Military Capability Gap Matcher Topics

AFWERX | score 0.885

Develop risk-aware artificial intelligence (AI)-based computing methods motivated by three naval challenge problems that enable insightful active cross-domain (Sea-Space-Air-Land-Cyber) situational awareness and AI-assisted course of action and countermeasures in real-time condit...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.883

Future Autonomous Collaborative Platforms (ACPs) will introduce AI-enabled uncrewed aircraft into the fleet. These platforms will assume significant tactical decision-making responsibilities and operate alongside traditional crewed aircraft. This paradigm shift complicates knowle...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.882

Develop risk-aware artificial intelligence (AI)-based computing methods motivated by three naval challenge problems that enable insightful active cross-domain (Sea-Space-Air-Land-Cyber) situational awareness and AI-assisted course of action and countermeasures in real-time condit...

AFWERX | score 0.879

Future Autonomous Collaborative Platforms (ACPs) will introduce AI-enabled uncrewed aircraft into the fleet. These platforms will assume significant tactical decision-making responsibilities and operate alongside traditional crewed aircraft. This paradigm shift complicates knowle...

AFWERX | score 0.879

The objectives are to do: 1. Weapon Engagement Zone (WEZ) Modeling: Develop models to represent the area where a weapon can effectively engage targets. This involves considering factors like weapon range, vehicle movement, and threat trajectories, to provide risk measures for pat...

AFWERX | score 0.878

The Need for Advanced Autonomy: The Air Force has gained wide interest in fully autonomous, unmanned air platforms operating in teams making collaborative decisions to successfully complete missions. Highest level, real-time decision making will be the responsibility of advanced ...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.872

The objectives are to do: 1. Weapon Engagement Zone (WEZ) Modeling: Develop models to represent the area where a weapon can effectively engage targets. This involves considering factors like weapon range, vehicle movement, and threat trajectories, to provide risk measures for pat...

AFWERX | score 0.872

The objective of this topic is to develop and demonstrate an affordable robust and reliable autonomous leader-follower UAS formation capability, enabling a single First-Person View (FPV) pilot to command and control multiple UAS effectively. This system should incorporate: seamle...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.867

The objective of this topic is to develop and demonstrate an affordable robust and reliable autonomous leader-follower UAS formation capability, enabling a single First-Person View (FPV) pilot to command and control multiple UAS effectively. This system should incorporate: seamle...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.866

Successful Joint Operations executed by the U.S. Department of War (DoW) rely on tight coordination, synchronization, and tactical communication across multiple service components and platforms. The Joint Force faces real-time communication and coordination challenges between mod...

AFWERX | score 0.865

Develop and demonstrate a neuro-enhanced artificial intelligence (AI) system that captures, analyzes, and operationalizes neurophysiological and behavioral data to provide near real-time, adaptive feedback for improved training efficiency, performance, and operational readiness o...

AFWERX | score 0.864

Successful Joint Operations executed by the U.S. Department of War (DoW) rely on tight coordination, synchronization, and tactical communication across multiple service components and platforms. The Joint Force faces real-time communication and coordination challenges between mod...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.924

Topic: ​​Sensor Analysis and Integration; Edge Deployments and Drone Operation; Mission Command and Control; Digital Defense and Cybersecurity; General National Security​ Submission Dates: Apr 14 - May 2, 2026 Winner Announced: May 3, 2026 Who Can Submit: ​​Students, independent ...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.924

Topic: Energy, Water, Synthetic Biology Submission Dates: Mar 3 - Apr 15, 2022 Winner Announced: Jul 20, 2022 Who Can Submit: Internationally-based companies or organizations xTechInternational Navigation Home About xTech Competitions Accelerator News Successes Get Involved FAQ &...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.922

Topic: ​​Counter-sUAS for Dismounted Forces; Stratospheric Effects; Reconnaissance and Security for Reduced Formations; Rear Are Security​ Submission Dates: Mar 24 - Apr 24, 2026 Winner Announced: Apr 24, 2026 Who Can Submit: Small and large businesses attending eMerge Americas 2...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.921

