Novel Computing for Streaming Radio Frequency in Low Size, Weight and Power Environments
STTR Opportunity Analysis
The U.S. Navy, through the DON26TZ01-NV007 STTR topic, is seeking a novel low size, weight, and power RF computing sensor for streaming radio frequency processing at the tactical edge. The work centers on a compact computational engine that can ingest and process more than 2 GHz of instantaneous RF bandwidth continuously and support detection, data product formation, and eventual classification and localization of emissions for small unmanned platforms and buoys. The prototype is expected to stay under 1.5 pounds and 100 watts, with the engine itself described as less than 1 pound and 3 mm on either side, while also meeting data-at-rest encryption, zeroization, non-volatility, networking, and shipboard environmental qualification requirements. Phase I calls for a detailed schedule and technical approach, with software modules and breadboard designs if the option is exercised, and Phase II adds development, security, EQT, lab testing, and at-sea integration planning, with work in later phases likely to become classified. Applications are due June 3, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. UTC.