This SBIR Phase-1 project will develop much needed alternatives and improvements for oruebted-buffer layers with high-critical-current YBCO films on metal-tape substrates. At present YBCO films on metal tapes are limited in superconducting quality largely due to unsatisfactory crystal structural… More

Not Available We propose development of a novel, microscale mass spectrometer system for continuous monitoring of air and, perhaps, recycled water in spacecraft/habitat environments. Upon completion of the Phase I and II programs we anticipate delivering a prototype sensor characterized by small… More

65807 Prior research has identified novel electron transport percolation effects in nanostructured thin films and structural epoxy adhesives that incorporate noble metal nanoclusters. Due to the ultrasmall size of the clusters, the onset of percolation can be controlled. Furthermore, the… More

This Air Force Phase I SBIR program would demonstrate the feasibility of ink jet print electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) processes for the low-cost fabrication of flexible photovoltaic arrays directly on polyimide substrates. ESA processing involves thecoating of substrate materials by the… More

The objective of the proposed STTR program is to develop and demonstrate robust, high temperature optical low-pass filters that may be formed directly on the windows of spectroscopic instrumentation used for rocket engine analysis. This work would solve the existing problem of excessive thermal… More

This Air Force SBIR program would develop multilayered low-loss ferrite thin film materials for use in high frequency power electronic DC-DC voltage converters for next-generation small and lightweight electronic systems. The emphasis of the Phase Iprogram is on the development of ferrite material… More

65329 This project will develop a closed loop control system using high temperatures electronics and optical devices to provide real time data analysis for more efficient oil well stimulation. The control system could be implemented in 600¿C environments for extended periods of time. High… More

Phase II SBIR program is to demonstrate the synthesis of multifunctional materials using electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) methods via bath and ink jet processing systems. NanoSonic will work with Separation Systems Technology (SST) to establish ink jetprinting of thin films on SST substrates for… More

Phase II SBIR program is to demonstrate the synthesis of multifunctional materials using electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) methods via bath and ink jet processing systems. NanoSonic will work with Separation Systems Technology (SST) to establish ink jetprinting of thin films on SST substrates for… More

This Small Business Innovative Research Phase I (SBIR) project will investigate the feasibility of utilizing nanoscale molecular self-assembly methods to synthesize high performance optical fiber-based humidity sensors for breathing diagnostics. NanoSonic proposes to use molecular-level… More

The purpose of the proposed BMDO Phase I program is to develop and commercialize ion-conducting thermally stable polymers for use as high temperature proton exchange membrane/membrane electrode assembly (PEM/MEA) materials with low methanol permeability ascomponents of direct methanol fuel cells… More

This Phase I SBIR program will investigate the feasibility of using molecular self-assembly processes for the formation of spectral coatings on helmet mounted display visors. Electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) involves the simple and low-cost coating ofsolid substrates by the alternate adsorption of… More

This STTR program would investigate the feasibility of ionic self-assembled monolayer (ISAM) synthesis techniques for the fabrication of flexible multilayer, multifunctional corrosion mitigating coatings for the protection of large area aluminum aircraftstructural components. NanoSonic and our… More

The proposed program would demonstrate the feasibility of electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) processes for the low-cost fabrication of adaptive reflector membranes for space-based optical systems. ESA processing involves coating solid substrates by the alternate adsorption of anionic and cationic… More

The purpose of the proposed OSD Phase I program is to develop and commercialize novel tissue solders based on a biodegradable copolymer system that contains a controlled degree of acrylate-terminated photoactive branch sites. This will result in a processthat, with the addition of a biocompatible… More

The proposed Phase II program will develop and transition to application electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) processing techniques for the manufacture of robust coatings for low-observable aircraft canopies, specifically the F-22 system. The roomtemperature and pressure ESA coating process consists… More

The proposed Phase II program will develop and transition to application electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) processing techniques for the manufacture of robust coatings for low-observable aircraft canopies, specifically the F-22 system. The roomtemperature and pressure ESA coating process consists… More

The proposed STTR program would develop nanocomposite structural materials with negative mechanical constitutive properties and extreme mechanical damping. Such negative stiffness materials would have direct applications in the low-cost passive damping of unwanted vibrations in aircraft and space… More

"The proposed Phase II program will optimize, upscale and transition to application electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) processes for the synthesis of durable optical coatings on helmet mounted display visors. The room temperature and pressure ESA coatingprocess consists of alternate adsorption of… More

The objective of the proposed STTR program is to develop and demonstrate robust, high temperature optical low-pass filters that may be formed directly on the windows of spectroscopic instrumentation used for rocket engine analysis. This work would solve the existing problem of excessive thermal… More

"The proposed BMDO SBIR program would develop polymer-based optical cladding materials and device structures for use in high-speed optical communication systems. NanoSonic Inc. would work with a major research university and a company involved in thedevelopment and evaluation of advanced… More

65329 This project will develop instrumentation for real-time control of oil production. The instrumentation includes surface and downhole tools for the measurement of oil-water percentages, temperature, pressure, and flow. The high temperature downhole tools will allow continuous well… More

NanoSonic and a major U.S. aerospace company would work together during the Phase I NASA SBIR program to develop a ground-based experiment to evaluate the potential advantages of the nanoscale self-assembly of electro-optic materials in space. For use in low-voltage, high frequency electro-optic… More

This NASA SBIR program would demonstrate the feasibility of incorporating electronically self-assembled low loss piezoelectric materials for the development of Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) based switches and filters. The primary focus of the Phase I program is to investigate suitable… More

65329 This project will develop instrumentation for real-time control of oil production. The instrumentation includes surface and downhole tools for the measurement of oil-water percentages, temperature, pressure, and flow. The high temperature downhole tools will allow continuous well… More

"This Navy Phase I SBIR program will develop and transition to application molecular self-assembly processing techniques for the manufacturing of mechanically and thermally robust multifunctional hard coatings for LO transparencies, specifically for the JSFsystem. The room temperature and pressure… More