Topic: Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Submission Dates: Mar 31 - Apr 29, 2022 Winner Announced: Jul 29, 2022 Who Can Submit: Eligible entities include nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations (i.e., large and small businesses), institutions of higher educati...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.921

Topic: Advanced Energy Storage Submission Dates: Apr 21 - May 14, 2021 Winner Announced: Jul 22, 2021 Who Can Submit: United States-based companies and organizations xTech Innovation Combine Navigation Home About xTech Competitions Accelerator News Successes Get Involved FAQ & Re...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.920

Navigation Home About xTech Competitions Accelerator News Successes Get Involved FAQ & Resources Contact Us Terms of Use FOIA Privacy Policy Other Helpful Links Small Business Portal SBIR|STTR Program CHALLENGE.GOV Site Map Follow Us FILTER GLOSSARY PROGRAMS ASA(ALT) Assistant Se...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.919

Topic: Extended On-Station Time and Range for MRR; Affordable Drones and Loitering Munitions for Scaled Operations; Power Generation for Ground Units with sUAS; C-UAS for Soldier Operations Submission Dates: Feb 23 - Mar 18, 2026 Winner Announced: Nov 30, 2026 Who Can Submit: ​​U...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.915

for Tactical Radios Submission Dates: Mar 15 - Apr 13, 2021 Winner Announced: Jun 11, 2021 Who Can Submit: United States-based small businesses xTechWaveform Navigation Home About xTech Competitions Accelerator News Successes Get Involved FAQ & Resources Contact Us Terms of Use F...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.914

Topic: ​​Passive UAS Detection; Active UAS Detection; Defeat of UAS; Threat-simulated UAS​ Submission Dates: Sep 2 - Sep 15, 2025 Winner Announced: Nov 24, 2025 Who Can Submit: ​​Domestic and foreign businesses​ xTechCounter Strike Navigation Home About xTech Competitions Acceler...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.908

Topic: ​​Baseline Humanoid System; Advanced Humanoid Subsystems ​ Submission Dates: Aug 6 - Oct 1, 2025 Winner Announced: Oct 31, 2026 Who Can Submit: Domestic and foreign businesses xTechHumanoid Navigation Home About xTech Competitions Accelerator News Successes Get Involved FA...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.906

The U.S. Army is looking to develop an intelligent system where Counter Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) sensors and systems can orchestrate autonomously to communicate and coordinate their actions. The goal of this system is to reduce latency and bandwidth while improving rel...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.898

(also referred to as the Innovation Combine) being tentatively held on or around 21-22 July 2021 (subject to change). The Innovation Combine aims to engage with eligible U.S.-based companies and organizations and will provide a forum to collaborate with the Army, earn prize money...

ERDCWERX | score 0.883

Heavy vehicles operating in environments characterized by loose or weak soils (e.g., sand) frequently experience excessive sinkage. This results in degraded mobility, increased fuel consumption, mission delays, and the potential need for recovery operations.

ERDCWERX | score 0.883

Current water conveyance systems rely heavily on conventional construction methods, which may be limited by factors such as installation speed, cost, material resilience, and adaptability to diverse operational scenarios. Advances in tunnel construction technology could change th...

ERDCWERX | score 0.878

Surfzone and inlets experience pronounced breaking wave activity which make it difficult to sustain military and civil works operations due to high hydrodynamic loading on surface vessels.

ERDCWERX | score 0.872

Current flood water conveyance systems rely heavily on conventional designs and construction methods, which may be limited by factors such as installation speed, cost, material resilience, and adaptability to diverse operational scenarios. Advances in tunnel construction technolo...

ERDCWERX | score 0.872

The U.S. Army ERDC seeks solutions that will develop lightweight-kitted solutions to provide rapidly deployable protection.

ERDCWERX | score 0.870

Navigation channel shoaling creates significant challenges by reducing navigability, disrupting trade, and, in some cases, posing safety risks.

ERDCWERX | score 0.868

Army engineer units provide construction assets to repair and upgrade infrastructure to support maneuver. Traditional improvement techniques create a logistical burden not conducive to anticipated future mission requirements.

