Modular and Scalable Extended-Sonobuoy Deployment System
ID: N241-034Type: BOTH
Overview

Topic

Modular and Scalable Extended-Sonobuoy Deployment System

Agency

Department of DefenseN/A

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTHYear: 2024

Topic Link

https://www.sbir.gov/node/2479749

Additional Information

https://www.defensesbirsttr.mil/SBIR-STTR/Opportunities/
Timeline
  1. 1
    Release Nov 29, 2023 12:00 AM
  2. 2
    Open Jan 3, 2024 12:00 AM
  3. 3
    Next Submission Due Feb 21, 2024 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Close Feb 21, 2024 12:00 AM
Description

The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking proposals for their SBIR 24.1 BAA solicitation. The specific topic of the solicitation is the development of a Modular and Scalable Extended-Sonobuoy Deployment System for the Navy. This system should be capable of deploying A-sized and extended A-sized sonobuoy form factor units as single and multiple payloads from various platforms. The Deployment System must be modular and reconfigurable, capable of deploying 1 to 16 payloads depending on the platform's available space. It should not interfere with vessel operations and must be capable of deploying explosive payloads. The system must be designed to deploy each payload at a minimum distance of 0.5 plus or minus 0.1 meters to 3 plus or minus 0.5 meters. The maximum configurable size of the deployment system should integrate on the deck of a vessel with a maximum footprint of 238 inches by 70 inches, a deck load of 3,400 pounds, and electrical power of 28 VDC at 25 A supplied by the vessel. The system must be simple in design, capable of at least 100 deployments before repair or refurbishment, and include a communications interface. The Phase I of the project involves developing a concept for the system, while Phase II requires the development and delivery of a prototype for evaluation. The Phase III focuses on transitioning the technology to Navy use and potential commercial applications in oil, gas, and oceanographic sensing. The solicitation is closed, and more information can be found on the Defense SBIR/STTR Opportunities website.

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