"The objective of this Phase I BMDO SBIR program is to demonstrate the feasibility of inkjet print electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) of electronic and photonic devices on flexible nanosat surfaces. ESA processing consists of alternately adsorbing cationicand anionic molecules from water-based… More

"The purpose of the proposed Army Phase II program is to develop and commercialize novel tissue solders based on a biodegradable copolymer system that contains a controlled degree of acrylate-terminated photoactive branch sites. This will result in aprocess that, with the addition of a biocompatible… More

"The proposed program would develop high-speed optical fiber Bragg grating sensors and signal processing methods for the near real-time detection of acoustic emission events and associated material damage in advanced aircraft structures. Acoustic emissionis associated with the occurrence and… More

"The purpose of the proposed Army Phase II program is to develop and commercialize novel tissue solders based on a biodegradable copolymer system that contains a controlled degree of acrylate-terminated photoactive branch sites. This will result in aprocess that, with the addition of a biocompatible… More

"The purpose of the proposed OSD Phase I program is to develop and commercialize ion-conducting thermally stable polymers for use as high temperature proton exchange membrane/membrane electrode assemblies (PEM/MEA) materials with low methanol permeabilityas components of direct methanol fuel cells… More

The objective of the proposed Air Force Phase II STTR program is to develop polymer/nanocluster-based corrosion-inhibiting coatings for the protection of metal aircraft components. Researchers at the company and on campus would work together to improveand characterize novel protective coatings that… More

The purpose of the proposed BMDO Phase II program is to develop and commercialize ion-conducting thermally stable polymers for use as high temperature proton exchange membrane/membrane electrode assembly (PEM/MEA) materials with low methanol permeabilityas components of direct methanol fuel cells… More

72452S03-I This project will develop and commercialize ion-conducting thermally stable polymers for use as high-temperature proton exchange membrane/membrane electrode assemblies (PEM/MEA) materials. The materials will have low methanol permeability to allow their use as components of direct… More

The objective of the proposed MDA Phase II program is to develop the capabilities to manufacture next-generation radio frequency (RF) and microwave device components relevant to the design of a phased array antenna system onto flexible and easily formablesubstrates using low-cost inkjet print self… More

We propose to build and test an active-passive acoustic absorber for the Scorpius(TM) launch vehicle. The absorber is designed to couple into the first few acoustic modes of the payload fairing cavity. Mechanical designs are tuned to the lowest frequencymode and the higher-frequency modes are… More

The objective of the proposed program is to develop and transition thermally and electrically conductive nanocomposites for improved packaging and thermal control in missile defense electronic modules and systems. During Phase I, NanoSonic would work witha major U.S. military electronics… More

The proposed SBIR program would design and implement effective, networked multi-sensor means for the detection of submarines at close range in littoral waters. During Phase I, NanoSonic would develop two designs for simple, low-cost and biodegradablesubmarine detection sensors and multi-sensor… More

The implementation of the phase-space, wave-kinetic method is proposed for the simulation of photonic crystals. Although full-wave methods lead to higher accuracy, computational speed remains a problem. Consequently, a subset of the wave-kinetic method isproposed which nearly has the speed of… More

This Small Business Innovation Research Phase I project aims to develop novel photonic crystal-based optical fiber sensors for the rapid measurement of temperature for real-time process control and civil structure monitoring applications. A patented molecular-level electrostatic self-assembly (ESA)… More

This Air Force Phase I SBIR program will develop and transition to application molecular self-assembly processing techniques for the manufacturing of photo-initiated electrochromic variable transmittance coatings for helmet mounted display visors. Theroom temperature and pressure molecular… More

This Small Business Innovation Research Phase I project will develop optical fiber sensors for the quantitative measurement of humidity and air flow for use in medical diagnostics for breathing. Initial research indicates that these physically small and mechanically robust sensors respond over a… More

This Navy STTR program would develop methods for the rapid three-dimensional prototyping and manufacturing of nanocomposite materials with multiple controlled constitutive properties. NanoSonic Inc. and the Department of Chemistry at Virginia Tech wouldcooperatively investigate techniques for the… More

This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I project is to develop noble metal and polymer stabilized magnetic nanoparticles and biodegradable microspheres as nanovehicles for use in magnetically guided drug delivery. Site-specific release of therapeutic agents results in greatly reduced… More

The objective of this Navy Phase II program is to optimize the electrical conductivity, uniformity, transmission, chemical and abrasion resistance of transparency coatings developed during Phase I. NanoSonic will collaborate with a leading Aeronautics corporation and transparency supplier to… More

The objective of this Phase II MDA program is to transition thermally and electrically conductive nanocomposites into missile defense electronic modules for improved packaging and thermal control. During Phase II, NanoSonic's thermal management materials would be integrated into BAE Systems North… More

New and effective techniques of acoustic suppression are critical in lightweight composite payload fairings currently launched on expendable launch vehicles. The objective of this research is to develop a system of active acoustic absorbers to be integrated within payload fairings to … More

The purpose of the proposed SBIR Air Force Phase II project is to develop a variable transmittance device utilizing a drop on demand "direct write" process. The end result of this proposed program would be the design and fabrication of a multifunctional electrochromic coating with antireflective… More

This Small Business Innovation Research Phase II project will develop and commercialize optical fiber sensors for the quantitative measurement of humidity and air flow for breathing diagnostics. Prior Phase I work has demonstrated that these physically small and mechanically robust sensors respond… More

The objective of this Phase II ONR program is to transition innovative nanocomposites and rapid prototype processing methods into Navy platforms. During Phase I, NanoSonic developed inkjet printing materials for rapid three-dimensional prototyping and manufacturing of nanocomposite materials with… More

Temperature-sensitive paints (TSP) are a reliable way to monitor surface temperature without the need for physical contact with the test subject. Luminescent probes are incorporated into a surface treatment and the change in luminescent output with temperature is monitored optically or by… More