ERDCWERX | score 0.865

The Department of Defense (DOD) faces challenges in ensuring reliable electric power for critical missions in supply-contested logistics environments. Current methods may lack the necessary speed and adaptability to enhance energy security effectively, underscoring the urgent nee...

ERDCWERX | score 0.864

Overtopping breaches are one of the primary causes of compromised levee structures and the focus of this initiative to identify potential new or enhanced solutions.

ERDCWERX | score 0.864

When traversing weak or damaged pavements, heavy vehicles cause rapid damage accumulation. Expedient construction technologies are needed to rapidly improve the structural capacity of roads to support these loads.

ERDCWERX | score 0.863

Large-scale prototyping and experiments are needed to reduce risk for infrastructure innovations in new designs, materials, sensing, and repair methods prior to implementing on operating projects. To accomplish this, a new physical model proof of concept and design is needed that...

ERDCWERX | score 0.862

U.S. military entities have indicated a need for alternative protective barrier solutions that provide better protection and require less time and labor to install.

AFWERX | score 0.884

Develop and deploy scalable, cost-effective, and rapidly iterated wide-field optical tracking solutions to supplement the Space Surveillance Network (SSN) for high-density proliferated Low Earth Orbit (pLEO) constellations and debris. The solution must meet stringent tracking, la...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.883

Develop a high-gain, low-frequency vertical line array of vector sensors capable of long-range passive detection and enhanced signal processing, deployable in an A-size form factor.

AFWERX | score 0.882

Develop a high-gain, low-frequency vertical line array of vector sensors capable of long- range passive detection and enhanced signal processing, deployable in an A-size form factor.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.878

The objective of this topic is to develop applied research towards a low cost and compact Laser interferometric Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) system for rapid clearance of undersea terrain and checkout by divers and vessel operators. To this end, this effort is developing a compa...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.878

The objective of this Phase I effort is to identify, assess, and demonstrate the feasibility of novel, non-missile-warning space and/or ground enabled sensing and analytic capabilities that can deliver rapid, commercially derived insights with meaningful operational utility. The ...

AFWERX | score 0.876

Develop advanced automation to detect, locate, classify, and correlate contacts across multiple sonar sensors and multiple display surfaces.

AFWERX | score 0.876

The objective of this topic is to develop applied research towards a low cost and compact Laser interferometric Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) system for rapid clearance of undersea terrain and checkout by divers and vessel operators. To this end, this effort is developing a compa...

AFWERX | score 0.873

Develop a modeling and simulation (M&S) application for generating high-fidelity, thermally-attributed virtual electro-optic and infrared (EO/IR) object models—specifically weather- explicit 3D clouds and/or debris fields—for integration into real-time scene generation systems.

AFWERX | score 0.871

Develop a lightweight, integrated passive imaging and LiDAR system, deployable on an unmanned aerial platform for target detection, feature characterization, and bathymetry retrieval in littoral environments. The system should be light enough for deployment from a Group 2 (max. g...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.870

Develop, prototype, and demonstrate next-generation radio frequency (RF) photonic front-end technologies that improve the reliability, clarity, and resilience of wireless communications and navigation in high-interference environments. These solutions will leverage advances simil...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.870

Develop and deploy scalable, cost-effective, and rapidly iterated wide-field optical tracking solutions to supplement the Space Surveillance Network (SSN) for high-density proliferated Low Earth Orbit (pLEO) constellations and debris. The solution must meet stringent tracking, la...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.869

Develop advanced automation to detect, locate, classify, and correlate contacts across multiple sonar sensors and multiple display surfaces.

AFWERX | score 0.891

Develop a material with the ability to rapidly and cost effectively produce metastructures or frequency selective surfaces which can be adhered to naval assets or similar systems (e.g., apertures, super-structures substructures, deployable, etc.).

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.886

Develop a material with the ability to rapidly and cost effectively produce metastructures or frequency selective surfaces which can be adhered to naval assets or similar systems (e.g., apertures, super-structures substructures, deployable, etc.).

