Smart Electronic System Visualization to Support Depot Sustainment of USAF Systems
ID: AF252-D021Type: BOTH
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Topic

Smart Electronic System Visualization to Support Depot Sustainment of USAF Systems

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: USAF

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH

Topic Link

https://www.sbir.gov/topics/11915

Additional Information

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/solicitation-documents/active-solicitations
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Air Force (USAF), is seeking innovative solutions through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program to develop a Smart Electronic System Visualization tool aimed at enhancing depot sustainment of USAF systems. The primary objective is to create an electrical system digital twin that enables immediate circuit rendering, facilitating dynamic navigation, inspection, documentation, and debugging of electrical systems. This technology is crucial for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of electronic maintenance operations, allowing for real-time data visualization and interaction with complex schematics. Interested parties should note that the opportunity is open for submissions until May 21, 2025, with further details available at the provided source link: https://www.sbir.gov/topics/11915.

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