SBIR / STTR #DAF26TZ01-NV004

Air Force Solicitation: Low-Cost Phased Array Antenna Systems for sUAS Swarm Jamming

The Department of the Air Force is seeking proposals for the research and development of low-cost, phased array antenna systems for collaborative jamming in small to medium-sized sUAS (small Unmanned Aircraft System) swarms. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force (DAF) - Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program - Air Force SBIR/STTR Contracting Office - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Development of low-cost, phased array antenna systems and associated signal processing techniques - Focus on collaborative jamming applications using sUAS swarms of 3-7 units - Includes concept development, feasibility studies, preliminary designs, performance simulations, component selection, and prototype demonstration - Software interface development for control and coordination of sUAS swarms - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All research and development work must be performed in the United States unless otherwise approved - Technology is subject to ITAR/EAR export controls - CMMC Level 2 (Self) cybersecurity compliance is required - Emphasis on scalable, affordable, and coordinated jamming capabilities - Project is structured in two phases: Phase I (concept and feasibility) and Phase II (prototype and demonstration) - Applications include both military and commercial uses, such as disrupting illegal drones and protecting critical infrastructure - Period of Performance and Value: - Maximum award value is $275,000 - Maximum period of performance is six months for Phase I

Description

This solicitation seeks the development of a low-cost phased array antenna system and associated signal processing techniques for collaborative jamming applications using small to medium-sized small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) swarms of 3-7 units. The project aims to create a scalable jamming capability by coordinating multiple sUAS equipped with phased array antennas to focus jamming energy on specific targets, enhancing effectiveness and resilience while reducing cost and risk. Phase I involves concept development and feasibility demonstration, while Phase II focuses on prototype development and demonstration of the collaborative jamming system. The technology has potential dual-use applications in military and commercial sectors, including disrupting illegal drone activity and protecting critical infrastructure.

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