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.870

Assess the effects of additives into 3D-printed input materials that are structurally and thermally viable for weapon system components, to determine the changes to electromagnetic (EM) properties that can be achieved based on how the additives change the material properties of 3...

AFWERX | score 0.865

Develop and demonstrate an integrated multidisciplinary design, analysis, and optimization (MDAO) framework for hypersonic boost-glide weapons that enables concurrent optimization of vehicle geometry, mission trajectory, and control strategy by leveraging existing modeling tools,...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.864

Develop and transition a portable induction welding system capable of in-situ repair of thermoplastic composite components on naval aviation platforms enabling rapid, field-ready maintenance capabilities for next-generation naval aircraft.

AFWERX | score 0.864

Assess the effects of additives into 3D-printed input materials that are structurally and thermally viable for weapon system components, to determine the changes to electromagnetic (EM) properties that can be achieved based on how the additives change the material properties of 3...

AFWERX | score 0.864

Develop overlay or bond coatings and a coating model that enables longer service and prediction of corrosion, oxidation and overall degradation when exposed to marine Naval environments as a function of corrosivity, stress, and various temperature combinations via integrated comp...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.863

Develop a low-cost, flexible manufacturing technique to produce large format ceramics for undersea sensor applications.

AFWERX | score 0.863

Develop a low-cost, flexible manufacturing technique to produce large format ceramics for undersea sensor applications.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.862

Develop and demonstrate an integrated multidisciplinary design, analysis, and optimization (MDAO) framework for hypersonic boost-glide weapons that enables concurrent optimization of vehicle geometry, mission trajectory, and control strategy by leveraging existing modeling tools,...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.859

Develop overlay or bond coatings and a coating model that enables longer service and prediction of corrosion, oxidation and overall degradation when exposed to marine Naval environments as a function of corrosivity, stress, and various temperature combinations via integrated comp...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.858

The objective of this topic is to conduct applied research to an innovative capability for a deployable, and user-friendly manufacturing system that integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Augmented Reality (AR) to enhance advanced additive and subtractive machining capabilit...

Modern War Institute | score 0.902

That requires intellectual rigor, operational relevance, and leaders prepared to think clearly in environments shaped by machine speed and persistent competition.

Modern War Institute | score 0.895

In furtherance of MWI’s three goals of research , integrate , and educate , this journal features content from academics, policy makers, and practitioners of the profession of arms—from the cadet level to the commander in chief—presented here with one goal: to help win tomorrow’s...

Modern War Institute | score 0.887

In furtherance of MWI’s three goals of research , integrate , and educate , this journal features content from academics, policy makers, and practitioners of the profession of arms—from the cadet level to the commander in chief—presented here with one goal: to help win tomorrow’s...

Modern War Institute | score 0.886

All submissions must have a clear tie to the publication theme to be considered.

Modern War Institute | score 0.882

Read More Molten Visions, Broken Blades: The Challenge of Forecasting the Character of Future Combat Antonio Salinas | 07.03.25 Ben Connable, Ground Combat: Puncturing the Myths of Modern War (Georgetown University Press,...

Modern War Institute | score 0.880

The views expressed are those of the authors, and do not reflect the official position of the United States Military Academy, Department of the Army, or Department of Defense.

Modern War Institute | score 0.878

The takeaways from the CBA experiences in Eastern Europe, along with the Israel/Hamas conflict and the persistent use of newly-emerging technology along our southern border, prompted the theme for this year’s Modern War Conference (MWC).

Modern War Institute | score 0.875

Ukraine Papers – 09OCT2025 Download Share on Facebook Share Share on Twitter Tweet Share on LinkedIn Share Send email Mail Print Print Share: Previous Inside the Battle of Shusha: An Urban Warfare Project Case Study Next Let Them Fly: To Generate Drone Combat Readiness, Army Inst...

Modern War Institute | score 0.868

Those we selected demonstrated both impressive accomplishments and a strong desire to contribute to improving our understanding of issues related to modern war, particularly in the Indo-Pacific.