The objective of the proposed NASA SBIR program is to design, fabricate and evaluate the performance of self-assembled nanostructured sensors for the health monitoring of advanced aerospace materials and structures. NanoSonic would work with a major U.S. research university and a large U.S.… More

NanoSonic would develop low cost manufacturing methods for producing radiation hardened nonvolatile Chalcogenide based Random Access Memory (RAM) and magneto-resistive RAM with BAE Systems and Lockheed Martin to improve near term and next generation MDA programs including Theatre High Altitude Area… More

75245-A material that possessed the combined properties of ultralow mechanical modulus (rubber) and very high electrical and thermal conductivities (metal) would have numerous commercial applications. For example, such elastic conducting ¿metal rubber¿ materials would allow the manufacturing of… More

The proposed Air Force SBIR program would develop antireflective coatings for image intensifier tube faceplates. Such coatings would improve the performance of military night vision devices by allowing more light to enter the image intensifier tube and simultaneously reducing the "veiling… More

Temperature-sensitive paints (TSP) and pressure-sensitive paints (PSP) are a reliable way to map surface response to change in pressure and temperature. Luminescent probes are incorporated into a surface treatment and the change in luminescent intensity or the change in the lifetime of the… More

The objective of the proposed SBIR Phase I program is to develop highly thermally and electrically conductive nanocomposites for space-based flip chips for performance over a wide service temperature range (-60 ?C to 400 ?C). Novel polyorganosiloxanes with controlled concentrations of pendent… More

72452-Current membrane technology needs to be improved if direct methanol fuel cells (DMFC) are to be used to power electronic devices. Polymer electrolyte/proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell systems represent an environmentally friendly power source for a wide range of applications ¿… More

This SBIR program would develop a process for the integration of electrically networked sensors and actuators with physically large composite military structures and platforms. NanoSonic would use its patented electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) process to form elastomeric, electrically conductive… More

72452-Current membrane technology needs to be improved if direct methanol fuel cells (DMFC) are to be used to power electronic devices. Polymer electrolyte/proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell systems represent an environmentally friendly power source for a wide range of applications ¿… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The research outlined in this proposal is based on the observation that stent failure is due, in part, to acute thrombus accumulation combined with chronic hemodynamic and solid mechanical stress created by these devices within the host vessel. The proposed… More

In support of the Navy's expanding role for UUVs, NanoSonic will demonstrate a unique, magnetoelectric sensor and its integration with an ONR sponsored UUV. The local magnetic field within the undersea environment holds particular interest to the Navy in multiple applications including unexploded… More

This Phase I STTR program proposes to investigate the feasibility of constructing a reconfigurable antenna on a custom substrate. To this end, we propose to investigate a promising method by which the antenna's elements can be remotely interconnected. Additionally, NanoSonic's unique material… More

The objective of the proposed BMDO Phase II SBIR Program is to develop processing methodologies for the fabrication and development of photonic crystal (PC) devices and electro-optic (EO) materials for use in the near ultaviolet (UV) to far infrared (IR) optical wavelength regime, for both next… More

The proposed SBIR Phase II program would implement a multi-sensor system for the detection of submarines at close range in littoral waters. During Phase I, NanoSonic examined several options and downselected these options to a single implementation. In cooperation with a major DoD contractor… More

This SBIR program would develop a process for the integration of electrically networked sensors and actuators with physically large composite military structures and platforms. NanoSonic would use its patented electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) process to form elastomeric, electrically conductive… More

75245S This project will develop a ¿metal rubber¿ product ¿ a highly electrically-conductive, elastomeric, and transparent nanocomposite ¿ that maintains electrical conductivity or provides EMI shielding while under mechanical, thermal, and environmental stress. The materieal can be used as… More

The proposed Phase II program will optimize, upscale and transition to application electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) processing techniques for the manufacture of antireflective coatings for image intensifier tube faceplates. The room temperature and pressure ESA coating process consists of… More

79274 Current fuel cell bipolar plate technology requires costly, time consuming fabrication steps that result in a high cost per unit energy. Typically, metallic-based materials are used, which are heavy and limited by corrosion and chemical resistance, and graphite-based materials, which are… More

The local magnetic field within the undersea environment holds particular interest to the Navy in multiple applications including mapping, unexploded ordinance detection and bottomed submarines. In support of the Navy's expanding role for AUVs for this application, NanoSonic will construct and… More

During the proposed Phase I SBIR program, NanoSonic will fabricate novel multilayered self-assembled coatings onto the surface of infrared (IR) optical substrates that will impart exceptional hardness, impact and thermal shock resistance properties, far superior to that of the uncoated material. In… More

In this Phase I SBIR program, NanoSonic would apply its expertise in analytical and computational techniques in electromagnetics to implement and validate a powerful solution for detection of obscured and hidden targets. In accomplishing this program, NanoSonic has significant experience with random… More

NanoSonic proposes to develop a Polymer MicroElectroMechanical System (PMEMS) device-based sensor for the health-monitoring of wear and corrosion in coatings for this Air Force SBIR program. During Phase I, NanoSonic would design and fabricate novel electrically-conductive, nanostructured thin film… More

NanoSonic, Inc. specializes in electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) processing of well-defined inorganic nanoclusters and high performance organic polymers which has led to a family of METAL RUBBERT transparent, electrically conductive, free standing elastomeric films. This novel approach yields… More

The purpose of the proposed Air Force SBIR Phase I program is to develop an automated inkjet based process for generation of random camouflage theater pattern appliqu¿s for composite tactical shelters. Complex 2-D patterns will be fabricated via a set of computer generated graphics instructions,… More

This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I research project will develop a low-cost nano-composite self-assembled thermoelectric system via a commercially viable manufacturing process. Control of homogeneity at the molecular level dictates the ultimate performance of the thermoelectric… More

