High Resolution Low SWaP Attritable EO/IR Sensors for Stratospheric Operations
ID: AF242-D017Type: Phase II
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Topic

High Resolution Low SWaP Attritable EO/IR Sensors for Stratospheric Operations

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: USAF

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: Phase II

Topic Link

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

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https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/
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    The United States Air Force (USAF) is seeking proposals for the development of high-resolution, low Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP), attritable Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR) sensors designed for stratospheric operations between 50,000 and 75,000 feet. The objective is to create sensors capable of detecting, tracking, and identifying targets with a National Imagery Interpretability Rating Scale (NIIRS) value of 4 or higher, while operating for extended periods in extreme conditions. This initiative is critical for enhancing Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities and supporting various Air Force exercises and test events from Fiscal Year 2026 to 2030. Interested parties must submit their proposals by June 12, 2024, with further details available on the official solicitation page at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.

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