Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomy for Improved Operations and Modernization of Navy Shipyards
ID: N233-118Type: BOTH
Overview

Topic

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomy for Improved Operations and Modernization of Navy Shipyards

Agency

Department of DefenseN/A

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTHYear: 2023

Topic Link

https://www.sbir.gov/node/2448053

Additional Information

https://www.defensesbirsttr.mil/
Timeline
  1. 1
    Release Aug 23, 2023 12:00 AM
  2. 2
    Open Sep 20, 2023 12:00 AM
  3. 3
    Next Submission Due Oct 18, 2023 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Close Oct 18, 2023 12:00 AM
Description

The Department of Defense (DoD) is seeking proposals for the topic of "Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomy for Improved Operations and Modernization of Navy Shipyards". The objective is to modernize Navy Shipyard facilities through three lines of effort: Drydocks, Infrastructure, and Industrial Plant Equipment. The goal is to bring these century-old shipyards up to modern practices by incorporating digital technology such as digital twins, AI, and autonomy. The aim is to upgrade and modernize shipyard operations and processes to expedite the redeployment of Navy assets back in the field quickly and safely. The DoD is specifically looking for technologies that can improve materials handling workflow, enable autonomous 3D precision scanning, and perform autonomous non-destructive inspection. The project will be conducted in phases, with Phase I focusing on developing and demonstrating an initial functional prototype, Phase II on further development and demonstration of a functional prototype, and Phase III on dual-use applications and transitioning the technology to Navy use. The Navy sees potential dual-use applications in commercial logistics, inspection of facilities, and commercial ships. The project duration and funding specifics are not provided in the document. For more information, interested parties can visit the DoD SBIR 23.3 BAA solicitation page on grants.gov.

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