NanoSonic has fabricated revolutionary nanostructured, yet macroscale, multifunctional Metal RubberTM films via layer-by-layer, molecular self-assembly, which enables thickness and placement control over multiple constituents for true nanostructured multifunctionality and homogeneity (surface… More

The objective of the proposed program is to develop lightweight and highly elastic electrically conducting interconnects and strain sensor arrays for next generation adaptive aerospace vehicles and structures. The systems-level problem this would solve is the inability of currently available… More

The objective of this Phase I SBIR program is to develop low-cost, elastomeric nanocomposites as blast resistant coatings with exceptional fire resistance. The novel copolymer systems would be synthesized from the chemical modification of a number of siloxane templates with silsesquioxane and… More

NanoSonic has developed revolutionary nanostructured, yet macroscale, multifunctional Metal RubberTM films. In support of NASA's Vision for Space Exploration, low cost Metal RubberTM freestanding or conformal skins would be optimized as protective coatings for human and robotic space exploration. … More

The proposed research is to model, design and develop a prototype backpack harness that is capable of generating electricity due to the differential forces between the wearer and a backpack that occur during walking while minimizing the weight and effect on the soldier. The design will replace the… More

Forward looking infrared (FLIR) systems are imaging devices that use two basic ranges of the infrared portion of the electromagnetic spectrum: 3-5 µm (MWIR) and 8-12 µm (LWIR). These systems have applications in naval vessels, helicopters, armored fighting vehicles and fixed-wing aircraft. The… More

The generation of solar thermal energy requires a large number of mirror concentrators. These mirrors are expensive to produce, which raises the initial investment in the system. Moreover, the mirrors lose their reflectivity over time, reducing system efficiency and increasing cost due to periodic… More

NanoSonic has developed revolutionary nanostructured, inorganic/organic hybrid Metal RubberT and Ceramic RubberT coatings. Specifically, ultra-lightweight (< 0.98 g/cc), nanostructured conformal coatings with low CTE, thermal protection (> 450 C, 842 F) and abrasion / wear resistance with excellent… More

NanoSonic proposes to develop sensors for the health-monitoring of F-35/Joint Strike Fighter through this Air Force SBIR program. During Phase I, NanoSonic would design and fabricate novel nanostructured thin film sensors formed by Electrostatic Self-Assembly (ESA) to detect material deterioration… More

This Phase I SBIR program will produce a computational electromagnetics (CEM) tool to efficiently determine high fidelity solutions for arbitrarily configured ESAs and for the optimization of ESAs in electromagnetically varying environments. Two CEM technologies would be used: a state-of-the-art… More

NanoSonic would produce lightweight (< 0.98 g/cc), ablation resistant, rad hard, EMI shielding (-70 dB), inorganic-organic hybrid nanocomposites with ultra-high thermal stability (> 450 C). NanoSonic is the only manufacturer of Metal Rubber nanostructured yet macroscale (8' x 4') films and… More

During the proposed Phase I SBIR program, NanoSonic will fabricate novel multilayered self-assembled anti-reflective coatings onto the surface of space-based detector substrates that will impart improved durability and broadband transmission exceeding the current treatment technology. NanoSonic… More

NanoSonic has developed Metal RubberT, a revolutionary nanocomposite with bulk resistivity (up to 2 x 10-5 ∙cm) that can be repeatedly strained and maintain electromagnetic integrity. Unlike typical nanocomposites that require 20-80 volume % filler (Ag flake) or 1-5 volume % for… More

NanoSonic proposes to develop a durable fully-integrated nanostructured sensor to detect surface-related phenomena, such as wear/corrosion, of military aircraft; specifically, a Metal Rubber(TM) corrosion detection system. Metal RubberT (MRT) is a multifunctional nanostructured material that can… More

The purpose of the proposed Air Force Phase I SBIR program is to demonstrate the feasibility of ultra-lightweight conformal sensor elements and patterned arrays based on Metal RubberT gossamer nanocomposite materials. The small size, low weight, conformability and simplicity of these sensors make… More

The objective of the proposed Navy SBIR program is to demonstrate economical, high performance, multifunctional bridge window coatings that offer high levels of electrical conductivity, high optical transmission, high levels of hydrophilicity (for anti-fogging and anti-reflection), and improved… More

The objective of the proposed Air Force SBIR program is to develop prototyping capability for the design integration of long length scale structural health monitoring (SHM) sensors with reusable launch vehicle (RLV) structures to enable quick analysis and turnaround. NanoSonic would work with… More

NanoSonic would produce highly ordered dielectric-polymer hybrid nanocomposites with high dielectric strength via the modification of high performance polymer backbones (demonstrated for high kV/dt applications) with controlled mole fractions of ferroelectric complexing and crosslink sites. Such… More

This proposed SBIR program would develop low loss, structural, high performance polymer matrix nanocomposites with controlled permittivity for radome applications. A radome's function is to protect the antenna, modify the impact of the antenna on the hydrodynamics, and the radar cross-section of the… More

This Navy SBIR program would develop and demonstrate conformal Metal RubberT thin film sensor materials and interconnects for the measurement of near-wall skin friction and turbulence at the surface of underwater structural components. Metal RubberT is a self-assembled electrically conducting,… More

This program would develop conformal sensor skin arrays based on self-assembled Metal RubberT nanocomposites for the distributed spatial measurement of skin friction and drag near the surfaces of large wind tunnels. NanoSonic would analytically model and experimentally demonstrate the performance… More

This Phase I SBIR program will result in the design, simulation and construction of portions of a prototype Ku/Ka-band array. To accomplish this task, NanoSonic is staffed or has teamed with a unique combination of engineers, chemists and materials scientists capable of producing and simulating this… More

The objective of the proposed SBIR program is to develop wet chemistry nanopatterning techniques compatible with conventional IC gate array processing materials and methods, and capable of fabricating conducting nanorod geometries to address individual elements in dense arrays. NanoSonic and the… More

