Fast Charge Silicon Anode Lithium-Ion Cells for Small UAS Systems
ID: A24B-T006Type: BOTH
Overview

Topic

Fast Charge Silicon Anode Lithium-Ion Cells for Small UAS Systems

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: ARMY

Program

Type: STTRPhase: BOTH

Topic Link

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

Additional Information

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/
Timeline
  1. 1
    Release Apr 17, 2024, 8:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Open May 15, 2024, 8:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Submission Due Jun 12, 2024, 12:00 PM UTC
  4. 4
    Close Jun 12, 2024, 12:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, is seeking innovative solutions for the development of fast charge silicon anode lithium-ion cells aimed at enhancing small unmanned air systems (sUAS). The objective is to create cells that can be charged in less than six minutes while achieving a specific energy greater than 200 Wh/kg, addressing current limitations in battery logistics and operational efficiency. This technology is crucial for military applications, as it promises to reduce the logistical burden on soldiers by enabling rapid energy sharing and minimizing the need for battery swaps in the field. Interested parties should note that the solicitation is currently closed, with the next opportunity expected to open on May 15, 2024, and applications due by June 12, 2024. For further details, please refer to the official source link: DOD SBIR/STTR.

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