SBIR / STTR #DAF26TZ05-NV005

US Air Force STTR: Real-Time Enhanced Fine Tracking for Directed Energy Systems

This opportunity is a US Air Force STTR solicitation seeking advanced research and prototype development for real-time enhanced fine tracking in directed energy applications, particularly for counter-drone and missile defense systems. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force (USAF) - Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), including AFRL/RD and AF Life Cycle Management Center - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to small businesses with relevant R&D capabilities - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development of a real-time 3D imaging and tracking system prototype - Focus on computational pipeline and hardware integration for closed-loop, high-framerate (>1 kHz) aimpoint maintenance - Advanced 3D coherent imaging, adaptive optics, coherent optical sensing, and machine-learning-based image reconstruction - Deliverables include algorithms, software, and hardware prototypes - Application areas: directed energy counter-drone and missile defense systems - Part number/topic: DAF26TZ05NV005 - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on technical feasibility, commercialization potential, and robust performance in challenging environments (e.g., atmospheric disturbances) - Compliance with updated security and cybersecurity standards (e.g., CMMC, Foreign Risk Evaluation) - Multi-phase structure: Phase I (design and requirements, 6 months, up to $300,000), Phase II (prototype build and demonstration), Phase III (full system and experimental validation) - Open to small businesses under the STTR program; collaboration with research institutions is required

Description

This solicitation is for the development of real-time enhanced fine tracking technology in directed energy applications. It is part of the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program managed by the US Air Force (USAF). The solicitation is in pre-release status and open for questions until the question deadline. Bidders are advised to review the attached documents for detailed instructions and submit proposals by the specified due date.

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