enhancing health monitoring capabilities during rotorcraft testing at the National Full-Scale Aerodynamics Complex (NFAC), with potential applications extending to other testing environments. Interested parties should note that the solicitation is currently closed, with the application due date having been June 12, 2024, and further details can be found at the provided source link.

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