The objective of this Phase I SBIR is to develop zirconium dioxide - silicon nitride nanocomposites as high temperature, corrosion resistant thermal barrier coatings for turbine engine components. The novel nanocomposite coatings would consist of zirconium dioxide nanoparticles encapsulated with… More

NanoSonic proposes to develop a low-weight, non-invasive in situ autonomous health-monitoring system for crewmembers' lunar extravehicular activity (EVA). This novel sensor technology aims at monitoring health status to improve comfort and efficiency of astronaut as well as to eliminate… More

The objective of this NASA Phase II program is to develop and increase the Technology Readiness Level of multifunctional Metal RubberTM (MRTM) materials that can be used as 1) large strain sensors, and 2) strain-insensitive electrical interconnects for aerospace systems and structures. The… More

NanoSonic has developed revolutionary nanostructured, yet macroscale, multifunctional Metal RubberTM films. In support of NASA's Vision for Space Exploration, low cost Metal RubberTM freestanding or conformal skins are being optimized as protective coatings for human and robotic space exploration. … More

Photovoltaic arrays for future deep space NASA missions demand multiple functionalities. They must efficiently generate electrical power, have very large areas and very low areal mass densities, mechanical flexibility to allow them to be compactly stowed and deployed in space, and the ability to… More

Solar thermal energy conversion is currently the lowest-cost source for environmentally-friendly, renewable solar energy. However, to make this technology cost competitive with conventional power generation, capital investment must be reduced through increased component longevity or increased… More

This Phase I SBIR program will result in the application and characterization of highly conductive, inexpensive, nanostructured textiles and composites for ultra lightweight, low-volume antenna applications. Metal RubberTM is a highly successful product for NanoSonic and has tested well for… More

The code developed in this Phase II SBIR program would remove computational barriers to the application of full-wave computational electromagnetics to the design and analysis of large antenna arrays mounted on arbitrary platforms. Starting with a state-of-the-art computational electromagnetics (CEM)… More

This Small Business Innovation Research Program Phase I proposal will demonstrate the feasibility of the proposed electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) processes for the large-area and low-cost fabrication of allinorganic nanocrystal photovoltaic (NC-PV) devices. Current limitations for organic PV… More

NanoSonic has developed a proprietary nanostructured spray self-assembly (SSA) manufacturing technique for the production of super lightweight (0.98g/cc) conformal coatings and space tolerant structures with multiple controlled static or variable electromagnetic (EM) properties. Resultant highly… More

NanoSonic has developed Metal RubberT, a highly electrically conductive nanocomposite with tailored surface resistivity (as low as 0.2 /) that can be repeatedly strained to greater than 1000% while maintaining electromagnetic integrity. Unlike typical dense, brittle nanocomposites… More

This Phase I SBIR program will result in the design, simulation and construction of a prototype of a multi-band GPS/Communication system antenna. To accomplish this task, NanoSonic is staffed or has teamed with a unique combination of engineers, chemists and materials scientists capable of… More

This program would investigate the feasibility of molecular-level "bottom-up" chemical processing to form metamaterials for operation in the visible and near-IR portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. Electrostatic self-assembly (ESA) processes would be used to pattern multilayer arrays of… More

NanoSonic proposes to develop an innovative fabric coating for future aircrew life support equipment that is flame-resistant, antimicrobial, breathable, durable, comfortable, and provides water-immersion protection superior to current legacy aircrew life support equipment using Electrostatic… More

NanoSonic has developed a nanostructured spray self-assembly manufacturing method that has resulted in ultra-lightweight (< 0.4g/cc) textile interconnects for photovoltaic arrays, durable EMI shielding (-70 dB) solar collector membranes with unprecedented flexibility (> 1000%), and multi-layer, high… More

This NASA Phase II SBIR program would develop comfortable garments with multiple integrated sensor functions for the monitoring of astronauts during long duration space missions. During Phase I, NanoSonic demonstrated the feasibility of using its patented Metal RubberTM sheet and fabric materials as… More

In this SBIR Phase I program, NanoSonic would work with a major research university and a large DoD prime contractor to investigate the application of tethered antennas to UUVs. Through this program, NanoSonic's team would perform system design and feasibility studies as well as produce designs and… More

This program would develop high-strength, low bendloss singlemode optical payout fibers with Magnetic RubberT coatings, and magnetic mandrel bobbins, for high speed underwater communication data links. Unlike conventional fiber-wound bobbin designs, magnetically-coated optical fiber and a magnetic… More

The objective of this Phase I STTR program is to develop innovative lightweight (density < 1.17 g/cm3) polyureasiloxane hybrid coatings as multi-mechanism blast, fragmentation and environmental protective coatings for the Marine Corps Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle. NanoSonic will synergistically… More

The objective of this Navy STTR program is to develop and demonstrate methodologies for ultrahigh loading of carbon nanotubes in thermosetting resins and engineering thermoplastics. A combinatorial approach will be pursued to achieve the STTR goal: partially involving the use of novel molecularly… More

The purpose of this Phase I NASA SBIR program is to develop high performance multifunctional nanostructured materials that can be used to fabricate icephobic multifunctional appliquýýs with enhanced erosion resistance for rotorcraft leading edges. The proposed technology offers integrated… More

This SBIR program would develop multifunctional structural composite materials based on NanoSonic's Metal RubberT. The Metal RubberT composites would offer mechanical stiffness-to-weight comparable with conventional cross-ply laminate face sheet and structural composite materials, but also… More

The objective of this Phase I SBIR program is to design, synthesize and qualify innovative optically transparent ballistic and abrasion resistant hybrid polysiloxane nanocomposites for use as protective coatings on polycarbonate protective equipment. Researchers will synergistically combine the… More

This Phase I Small Business Innovation Research project is to design and fabricate Nanocrystal Thin Film Transistor (NC-TFT) devices for flexible display application, using molecular level self-assembly performed at room temperature. Specifically, this project will combine advances in semiconductive… More