Modern War Institute | score 0.864

Why Modernization of Army Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Should Be a Maneuver Responsibility Search Search for: Follow Us Facebook Youtube Twitter COMMON OPERATIONAL PICTURE Disclaimer The articles and other content which appear on the Modern War Institute website are unofficial...

Modern War Institute | score 0.863

MWI Podcast: The US Military’s Critical Minerals Challenge The US government established the National Defense Stockpile in 1939 to ensure that in the event of a major conflict, there would be enough raw materials on hand to continue production of vital...

Modern War Institute | score 0.858

Where Senior Leaders Should Worry The first source of friction is the burden on the division staff.

SAM.gov | score 0.917

Need capability to rEQUIRED CAPABILITIES To be considered capable, a Contractor must: For the following list of products, the contract must be able to provide the services listed in I., II., and III.

SAM.gov | score 0.910

Need capability for GOVERNMENT REQUESTS THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION : Can you meet the required capabilities herein and on the attached draft PWS?.

SAM.gov | score 0.899

Need capability for Government is not seeking proposals at this time and will not accept unsolicited proposals.

SAM.gov | score 0.892

Need capability to all interested parties need to become members of EMC2 to see the RFI and be able to receive the necessary documents that go along with it.

SAM.gov | score 0.892

Need capability to fIRMS THAT RECOGNIZE AND CAN PRODUCE THE REQUIRED ITEM DESCRIBED ABOVE ARE ENCOURAGED TO IDENTIFY THEMSELVES.

SAM.gov | score 0.889

Need capability to we are seeking information from industry partners developing innovative solutions that diagnose infection based on measures of the body's response rather than targeting specific pathogens.

SAM.gov | score 0.882

Need capability to upon completion of the purposes for which Government technical data has been provided, the offeror, and all subcontractors, vendors, and sub-vendors of the offeror, are required to destroy all documents, including all reproductions, duplications, or copies ther...

SAM.gov | score 0.878

Need capability to rEQUIREMENTS The contractor must possess a comprehensive range of capabilities to support manufacturing, integration, and prototyping efforts, with the ability to respond to same-day emergent needs at Cecil Field in Jacksonville, Florida.

SAM.gov | score 0.878

Need capability to required Capabilities The specific requirement under this sources sought notice is to provide highly capable and experienced Depot Level artisans to inspect, disassemble, modify, assemble, perform post-inspection, operational checks (if required) and document a...

SAM.gov | score 0.877

Need capability to this represents a "next level" next-generation clinical diagnostic capability for instances where direct pathogen detection may fail.

SAM.gov | score 0.876

Need capability for obsolescence of the current engine fleet and the limitations of the existing flat-bottom hull design in adverse weather conditions restrict operational capabilities and increase mission risk.

SAM.gov | score 0.869

Need capability to contractor is required to provide all management and labor required for the operation and management of the required services.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.890

Develop medical products that are interoperable and compatible across humans and dogs to meet the health needs of both human warfighters and military working dogs.

AFWERX | score 0.888

Develop decontamination treatments for military working dogs that have been exposed to toxic industrial chemicals and materials through the performance of their duties.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.888

Develop a non-invasive wearable device that can discretely detect biomarkers for and provide initial broad-spectrum treatment for pan-viral and pan-bacterial infections. If fielded for military use, it may require additional security measures.

AFWERX | score 0.885

Develop a whole blood product or substitute to aid in hemorrhage control for Military Working Dogs (MWD) after battlefield injury that can be used near the point of injury (POI) and throughout the continuum of care to reduce morbidity and mortality.

AFWERX | score 0.883

Develop medical products that are interoperable and compatible across humans and dogs to meet the health needs of both human warfighters and military working dogs.

AFWERX | score 0.882

Develop a non-invasive wearable device that can discretely detect biomarkers for and provide initial broad-spectrum treatment for pan-viral and pan-bacterial infections. If fielded for military use, it may require additional security measures.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.881

Develop a whole blood product or substitute to aid in hemorrhage control for Military Working Dogs (MWD) after battlefield injury that can be used near the point of injury (POI) and throughout the continuum of care to reduce morbidity and mortality.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.877

Develop decontamination treatments for military working dogs that have been exposed to toxic industrial chemicals and materials through the performance of their duties.

