High Operating Temperature Dynamic Range MWIR Infrared Imagers

The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Air Force, is seeking proposals for the development of high operating temperature (HOT), large-dynamic range mid-wave infrared (MWIR) focal plane arrays for imaging, under the SBIR program. The objective is to design, fabricate, and demonstrate high-performance MWIR detectors that can operate at room temperature and integrate with commercial readout integrated circuits (ROICs). This technology is crucial for applications such as target identification, reconnaissance, and surveillance, addressing the limitations of current infrared detector technologies. The solicitation, numbered AF251-D002, is set to open on January 8, 2025, with proposals due by February 5, 2025. Interested parties can find more information and submit proposals through the official SBIR website at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.