The objective of this Army Phase II SBIR program is to transition demonstrated wet chemistry molecular electronic device manufacturing concepts to both near-term defense system applications, and the longer-term development of a broader range of electronic and optoelectronic device functionalities. … More

The objective of this Phase II DARPA SBIR program is to further optimize, tailor NanoSonic's silicon nitride anticorrosion nanocomposite coatings for integration within current and future turbine engine systems. By synergistically combining the exceptional thermomechanical properties, thermal shock… More

During Phase I of this SBIR program, NanoSonic has developed a novel, ultra-lightweight (

This Navy Phase II SBIR program would demonstrate the performance and increase the TRL of nanostructured Metal RubberT-based corrosion sensor elements and interrogation systems for use on legacy military aircraft. This will involve demonstration of sensor materials, wire-connected and wireless RF… More

The objective of this Phase II program is to further optimize NanoSonic's non-halogenated hybrid polysiloxane - modified acrylic composite coatings for integration within current and future U.S. Navy ship structures requiring enhanced flame, blast and ballistic protection. By synergistically… More

The overall goal of this SBIR program is to develop, demonstrate, and qualify an improved bridge window system for insertion on next generation DDG51 and other surface ships. The goal of the Phase II effort is to combine and transition the technologies demonstrated during Phase I into a complete,… More

Through this Phase II SBIR program, NanoSonic would optimize materials and processes to produce a manufacturable, robust, and highly integrated phased array antenna. NanoSonic will work with the USMC and a major defense contractor to establish the needed antenna characteristics that will satisfy the… More

ABSTRACT: This Air Force Phase II SBIR program would apply thin film Metal RubberT sensor skin arrays to the quantitative measurement of distributed flow on Micro Air Vehicle (MAV) control surface test articles. During the Phase I program, NanoSonic designed and synthesized electrically… More

Global monitoring for nonproliferation of weapons of mass destruction typically involves standoff detection through remote sensing technologies (radar, ladar, optical imaging, etc.). A backscattered radar or optical waveform contains information in its amplitude, phase, and polarization as well as… More

The overall objective of the proposed Phase I SBIR program is to develop and demonstrate extremely low cost, lightweight, robust frictional drag reduction nanocomposite coatings that provide high levels of corrosion resistance and flame retardant for use

The objective of this Air Force SBIR program is to determine the feasibility to use carbon nanotubes for fabrication of composite materials for a broad range of space systems electronics applications. NanoSonic will build on its patented nanocomposite synthesis and self-assembly fabrication… More

The objective of this Air Force SBIR program is to develop flexible, conformal Metal RubberT sensor skin appliqu,s for the distributed measurement of skin friction and pressure on aeroelastically tailored wind tunnel models. The sensor skin arrays would allow the direct mapping of shear and normal… More

During Phase I of NanoSonic's SBIR program, researchers synthesized and characterized over 200 polyorganosiloxane nanocomposite coatings and statistically down-selected optimized materials with exceptional optical clarity, ballistic impact durability, abrasion resistance and HVLP spray… More

The objective of this NASA SBIR program is to develop conformal Metal RubberTM sensor skins for the distributed measurement of wall shear or skin friction on rotorcraft rotor blades. The sensor skin arrays would allow the direct two-dimensional mapping of both orthogonal components of tangential… More

The objective of this NASA STTR program is to develop conformal thin film sensors and sensor arrays for the direct measurement and mapping of distributed skin friction on the surfaces of flight-test vehicles and wind tunnel models at DFRC and other NASA centers. NanoSonic would use its patented… More

The overall objective of this NASA SBIR program is to develop technology enablers for NASA's rotorcraft vision to facilitate rotorcraft operation in all weather environments. Specifically, NanoSonic will build on its successful completion of Phase I objectives and first generation test article… More

NanoSonic would develop ultra-lightweight (0.98 g/cc), breathable, nanostructured, yet large area Metal RubberT Skins and Textiles with active thermal control. The proposed SHIVER-Suits (Shape Memory Integrated Vital Energy Resource) for U.S. Special Operation Forces are expected to extend both the… More

This award is funded under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-5). This NSF Phase II SBIR program aims to develop and demonstrate large area and high performance nanocrystal thin film transistor (NC-TFT) based active matrix backplanes for flexible display… More

NanoSonic proposes to develop an innovative, ultralow mass density, and non-intrusive sensor system for ultra long duration balloons that will operate in the most extreme environmental conditions. Specifically, the sensors would be integrated onto the load bearing seams and/or outer balloon mesh… More

In support of NASA's Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate, NanoSonic would optimize our moisture-resistant aerospace adhesives with in-situ corrosion mitigating surface treatments to improve aviation safety by reducing durability related hazards on subsonic commercial aircraft. NanoSonic… More

This proposed SBIR program would develop low loss, structural, high performance polymer matrix nanocomposites with controlled permittivity for radome applications. A radome's function is to protect the antenna, modify the impact of the antenna on the hydrodynamics, and the radar cross-section of the… More

NanoSonic specializes in the production of multifunctional, nanostructured morphing airfoils and hydrofoils via Shape Memory-Metal RubberT (SM-MR). SM-MRT would be exploited as a smart towed array hose that can both sense and change its shape under sea-water to reduce damaging strum-induced… More

This program would investigate new lightweight imaging and detection materials for use in IR imaging systems for UAVs. During Phase I, infrared wavelength metamaterials and quantum nanocluster detector arrays would be designed, and experimental prototypes fabricated and analyzed. Material and… More

This Army SBIR program would demonstrate the feasibility of forming weapon sighting reticles inside the bulk volumes of optical components. Bulk aluminosilicate glass optical components would be fabricated using layer-by-layer self-assembly processing techniques. These non-traditional processes… More

NanoSonic has recently developed nanostructured, large area (3' x 10') Shape Memory Metal RubberT (SM-MRT), a highly flexible, shielding, morphing ballistic defense missile super skin. NanoSonic would develop advanced synergistic morphing-sensing-shielding materials for interceptor kill vehicle… More

