Handheld Kinetic Defeat of UAS
ID: SOCOM244-004Type: BOTH
Overview

Topic

Handheld Kinetic Defeat of UAS

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: SOCOM

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH

Topic Link

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

Additional Information

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

    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Special Operations Command (SOCOM), is seeking proposals for a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) project titled "Handheld Kinetic Defeat of UAS." The objective of this initiative is to conduct a feasibility study to develop a handheld capability that can kinetically defeat Unmanned/Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), focusing on low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) solutions that can effectively target Group 1-3 UAS as defined by the DoD. This capability is crucial for enhancing military operations where defense against UAS is necessary. Proposals for Phase I are due by March 5, 2024, and interested parties can find more information and submit their applications through the official SBIR website at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.

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