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DOD SBIR 24.4 Annual - Water Tester at Point of Need

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Department of Defense

The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking proposals for a water tester at the point of need. The objective of this solicitation is to develop applied research for an innovative capability to improve water surveillance in field conditions. The goal is to create a rugged and compact field instrument that can provide microbiological and metal detection capabilities to reduce health risks to personnel. The water tester should be able to analyze for total coliforms, Escherichia coli, arsenic, lead, copper, and cyanide, providing rapid results within 4 hours. The equipment must be compact, durable, and able to fit in carry-on luggage, weighing no more than 25 pounds. The project will be conducted in two phases: Phase I involves a feasibility study, and Phase II focuses on developing and demonstrating a prototype system. The potential applications of this technology include military use, environmental programs, emergency response teams, and other federal directorates. The deadline for proposal submission is March 31, 2025. For more information, visit the solicitation link: [here](https://www.sbir.gov/node/2484467).

DOD SBIR 24.4 Annual - Precision Control Lens Eye Tracking Sensors

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Department of Defense

The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking proposals for the development of precision contact lens eye tracking sensors for Extended Reality (XR) interaction, training optimization, and cognitive monitoring. The objective is to enhance command and control capabilities in XR environments, optimize training, and enable real-time adaptive systems. Current eye tracking technologies lack the necessary precision and ruggedness for military operations. The use of contact lens-based eye tracking would allow for operational integration into various dynamic scenarios, including manned and unmanned air operations and ground vehicle systems. The proposed project includes feasibility studies, the development of a working prototype, and human factors feasibility studies. The technology has potential applications in academic research, health monitoring, and various market applications. The project is open for proposals until March 31, 2025. For more information, visit the [solicitation link](https://www.sbir.gov/node/2484455).

DOD SBIR 24.4 Annual - Low Cost Persistent Multi Sensor Surveillance

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Department of Defense

The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking proposals for the topic of "Low Cost Persistent Multi Sensor Surveillance" as part of their SBIR program. The objective of this topic is to develop environmentally hardened sensor nodes that can persistently monitor Radio Frequency (RF), weather conditions, and/or personnel access of remote islands leased on the Kwajalein Atoll for the U.S. Army's Reagan Test Site (RTS). The solutions should be independent of external power sources or communications networks, as there are no cellular or Wi-Fi communications, nor power source, in these areas. The solutions must also be capable of operating in harsh environmental conditions, including heat, humidity, regular rainfall, salt spray, and high atmospheric salinity. The data collected by these sensor nodes will be used for situational awareness, safety, security, and mission planning and support. The solicitation is open for both full or partial solutions, and Phase I proposals with a cost of up to $250,000 for a 6-month period of performance are being accepted. Phase I will involve researching and developing the system/network architecture, designing the hardware components, and proposing power source designs and networking techniques. By the end of Phase I, the awardee should have detailed descriptions of the proposed technologies. In Phase II, the awardee will produce a single prototype that demonstrates the capabilities and methodologies at a minimum of TRL4. They will also develop a user interface and display for situational awareness of sensor control and monitoring. The potential applications of this technology include wireless remote sensing for public safety, health, fitness, and wildlife dual-usages. Some examples of dual uses of remote sensing include anti-poaching efforts, remote environmental sensors enabled by low-Earth orbit satellites, wildfire early recognition sensor systems, agriculture and crop performance monitoring, and urban pollution source detection. For more information and to submit proposals, interested parties can visit the DOD SBIR program website. The solicitation is currently open, and the application due date is March 31, 2025. References: - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0927775722021823 - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1877050914009831 - http://www.ijpe-online.com/EN/10.23940/ijpe.09.5.p419.mag Keywords: sensors, nodes, Radio Frequency (RF), Reagan Test Site (RTS)

DOD SBIR 24.4 Annual - Water Tester at Point of Need

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Department of Defense

The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking proposals for the development of a water tester at the point of need. The objective of this research topic is to improve water surveillance by developing a rugged and compact field instrument capable of providing microbiological and metal detection capabilities. The goal is to reduce both short- and long-term health risks to personnel. The water tester should be able to analyze for total coliforms, Escherichia coli, arsenic, lead, copper, and cyanide, providing rapid results in less than 4 hours. The equipment must be compact, durable, and able to fit in a carry-on piece of luggage, weighing no more than 25 pounds. The project will be conducted in two phases: Phase I involves a feasibility study, while Phase II focuses on developing and demonstrating a prototype system. The potential applications of this technology include military use for Special Operations Forces and conventional forces, as well as environmental programs, emergency response teams, and other federal directorates. The project duration is not specified, but the solicitation is open until March 31, 2025. For more information, visit the DOD SBIR 24.4 Annual solicitation on grants.gov.

DOD SBIR 24.4 Annual - Multilayer Waveguide Optical Gyroscope

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Department of Defense

The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking proposals for the development of a high-end tactical miniature optical waveguide gyroscope for future U.S. Army missions. The current inertial navigation systems used by the Army are large and expensive, and smaller alternatives such as Micro-Electro-Mechanical (MEMS)-based sensors do not meet the Army's requirements for cost, accuracy, stability, and survivability. The goal is to develop a low-cost and lightweight 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) with high-tactical performance. The desired performance includes a gyro bias stability of 0.2 degrees/hour, scale factor error less than 50 ppm, and angular random walk less than 0.05 degree/root-hour. The gyroscope should also have a high bandwidth, high dynamic range, and low sensitivity to extreme shock and vibration environments. The solicitation focuses on the feasibility of new optical waveguide gyroscope technologies, such as the integrated Silicon waveguide Optical Gyroscope (iSOG). The Phase I of the project involves proving the feasibility of a multi-level waveguide optical sensor coil, while Phase II focuses on designing and delivering a prototype waveguide optical gyroscope. The final phase aims to develop an Inertial Sensor Assembly (ISA) consisting of three gyros and three accelerometers. The technology has potential applications in commercial IMUs and military autonomous modular payloads. The project is open for proposals until March 31, 2025. For more information, visit the [solicitation link](https://www.sbir.gov/node/2651325).

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