NanoSonic specializes in the production of low cost, ultra-lightweight (0.98vg/cc), highly EMI shielding (-70 dB SE) Au-nanoparticle based Metal RubberT Skins and Textiles. We have recently demonstrated Metal RubberT with shape memory polymers (SMP) and Ag nanoparticles, resulting in active,… More

In support of the Naval Air Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Systems'' mission to rapidly deploy portable, autonomous sensor systems for training ranges in threat representative locale, NanoSonic offers Piezo-RubberT, maritime power harvesting transducers. Piezo-RubberT distributed skins would exploit… More

The objective of this Phase I SBIR program is to develop spray depositable, environmentally durable nanoporous polyorganosiloxane nanocomposite thermal barrier coatings for protecting aircraft structures from temperatures > 500 oF. The proposed coating technology will serve as a replacement for… More

This Phase I SBIR program will be used to demonstrate advanced simulation, materials and fabrication processes for conformal antennas enhanced by the addition of substrates and superstrates with customized permittivity, permeability and through the application of metamaterials. To accomplish this… More

This SBIR program would demonstrate the feasibility of replacing heavy metal materials and components onboard unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) with equivalent materials and components fabricated using lightweight Metal RubberT. Metal RubberT is a self-assembled nanocomposite material with an… More

Integrated gasification combined cycle (IGCC) power plants represent the next generation electrical power source for our nation¿s increasing power needs, while also providing an environmentally responsible process for minimizing pollution from greenhouse gases. IGCC systems offer a more efficient… More

Conventional solar-receiver piping used in solar power systems uses steel pipe, an absorbing coating, and a concentric glass tube separated axially from the pipe by an evacuated space. This conventional pipe design works, but suffers from high manufacturing cost, a lack of environmental robustness,… More

NanoSonic has developed Metal RubberT, a highly electrically conductive nanocomposite with tailored surface resistivity (as low as 0.2 /) and EMI shielding up to 70dB that can be repeatedly strained to greater than 1000% while maintaining electromagnetic integrity. Unlike typical… More

The purpose of this effort is to transition NanoSonic's Phase II optimized blast and flame protective coatings to continuous pilot scale manufacturing and large scale plural component spray deposition processes. Additionally, NanoSonic will provide nanocomposite coated shipboard panels to Northrop… More

The overall goal of this proposed Army STTR is to demonstrate low-cost, non-destructive methodologies for non-agglomerating drying of anisotropic nanomaterials. NanoSonic and Virginia Tech will work in tandem to demonstrate novel approaches involving both high performance coatings and CO2… More

The Air Force Phase I STTR program would develop and demonstrate high temperature version of 'sensor skins' capable of multi-axis flow characterization on air breathing hypersonic engines. This would build upon NanoSonic's successful demonstration of Metal RubberT transducer materials for the… More

The objective of this Phase I SBIR program is to design, construct and qualify next generation ceramic copolymer drysuit liners for providing multi-threat protection to special operations forces (SOF) divers from laceration, abrasion and puncture threats. The proposed lightweight, highly flexible… More

In support of NASA Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate and Aviation Safety Mission, NanoSonic has developed a series of moisture and corrosion mitigating, ultra-hydrophobic, environmentally tunable, nanophase separating adhesive modifiers and complementary high performance, wide service… More

NanoSonic has developed Shape Memory Metal RubberT (SM-MR) skins that exhibit reconfigurable and durable RF properties and can be repeatedly and severely morphed without loss of EMI shielding (-88dB). Recently, it was found that SM-MR exhibits greater gamma ray attenuation relative to commercial… More

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NanoSonic has demonstrated that Shape Memory Metal RubberTM (SM-MR) adaptive skins exhibit reconfigurable and durable RF properties. It is hypothesized that such morphing skins shall also exhibit durable radiation resistance upon morphing; a property that few, if any, flexible materials offer. … More

The objective of this NASA STTR program is to develop single wall carbon nanotube (SWCNT) based ultracapacitors for energy storage devices (ESD) application, using NanoSonic's patented molecular level self-assembly process performed at room temperature. Specifically, we would combine advances in… More

Concern over CO2 emissions and global greenhouse effects has prompted new uses for reclaimed CO2 effluent from coal fired power plants. Similarly, volatile organic solvent emissions have prompted an initiative to identify cleaner solvents for high performance polymer processing, particularly when… More

The purpose of this Air Force SBIR program is to develop and demonstrate normal and shear force sensor films made of NanoSonic's novel Metal RubberT sensors that will be used to provide continuous, dynamic measurements of the forces generated under aircraft tire treads. The use of Metal RubberT… More

NanoSonic has developed Shape Memory-Metal RubberT (SM-MR), a highly electrically conductive, mechanically adaptive, thermoresponsive skins for morphing unmanned air systems (UAS). Extremely durable SM-MR skins exhibit high DC and RF conductivity, up to -88 dB EMI SE upon repeated, severe disparate… More

In this Phase I project, NanoSonic would perform trade studies for multiple antenna systems meeting the wide field-of-view and multiple beam aperture set forth in this solicitation. An initial design for a phased array and reflectarray would be performed; in this task NanoSonic would work with a… More

NanoSonic specializes in the design and synthesis of non-commodity, wide service temperature range (-120C to > 350C), polar poly(organosiloxanes) pressure sensitive adhesives (PSAs). NanoSonic has demonstrated that the mole fraction of polar sidechain units dictates the adhesive… More

NanoSonic plans to develop a novel, lightweight, and conformal sensor skin that would measure skin friction to assess near-wall surface flows of underwater vessels. Specifically, a thin nanostructured sensor skin that can be conformally attached onto a substrate or vessel to monitor skin friction… More

The overall objective of the proposed SBIR program is to develop, optimize, qualify, and transition low cost, lightweight, robust frictional drag reduction nanocomposite coatings that provide high levels of corrosion resistance and flame retardance. The objectives of the proposed Phase II SBIR… More