AFWERX | score 0.876

Evaluate previously developed traumatic brain injury (TBI) detection and treatments methods that can be repurposed for use in military working dogs (MWDs) after suffering from battlefield injuries.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.876

Evaluate previously developed traumatic brain injury (TBI) detection and treatments methods that can be repurposed for use in military working dogs (MWDs) after suffering from battlefield injuries.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.860

The DoD seeks to develop unguided behavioral discovery technologies to accelerate detection and medical countermeasure development against current and future threats. These platforms will enable: Quantification of novel behaviors in pre-clinical animal models that are more sensit...

AFWERX | score 0.847

Develop and demonstrate a self-contained, autonomous device capable of blood collection, temporary storage (<4hr), diagnostic testing, and transfusion, with continuous donor/recipient monitoring and alerts to issues, revolutionize safe, efficient and effective blood collection an...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.866

Develop Mid-Wave Infrared/Long-Wave Infrared (MWIR/LWIR) nonlinear optical (NLO) dyes embedded in sol-gel glass operating as an Optical Power Limiter that protects optical sensors from damage caused by high-intensity light by reducing transmittance at high input power levels such...

AFWERX | score 0.862

Develop Mid-Wave Infrared/Long-Wave Infrared (MWIR/LWIR) nonlinear optical (NLO) dyes embedded in sol-gel glass operating as an Optical Power Limiter that protects optical sensors from damage caused by high-intensity light by reducing transmittance at high input power levels such...

AFWERX | score 0.860

Design, fabricate, and verify the performance of a 3D-heterogeneously integrated photonic (HIP) imaging sensor consisting of a detector array, read-out integrated circuit (ROIC), and photonic transmitter.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.859

Design, fabricate, and verify the performance of a 3D-heterogeneously integrated photonic (HIP) imaging sensor consisting of a detector array, read-out integrated circuit (ROIC), and photonic transmitter.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.857

Demonstrate a prototype scalable laser driver for electron beam generation and design a 100-GeV system to fit within a 250 m3 footprint.

AFWERX | score 0.852

Develop a blue wavelength, high-power laser with a long coherence length capable of high pulse repetition frequencies.

AFWERX | score 0.852

Develop and demonstrate a prototype for photonic-electronic panel technology for the integration of photonic chips (PICs) that contain high-density three-dimensional chip-to-chip and intra- chip optical routing technology developed by the DARPA Heterogeneous Adaptively Produced P...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.845

Develop and demonstrate a prototype for photonic-electronic panel technology for the integration of photonic chips (PICs) that contain high-density three-dimensional chip-to-chip and intra-chip optical routing technology developed by the DARPA Heterogeneous Adaptively Produced Ph...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.841

Develop a blue wavelength, high-power laser with a long coherence length capable of high pulse repetition frequencies.

AFWERX | score 0.836

Develop a common Type 1 encryption device Hold-Up Battery (HUB) tester and accompanying low battery alert device.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.829

Develop a common Type 1 encryption device Hold-Up Battery (HUB) tester and accompanying low battery alert device.

AFWERX | score 0.824

Develop a Superconducting Magnetic Energy Storage (SMES) system to support intermittent pulsed power loads by providing a consistent load to the generation source during pulsed power duty cycle.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.938

Design, develop, and demonstrate a Highly Loaded Grain (HLG) technology in a 2.75 inch rocket motor to extend range in a tactically relevant form factor.

AFWERX | score 0.937

Design, develop, and demonstrate a Highly Loaded Grain (HLG) technology in a 2.75 inch rocket motor to extend range in a tactically relevant form factor.

AFWERX | score 0.925

Implement Highly Loaded Grain (HLG) propulsion technology into an existing 10-inch diameter rocket motor to create a tactically relevant, extended range rocket motor.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.921

Implement Highly Loaded Grain (HLG) propulsion technology into an existing 10-inch diameter rocket motor to create a tactically relevant, extended range rocket motor.

