SBIR / STTR #DON26TZ01-NV012

Solicitation for AI-Enabled Corrosion Sensing Technologies for Naval Systems

This opportunity from the Department of the Navy seeks innovative sensing technologies to measure and validate corrosion in naval systems, with a focus on research and development: - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy (DON), including Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), and Office of Naval Research (ONR) - Products and Services Requested: - AI-enabled sensory tools for real-time corrosion monitoring and predictive maintenance in Navy ship systems - Non-destructive and electrochemical sensing technologies, including ultrasonic and fiber optic sensors - Research and development services for advanced sensing solutions, corrosion detection, and sustainment logistics - Additional related technology areas: thermally tolerant optical fire detectors, advanced liquid hydrogen storage, portable mass spectrometry, automatic cable testers, waste heat recovery systems, robust denoising technology, tropical cyclone forecasting software, field deployable welding for composites, flexible printed thermoelectric cooling films, seawater converters, human modeling tools, behavioral nudging software, rugged maritime laser beam director components, production of norbornadiene, and high voltage SiC MOSFETs - Quantities and Part Numbers: - No specific part numbers or quantities provided; focus is on prototype development and scalable solutions - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on AI/ML integration, compatibility with naval platforms, and predictive maintenance - Compliance with STTR program guidelines and submission through the Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) - Some projects may require security clearances and CMMC Level 2 compliance - Period of Performance: - Phase I: Concept development and modeling (6 months base + option) - Phase II: Prototype development and demonstration - Phase III: Transition to Navy use and commercialization - Funding limits: Phase I up to $140,000 base and $100,000 option; Phase II up to $2,000,000 - Places of Performance: - Navy ship systems and subsystems - DDG 51 Class Ship - Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) - Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) - Office of Naval Research (ONR) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to small businesses and research institutions

Description

This solicitation seeks innovative solutions for sensing technologies capable of measuring and validating corrosion in naval systems. The project aims to develop reliable, real-time corrosion detection methods to enhance naval maintenance and operational readiness. The solicitation is open and accepting questions until February 19, 2016. The documents include a main topic PDF, a preface, and instructions.

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