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Manufacturing USA: Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Institute Project Calls is a grant from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) issued through the ARM Institute, a Manufacturing USA Institute.
Project calls fund research and development in advanced manufacturing robotics, integrating sensor technologies, end-effector development, software, artificial intelligence, materials science, human-machine behavior modeling, and quality assurance. The ARM Institute's mission is to deploy robotic technology that strengthens the domestic manufacturing innovation ecosystem. Only ARM Institute members may submit proposals.
Eligible applicants include universities, industry, government, and nonprofit organizations operating as US entities within a consortium. Award amounts vary by project call scope.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Universities, industry, government, and non-profit organizations as part of a consortium. Must be a U. S. entity. Only ARM Institute members can submit proposals. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Funding amounts vary based on project scope and sponsor guidance. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 2, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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