Material and Manufacturing Technology Solutions for Advanced Composite Cases for Tactical Solid Rocket Motor Applications
ID: N242-079Type: BOTH
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Topic

Material and Manufacturing Technology Solutions for Advanced Composite Cases for Tactical Solid Rocket Motor Applications

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: NAVY

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH

Topic Link

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

Additional Information

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

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Navy, is seeking innovative solutions for advanced material and manufacturing technologies aimed at developing composite cases for tactical solid rocket motors. The primary objective is to enhance the performance of these composite cases, focusing on reducing weight, improving damage tolerance, and ensuring compatibility with naval aircraft, which currently do not utilize composite case rocket motors. This initiative is critical as it addresses evolving capability gaps in missile systems, with a strong emphasis on meeting stringent military standards for pressure containment and environmental resilience. Interested parties should note that the solicitation is open from May 15, 2024, to June 12, 2024, with proposals due by the latter date. For more information, please visit the official solicitation page at DOD SBIR/STTR.

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