SBIR / STTR #22.2

Army Solicitation for Advanced Solid State Circuit Breaker and High-Efficiency Enzyme Fuel Cell

This Army procurement opportunity focuses on advanced power electronics for military vehicles and high-efficiency fuel cell technology: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Army TARDEC (Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center) - Army SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) - Products/Services Requested: - Solid State Circuit Breaker (SSCB): - 1.2 kV/200A Silicon-Carbide MOSFET design for hybrid electric vehicles - Next-generation SSCB targeting 2,000 A in a 10 in³ package, aiming for 12 A/cm³ current density - Key requirements: response time under 5 microseconds, operational temperature >125°C, advanced packaging for high current density - High-efficiency enzyme-based fuel cell: - 1 kW system using JP-8 fuel - Efficiency target: >70% - Phased development: proof of concept, scaling, commercial application - Unique requirement: use of JP-8 fuel and enzymatic technology - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation or attachments - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on rapid response, high reliability, and safety for soldier power systems - Advanced materials (Silicon-Carbide MOSFETs) and packaging innovations - Reference to prior research and technology development - Place of Performance: - U.S. Army TARDEC facility, likely in Michigan - Army SBIR contracting office in Arlington, VA

Description

This solicitation seeks the development and demonstration of an advanced solid-state circuit breaker that is qualified for Army Aviation use. The goal is to improve electrical power system management on aircraft by reducing pilot workload and enhancing load management capabilities. The project involves creating software-configurable, smart power management systems with modern electronic circuit breaker technology, including features like flexible current limit settings, FACE conformant software interfaces, and improved electrical power system monitoring. The effort is divided into phases, starting with feasibility and design, followed by prototype demonstration and qualification, and finally exploring applications in electric vehicles and commercial adoption.

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