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Army SBIR Program focusing on additive manufacturing for high-density materials, showing commercial viability, feasibility and technical merit.
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Additive Manufacturing for High-Density Materials – Army SBIR|STTR Program Advanced Materials and Manufacturing, Army SBIR, Phase I Additive Manufacturing for High-Density Materials Application Due Date: 09/04/2024 Develop a technique and/or technology through material properties and internal geometry, that replicates the shear properties of Depleted Uranium (DU) .
This topic accepts Phase I proposals submissions for a cost up to $250,000 for a 6-month period of performance. Depleted Uranium (DU) is a critical material with limited supply and controversy. Many coalition forces do not use DU in their munitions and with some large contractors no longer working with the material, it is important that alternatives are found.
Utilize modern and emerging additive manufacturing technologies and techniques to create unique geometries with high-density materials that replicate at least 90% of DU’s shear properties by combining the material’s innate properties with internal, printed, geometric properties. In this topic, high-density materials are defined as any material with a density of 18g-cm3 or higher.
Detailed reports of the feasibility of the topic, including expected costs for Phase II testing and beyond for each award. It is important that this report also includes a plan for commercialization of this technology from each award. Initial test batching of additive manufacturing parts with modified internal structures.
The remainder of Phase II will consist of applications of the new technology in the aforementioned program. It is also important that the technology shows both reliability and producibility as scale within this phase. Final selection, integration, and commercialization.
Focus on integration into the chosen program in preparation for large scale manufcaturing/production using the techniques and/or technology. It is important that at this phase that there are clear commercialization paths in other industries. See below for examples.
Aerospace: Lightweight aircraft or spacecraft parts that require high density Healthcare: Production of x-ray components, specialized surgical tools, prosthetics, etc. Energy and Power: Production of lightweight components for renewable energy sources Industrial Manufacturing: Specialized and complex tooling or components For more information, and to submit your full proposal package, visit the DSIP Portal .
SBIR|STTR Help Desk: usarmy. sbirsttr@army. mil https://ntrs.
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sciencedirect. com/science/article/abs/pii/S1359646223005729 KEYWORDS: Depleted Uranium; Additive Manufacturing; Laser Powder Bed Fusion; Technology; High Density Materials Develop a technique and/or technology through material properties and internal geometry, that replicates the shear properties of Depleted Uranium (DU) . This topic accepts Phase I proposals submissions for a cost up to $250,000 for a 6-month period of performance.
Depleted Uranium (DU) is a critical material with limited supply and controversy. Many coalition forces do not use DU in their munitions and with some large contractors no longer working with the material, it is important that alternatives are found.
Utilize modern and emerging additive manufacturing technologies and techniques to create unique geometries with high-density materials that replicate at least 90% of DU’s shear properties by combining the material’s innate properties with internal, printed, geometric properties. In this topic, high-density materials are defined as any material with a density of 18g-cm3 or higher.
Detailed reports of the feasibility of the topic, including expected costs for Phase II testing and beyond for each award. It is important that this report also includes a plan for commercialization of this technology from each award. Initial test batching of additive manufacturing parts with modified internal structures.
The remainder of Phase II will consist of applications of the new technology in the aforementioned program. It is also important that the technology shows both reliability and producibility as scale within this phase. Final selection, integration, and commercialization.
Focus on integration into the chosen program in preparation for large scale manufcaturing/production using the techniques and/or technology. It is important that at this phase that there are clear commercialization paths in other industries. See below for examples.
Aerospace: Lightweight aircraft or spacecraft parts that require high density Healthcare: Production of x-ray components, specialized surgical tools, prosthetics, etc. Energy and Power: Production of lightweight components for renewable energy sources Industrial Manufacturing: Specialized and complex tooling or components For more information, and to submit your full proposal package, visit the DSIP Portal .
SBIR|STTR Help Desk: usarmy. sbirsttr@army. mil https://ntrs.
nasa. gov/api/citations/20160012051/downloads/20160012051. pdf https://www.
sciencedirect. com/science/article/pii/S221486042200402X https://www. sciencedirect.
com/science/article/abs/pii/S0254058424004620 https://www. sciencedirect. com/science/article/pii/S2352179121001174 https://www.
sciencedirect. com/science/article/abs/pii/S1359646223005729 KEYWORDS: Depleted Uranium; Additive Manufacturing; Laser Powder Bed Fusion; Technology; High Density Materials Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology ASA(ALT) releases contract opportunities on an ad-hoc basis to meet Army research and development needs.
Army Futures Command (AFC) releases topics during three specific solicitation periods throughout the fiscal year to address the Army’s current and anticipated war-fighting technology needs. Army STTR follows AFC’s topic release schedule but partners with a university, federally funded research and development center, or a qualified non-profit research institution as part of their contract.
