SBIR / STTR #A23B-T002

Army Solicitation for Advanced Thermal Protection Coatings for Artillery Projectiles

This Army STTR solicitation seeks innovative solutions for thermal protection coatings for extended range artillery projectiles. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Army STTR Program - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to all qualified proposers - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development of conformal, ruggedized thermal protection coatings - Coatings must withstand: - Temperatures up to 3500°C - Heat fluxes up to 1000 W/cm² - High G-forces (up to 35,000 G) - Maximum thickness of 5mm - Compatibility with various projectile form-factors and Inconel steel substrates - Project Phases: - Phase I: Proof-of-concept study (thermal loads 5–700 W/cm², up to 2000°F for 5 minutes) - Phase II: Prototype fabrication and survivability testing - Phase III: Large-scale production, 20 prototypes, live fire testing, cost modeling - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Survivability under extreme thermal and mechanical environments - Integration with artillery projectile designs - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities listed; focus is on R&D services

Description

This solicitation seeks innovative conformal, ruggedized thermal protection coating solutions for extended range artillery rounds capable of withstanding extreme thermal environments up to 3500°C and heat fluxes of 1000 W/cm². Phase I involves a proof-of-concept study for coatings that endure thermal loads from 5 to 700 W/cm² and temperatures up to 2000°F for 5 minutes with a maximum thickness of 5mm. Phase II requires fabrication and integration of a prototype for survivability testing under high G and aerothermal conditions. Phase III focuses on large-scale production options, prototype fabrication, live fire testing, and cost modeling. Proposals must be submitted via the DoD Submission site by June 14, 2023.

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