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AI Framework for Multimodal Scene Construction and Data Generation is a grant from the Department of the Air Force (AFWERX) that funds small businesses developing artificial intelligence solutions for multimodal scene construction and synthetic data generation in support of Air Force mission needs.
Offered through the SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) program, Phase I awards are typically up to $200,000 and Phase II awards up to $2,000,000. Eligible applicants must be U.S.-owned small businesses with 500 or fewer employees. The solicitation closed June 3, 2026.
AFWERX, the innovation arm of the Department of the Air Force, has awarded over $7. 24 billion across 10,400+ contracts since 2019 to accelerate technology transition from small businesses and startups into operational Defense capabilities.
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m. ET to learn about the AFWERX Open Topic. Visit AFWERX webpage for more information As the innovation arm of the DAF and a directorate within the Air Force Research Laboratory, AFWERX brings cutting-edge American ingenuity from small businesses and start-ups to address the most pressing challenges of the DAF.
Headquartered at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, AFWERX employs military, civilian and contractor personnel executing an annual $1. 4 billion budget. Since 2019, AFWERX has awarded over 10,400 contracts worth more than $7.
24 billion to strengthen the U.S. defense industrial base and drive faster technology transition to operational capability. For more information, visit: afwerx. com .
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U. S. -owned small businesses with 500 or fewer employees. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows not specified, but generally Phase I: up to $200,000; Phase II: up to $2,000,000 for SBIR. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was June 3, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
AI Framework for Multimodal Scene Construction and Data Generation is funded by Department of the Air Force (AFWERX). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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