Is the opportunity to establish the scientific, technical, commercial merit and feasibility of your proposed innovation. Is focused on the development, demonstration and delivery of your innovation from Phase I. Represents the commercialization phase of the program in which the company can market their products or services developed in Phase II, either to the government or in the commercial sector.
Allows small businesses to submit to Direct to Phase II applications if they performed the Phase I research through other funding sources. Provides funding to projects that require additional funding during their open Phase II contract. A Phase II Awardee may receive one additional, sequential Phase II award to continue the work of an initial Phase II award.
The sequential Phase II award has the same guideline amounts and limits as an initial Phase II award.
Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (supply chain management, logistics coordination, target identifications and simulation) Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (additive manufacturing) Autonomy (unmanned systems, drones, ground vehicle capabilities) Chemical and Biological (detection, defense) Cyber (biometric authentication, secure communications) Electronics (microelectronics, Very-Large-Scale Integration (VLSI)) Electronic Warfare (jamming, spoofing) Human Performance (wearables) Immersive (augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality) Network Technologies (antennas, radio frequency, communications systems) Position, Navigation, and Timing (GPS) Power (batteries, generators) Software Modernization (high performance computing, data management and visualization) Sensors (infrared sensing) Weapons Systems (hypersonics, munitions and projectiles, directed energy)
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Qualified nontraditional vendors and small businesses are eligible to submit proposal packages. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows maximum $250,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Additive Manufacturing for High-Density Materials (Army SBIR Phase I) is funded by U.S. Army Small Business Innovation Research Program. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Call with Digital Partnership and TTC countries is sponsored by European Commission — Horizon Europe. Expected Outcome: The focus needs to be on areas where Digital Partnership countries bring strong complementary expertise, including advanced packaging, heterogeneous integration, and photonic chip technologies. The topic would aim to foster collaboration between European and Digital Partnership countries’ R&I communities. Projects are expected to contribute to the following outcomes: • Innovative design and integration concepts for neuromorphic computing systems supporting very low energy consumption, connectivity, embedded functions for mobile applications. • Alternative manufacturing process technologies for semiconductor chips including frontend or backend for heterogenous integration. The technologies should sustain in the mid- and long-term the fast-paced evolution of device performance, miniaturisation and cost, while reducing the environmental footprint. • Very advanced packaging solutions aiming heterogeneous integration of multiple functions and materials for applications in communication (RF, mmW or THz), sensing, actuating, power management and active/passive integration. Programme areas: Horizon Europe (HORIZON), Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness, Digital, Industry and Space
Develop breakthrough and sustainable bio-based textile fibres is sponsored by European Commission — Horizon Europe. Expected Outcome: Successful proposals will contribute to the updated EU Bioeconomy Strategy, the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability, the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles, the Clean Industrial Deal, and the Ecodesign Sustainable Products Regulation. Indirect contribution is expected towards the objectives of the Horizon Europe Mission "Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030" in particular to Obj 2: "Prevent and eliminate pollution of our oceans, seas and waters”. Projects results are expected to contribute to the following expected outcomes: Wider availability of natural and/or man-made bio-based fibres meeting market requirements. Scalable production processes for novel man-made and/or modified natural fibres. Enhanced circularity and prevent microplastics release compared to benchmarks. Scope: Fossil-based synthetic textile fibre production has grown significantly, reaching 67% of the global market in 2023. [1] Among bio-based fibres, cotton plays a prominent role as it is the second most produced fibre at global level; however, it bears serious environmental concerns due to its massive land use and water consumption; moreover, the EU holds a minor share of the global cotton production (around 2%) and it is expected to remain a net importer in the future. Novel sustainable sources of natural fibres require significant improvements in some steps of textile production such as retting/degumming, spinning, modification and treatment. Man-made (synthetic and semi-synthetic) bio-based fibres are also slightly increasing their current market share, however there is a need to improve their technical performances to meet the requirements of final textile applications. Proposals under this topic should: Develop breakthrough processes to yield bio-based textile fibres from sustainably sourced biomass feedstock. Bio-based textile waste is eligible as feedstock. Bio-based man-made (synthetic and semi-synthetic) fibres and/or the extraction, refinement and functionalisation of natural fibres are in scope. Ensure compatibility with existing textile manufacturing processes and equipment to facilitate market penetration. Design the bio-based fibre(s) to improve specific technical requirements against state-of-the-art benchmarks, e.g., tenacity, flexibility, spinning quality, elasticity/plasticity, thermal resistance, flammability and durability. Test these properties according to existing standards/methods to assess the compatibility with end-products requirements. Design the bio-based textile fibres for sustainable end of life. Assess the actual feasibility of the targeted end of life option(s). Prevent release of microplastics and other harmful substances along the whole product life cycle. In addition to the