AFWERX | score 0.874

Develop and demonstrate a pilot-scale manufacturing process for producing high purity tetrakis(dimethylamido)zirconium(IV) (TDMAZ), tetrakis(dimethylamido)hafnium(IV) (TDMAH) and related metal dimethylamide compounds, with a targeted annual production capacity exceeding 6,000 kg ...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.871

Develop and demonstrate a pilot-scale manufacturing process for producing high purity tetrakis(dimethylamido)zirconium(IV) (TDMAZ), tetrakis(dimethylamido)hafnium(IV) (TDMAH) and related metal dimethylamide compounds, with a targeted annual production capacity exceeding 6,000 kg ...

AFWERX | score 0.861

Develop a throttleable solid-fuel Rotating Detonation Ramjet Engine (SFRDE) system by integrating a controllable gas generator to precisely regulate fuel supply, enabling stable and efficient Rotating Detonation Engine (RDE) operation.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.855

Develop a throttleable solid-fuel Rotating Detonation Ramjet Engine (SFRDE) system by integrating a controllable gas generator to precisely regulate fuel supply, enabling stable and efficient Rotating Detonation Engine (RDE) operation.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.786

Develop efficient and scalable methods for the production of norbornadiene from abundant domestic feedstocks.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.922

The U.S. Army is seeking innovative quantum sensor and photonics solutions from eligible small businesses across the U.S. through the xTech|Phantum competition. This platform offers participants the opportunity to engage with the Department of War (DoW), earn prize money and subm...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.918

Topic: ​​​Quantum Sensors and Quantum Clocks for Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT); Quantum Radio Frequency Sensors; Quantum Electromagnetic Sensors; Photonics Submission Dates: Apr 15 - May 13, 2026 Winner Announced: Jul 31, 2026 Who Can Submit: ​​U.S. based small business...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.914

Quantum Sensors and Quantum Clocks for Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) ​

Army xTechSearch | score 0.892

Quantum Radio Frequency Sensors ​

Defense Innovation Unit | score 0.854

ed for comprehensive inertial navigation. Extensive ground and flight tests will be executed this Fall. Lessons learned from qualifications of the space inertial sensor directly contributed to subsequent design cycles, emphasizing the benefits from rapid prototyping for emerging ...

Army xTechSearch | score 0.853

​ The U.S. Army is interested in cutting-edge technology solutions that will drive significant advancements in military capabilities while addressing complex challenges and enhancing national security. The competition seeks white papers for research and development efforts to pro...

AFWERX | score 0.838

Simplify the thermal management of practical atom-based quantum sensors based on alkali atoms by creating a passive atom source operated at thermal equilibrium based on a synthetic alkali vapor density for rubidium or cesium atoms.

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.838

Simplify the thermal management of practical atom-based quantum sensors based on alkali atoms by creating a passive atom source operated at thermal equilibrium based on a synthetic alkali vapor density for rubidium or cesium atoms.

Army xTechSearch | score 0.809

The U.S. Army is looking for a modular, lightweight, high fidelity position tracking capability to record the location and orientation of small unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The position tracking solution must provide accuracy on the order of centimeters and must not rely on dif...

AFWERX | score 0.918

Develop and implement a traceable, explainable, referenced, and reasoned Large Language Model (LLM) that functions as an on-demand Natural Language Processing (NLP) decision-support assistant for Naval Flight Officers (NFOs) and mission crew aboard a carrier-based, all weather, t...

AFWERX | score 0.917

Design, develop, and demonstrate an innovative airborne radio system with a reduction compared to current airborne radios. The solution will incorporate a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies to ensure seamless integration ...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.905

Design, develop, and demonstrate an innovative airborne radio system with a reduction compared to current airborne radios. The solution will incorporate a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies to ensure seamless integration ...

DoD SBIR/STTR (DSIP) | score 0.897

Develop and implement a traceable, explainable, referenced, and reasoned Large Language Model (LLM) that functions as an on-demand Natural Language Processing (NLP) decision-support assistant for Naval Flight Officers (NFOs) and mission crew aboard a carrier-based, all weather, t...

AFWERX | score 0.836

DSIP (DoW SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal)

AFWERX | score 0.832

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