Additive Manufacturing for High-Density Materials
ID: A244-054Type: BOTH
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Topic

Additive Manufacturing for High-Density Materials

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: ARMY

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 Army, is inviting proposals for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program focused on "Additive Manufacturing for High-Density Materials." The objective is to develop techniques or technologies that can replicate at least 90% of the shear properties of Depleted Uranium (DU) using modern additive manufacturing methods with high-density materials, defined as having a density of 18g/cm³ or higher. This initiative is crucial due to the limited supply and controversy surrounding DU, necessitating the exploration of viable alternatives for military applications. Proposals for Phase I are due by September 4, 2024, with funding available up to $250,000 for a six-month performance period. For more details, interested parties can visit the official solicitation page at DOD SBIR/STTR.

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