specific requirements applicable for the type of action, as described in section 2.2.3.1 of the CBE JU Annual Work Programme 2026 [2] , proposals under this topic should: As part of the multi-actor approach (MAA), ensure adequate involvement of all key actors in the value chains relevant for this topic, including textiles manufacturers, feedstock suppliers, end users and/or consumers. Include a task to apply the SSbD framework, developed by the European Commission for the assessment of targeted textile fibres. For more information on the SSbD framework and criteria, refer to Safe and sustainable by design Ensure complementarities with past and ongoing R&I projects addressing similar challenges, including projects funded under Horizon 2020/Horizon Europe (under Cluster 6 and Cluster 4 of Horizon Europe, including the partnership ‘Textiles of the Future’) and BBI JU/CBE JU projects. [1] HARMSEN, P., SKRIFVARS, M. and MAGNOLFI, V., Bio-based textiles in a sustainable and circular bioeconomy, BORZACCHIELLO, M.T. (editor), European Commission, Ispra, 2025, JRC140676. [2] https://www.cbe.europa.eu/reference-documents Programme areas: Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness, Food, Bioeconomy Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment, Bio-based Innovation Systems in the EU Bioeconomy, Horizon Europe (HORIZON) Keywords: Materials engineering, Polymers and plastics, Textiles, Textiles including synthetic dyes, colours, fibres, bio-based textile fibres, man-made fibres, microplastics, natural fibres, safe and sustainable by design, textile manufacturing
Films and coatings for circular packaging is sponsored by European Commission — Horizon Europe. Expected Outcome: Successful proposals will contribute to the Circular Economy Action Plan, the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability and the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation. Projects results are expected to contribute to the following expected outcomes: Wider availability of bio-based films and coatings for packaging products. Improved technical performances of packaging products compared to fossil based and/or bio-based benchmarks. Improved circularity of packaging products against specified market benchmarks taking into account production, use and EoL. Scope: Many research projects have focused on developing and piloting bio-based coatings and films for application in food and non-food packaging. When targeting packaging, a primary challenge is achieving adequate barrier properties (against oxygen, moisture, grease and volatiles), as bio-based materials are typically more hydrophilic than conventional plastics like PE or PET. Processing methods, including bio-based coating deposition, face scalability and reproducibility issues. Coatings must adhere well to substrates while maintaining technical properties and not hindering sustainable EoL. Printability is another concern, as bio-based surfaces can cause ink issues like smudging or poor adhesion. Durability under stress and operating conditions is still a challenge for certain bio-based applications. Finally, design for sustainability and sustainable EoL are critical to reduce over-packaging, avoid littering and increase circularity, according to the principles set out in the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation . Proposals under this topic should: Demonstrate (at least TRL 6) innovative technologies for obtaining bio-based films and/or coatings suitable for improving performance of packaging products. Both food and non-food packaging are in scope. At least one non-food packaging application should be addressed. While coatings and films must be bio-based, any (bio-based and/or non-bio based) material is in scope as a substrate. Demonstrate (at least TRL 6) the applicability of the developed solution(s) in the manufacturing of packaging product prototypes, ensuring compatibility with industrial packaging manufacturing processes. Assess targeted products properties according to the intended application(s) under conditions occurring during the use phases, including transport and storage. Such properties may include mechanical, barrier, surface properties, resistance to low or high temperatures, weathering, moisture and/or corrosion; compatibility with food contact requirements (when addressing food packaging), printability. Apply the eco-design principles, in line with the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation , to reduce overpackaging and enable/facilitate sustainable at EoL. Test the selected EoL alternatives (at TRL 5 and above). Circular EoL includes mechanical, chemical and/or enzymatic recycling, and composting and their possible combinations. Re-use and remanufacturing are also in scope when compatible with the application and common practices. Landfilling or incineration are out of scope. In addition to the specific requirements applicable for the type of action, as described in section 2.2.3.1 of the CBE JU Annual Work Programme 2026 [1] , proposals under this topic should: As part of the multi-actor approach (MAA), involve end users and engage consumers (when applicable) starting from the early stages to assess market acceptance of the targeted end-products and incorporate insights into product development. Assess the compatibility with the regulatory framework, in particular the Single Use Plastics Directive (SUP) and the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), identify opportunities for bio-based products and/or potential bottlenecks and provide recommendations for addressing them. Include a task to apply the SSbD framework, developed by the European Commission for the assessment of targeted bio-based films and coatings. For Programme areas: Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness, Food, Bioeconomy Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment, Bio-based Innovation Systems in the EU Bioeconomy, Horizon Europe (HORIZON) Keywords: Applied and industrial chemistry, Composites (including laminates, reinforced plastics, cermets, combined natural and synthetic fibre fabrics filled composites), Materials engineering (biomaterials, metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, etc.), Polymers and plastics, bio-based coatings, bio-based films, circular packaging, eco-design, end of life, food packaging, non-food packaging, recycling, safe and sustainable by design, STEP-Biotech
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