Thermoplastic Composite Panel Repair & Restoration (TCP R&R)

The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Air Force, is seeking innovative solutions through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program for the development of Thermoplastic Composite Panel Repair & Restoration (TCP R&R) technologies. The primary objective is to explore the types of damage that thermoplastic composites (TPCs) can incur and to design effective repair methods that leverage their unique properties, such as recyclability and reformability, to restore panels to their original strength. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the manufacturing and maintenance processes of aerospace structures, particularly for high-rate, low-cost applications in advanced air mobility and combat aircraft. Interested parties should note that the solicitation will be released on May 7, 2025, with an open date of May 28, 2025, and a closing date for applications set for June 25, 2025. For more information, please visit the official SBIR website at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.