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ARM Institute 26-01 Core Technology Project Call for Defense Robotics and AI Manufacturing is sponsored by ARM (Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing) Institute and Office of the Secretary of Defense. The ARM Institute's 26-01 Core Technology Project Call funds applied research and demonstration projects in robotics and AI for defense application areas, with preference for dual-use technologies that also benefit broader U.
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Project Calls - ARM Institute We do not currently have any Project Calls that are accepting new submissions. We plan to release a Technology Project Call this summer. About the ARM Institute’s Project Calls Our Project Calls are a crucial part of the ARM Institute’s mission to secure the nation’s future in manufacturing.
These project calls are open to the public, but only ARM Institute members can submit proposals. These calls serve as a platform for collaboration and innovation, fostering a community that works together to lift solutions off the ground that may have otherwise suffered from a lack of funding or engineering roadblocks.
The ARM Institute is proud to play a pivotal role in this process, allowing our members to connect, collaborate, and contribute to the future of manufacturing. Join today to become a part of this critical effort to lead future of manufacturing. Why Join the ARM Institute?
For our members, the ARM Institute offers the chance to collaborate on initiatives that shape the trajectory of national manufacturing. These Project Calls can serve as a springboard for innovative ideas, providing the much-needed financial support to transform these ideas into reality, playing a significant role in the progression of the manufacturing industry and the robotics field as a whole.
To see what this process looks like upon completion, be sure to read up on our robotics projects . These projects showcase the power of collaboration and innovation, and they represent the future of manufacturing that we, at the ARM Institute, are striving to create. Email [email protected] to learn more about Project Calls and ARM Institute Membership.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Open to ARM Member Consortium organizations (470+ members across industry, academia, and government). Membership available to U. S. companies, universities, and nonprofits. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows approximately $2,000,000 total ARM funding distributed across multiple projects. Individual project budgets capped at $500,000 in ARM funding (plus required project cost-share). The 25-01 call awarded approximately $2,000,000 across four projects with total project values of approximately $4,000,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
ARM Institute 26-01 Core Technology Project Call for Defense Robotics and AI Manufacturing is funded by ARM (Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing) Institute and Office of the Secretary of Defense. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program 25.1 Solicitation is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T). The DHS SBIR Program invites U.S. small businesses to submit research proposals addressing technology needs in fentanyl source profiling, data analysis tools, digital injection attack prevention, and wired interconnection cables or adapters.
Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) is a federal grant program administered by FEMA through the Office of the Governor's Public Safety Office that funds enhanced border security cooperation among Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Border Patrol, and state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies. The program supports joint operations to secure land and water border routes, improve intelligence sharing, and expand 287(g) screening operations within correctional facilities. In 2025, the national priority is Supporting Border Crisis Response and Enforcement, covering training, operational coordination, and risk management. Eligible expenses include operational overtime costs, staffing support for screening activities, and training programs in immigration law, civil rights protections, and 287(g) procedures.
DoD Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of Naval Research (ONR). The Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI), administered by the Department of Defense Office of Naval Research, supports basic research in science and engineering at U. S.
The DOL Industry-Driven Skills Training Fund is distributing $30 million across 14 states for employer-led workforce training in advanced manufacturing, AI, and skilled trades. Employer applications open mid-2026.
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