Near-Real Time RF Propagation Measurement System
ID: 1Type: BOTH
Overview

Topic

Near-Real Time RF Propagation Measurement System

Agency

Department of CommerceNational Institute of Standards and Technology

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTHYear: 2024

Topic Link

https://www.sbir.gov/node/2609717

Additional Information

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353574
Timeline
  1. 1
    Release Apr 16, 2024 12:00 AM
  2. 2
    Open Apr 16, 2024 12:00 AM
  3. 3
    Next Submission Due Jun 14, 2024 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Close Jun 14, 2024 12:00 AM
Description

The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology, is seeking proposals for the FY2024 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program for CHIPS for America – CHIPS Metrology. The specific topic of the solicitation is the "Near-Real Time RF Propagation Measurement System".

This solicitation is open to both Phase I and Phase II proposals. The project duration is not specified in the document. The funding specifics and performance goals are not provided in the document.

The technology being solicited is a Near-Real Time RF Propagation Measurement System. This system aims to measure and analyze radio frequency (RF) propagation in real-time, allowing for improved understanding and optimization of wireless communication networks. The system has potential applications in various fields, including telecommunications, wireless network planning, and optimization.

For more information and to submit proposals, interested parties can visit the SBIR topic link provided: SBIR Topic Link. The solicitation notice can be found on the grants.gov website: Solicitation Agency URL. The open date for submissions is April 16, 2024, and the closing date is June 14, 2024.

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