While radiation shielding primarily depends on mass density and thickness, NanoSonic has physically demonstrated 1) self-assembled SMART garments based on high z nanostructured elements that do not emit harmful secondary radiation, and 2) significant improvements in gamma ray attenuation (under… More

NanoSonicf?Ts breakthrough technology of Metal RubberTM lends itself to the Armyf?Ts objective of reducing the EMI susceptibility of wiring on advanced helicopters, by 1) improving the performance of current technology wiring harnesses, and 2) using Metal Rubberf?Ts unique characteristics to… More

NanoSonic has developed advanced synergistic morphing-sensing-shielding materials for interceptor kill vehicle structures as key enablers for state-of-the-art ultra Lightweight Kill Vehicle (LKV) ballistic missile defense system (BMDS) interceptors. Next generation Agile KVs, deployable space… More

The primary objective of this Phase II SBIR program would be the continued development of materials for high temperature supersonic flight, designs for low profile, structurally robust conformal antennas and techniques for more rapid, cost-effective and manufacturable fabrication of antennas for… More

NanoSonic has designed, physically demonstrated, and delivered high performance pressure sensitive adhesives (PSA) to the Navy that may enable laminate based paint replacement systems for current and future fixed wing aircraft and rotorcraft. NanoSonic's "Paint-it PSAr" is offered to NSMA / NAVAIR… More

NanoSonic would optimize our novel polyorganosiloxane and siloxane-urethane copolymers as high performance, residue free, pressure sensitive adhesives (PSAs) that would promote simple appliqu, films repositioning/removal from NAVAIR rotorcraft and fixed-wing surfaces. The proposed PSAs offer… More

NanoSonic proposes to develop a novel nanostructured fabric coating method to fabricate a full protection system for divers towards water contaminants. Specifically, the nano-skin protection system would be lightweight, flexible/non-restrictive (for diver mobility), durable (will not degrade with… More

The objective of this Phase I SBIR program is to develop innovative hybrid polyorganosiloxane nanocomposite protective coatings for preventing inter-granular corrosion in sensitized 5000 series aluminum alloys. The novel nanocomposite coatings would consist of NanoSonic's marine durable fluorinated… More

The objective of this Phase I SBIR program is to develop innovative lightweight, ballistic resistant ceramic nanocomposite armor plates that may be used in place of enhanced small arms protective inserts (E-SAPI) within Interceptor Body Armor (IBA) systems. The proposed lightweight ceramic composite… More

This program would demonstrate the feasibility of replacing heavy high power electrical distribution cables with lightweight Metal RubberTM cables. Lightweight power dense cables are important as feeds from primary power transmission lines below deck to high power weapon and radar systems above… More

This DOE SBIR/STTR program will result in the commercialization of a low-cost anostructured composite thermoelectric device. Such devices represent the next generation solution for an increasingly strained energy market by converting existing waste heat into electrical power. More waste heat is… More

Geothermal energy technologies have the potential to provide a significant source of clean electrical energy for U.S. citizens yet face considerable technical and economic challenges to market acceptance and integration. Of particular interest, enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) have the potential… More

Workers responsible for decommissioning and deactivating DOE facilities may risk exposition to hazardous contaminants and radionucleotides and suffer heat stress due to inappropriate protective suits. We propose to fabricate light-weight protective suits with excellent waterproof properties based… More

The objective of this NASA STTR program is to produce ultra-lightweight electrical wire and cable harnesses to reduce the liftoff weight of future space flight vehicles. In cooperation with materials scientists at Texas A & M, NanoSonic would develop and manufacture ultra-lightweight Metal… More

NanoSonic's Shape Memory Metal Rubber<SUP>TM</SUP> (SM-MR) exhibits reconfigurable and recoverable changes in structural and RF properties as it can be mechanically and repeatedly inflated without loss of EMI shielding (-88dB). In support of NASA's goals for a robust space… More

NanoSonic proposes to develop an innovative, low-cost, ultra low mass density, and non-intrusive sensor system for ultra long duration balloons (ULDB) that will operate in the most extreme environmental conditions. Specifically, the sensors would be integrated onto the load bearing seams and/or… More

Measurement and efficient control of power consumption of High Performance Computing (HPC) and HVAC subsystems within facilities are less than adequate for meeting newly developing and improving efficiency standards. Energy management systems, including sensors, signal processing, feedback and… More

This DOE SBIR/STTR program will result in the commercialization of a low-cost anostructured composite thermoelectric device. Such devices represent the next generation solution for an increasingly strained energy market by converting existing waste heat into electrical power. More waste heat is… More

ABSTRACT: The purpose of the proposed Air Force Phase I STTR program is to fabricate semiconductor nanomembrane based photovoltaic (PV) power sources on flexible substrates, using Virginia Tech NanoCMOS Laboratory"s SOI silicon nanomembrane technique in combination with NanoSonic"s… More

The objective of this Phase I STTR program is to develop and qualify innovative lightweight, high temperature composite materials that provide ballistic, blast and flame protection to MTVR fuel tanks and engine compartment structures. NanoSonic will work closely with Virginia Tech to simulate the… More

The objective of this Phase I STTR is to design and qualify affordable, flame resistant HybridSil copolymers that may be integrated within carbon fiber reinforced composites in place of brominated vinyl esters for improved fire resistance, negligible smoke toxicity, and enhanced mechanical… More

The overall objective of this program is to enable low-cost production of high performance visible, IR and bispectral obscurants for improved ground force stealth and protection across the Armed Forces. In order to realize this goal, NanoSonic and Virginia Tech will build on promising Phase I… More

The objective of this DoT SBIR program is to establish a technical foundation enabling the rapid commercial integration of low friction HybridSil™ coatings on concrete barriers for drastic reductions in vehicle rollover potential. Phase I coatings would have immediate utility within a broad… More