CORNERSTONE RESEARCH GROUP INC — Department of Defense SBIR Phase II: AF161-067

CORNERSTONE RESEARCH GROUP INC — SBIR Phase II award from Department of Defense.

Amount
$749,566
Agency
Department of Defense · Air Force
Program / Phase
SBIR · Phase II
Topic
AF161-067
Solicitation
16.1
NAICS
Place of performance
OH
Period
2019-05-31 → 2021-05-31

Description

Batteries have become a necessity in the field of battle. Soldiers often carry over 30 lbs. of batteries to run the required equipment for dismounted missions, and solider power demands are still growing. Current rechargeable battery solutions such as the BB-2590 are bulky, difficult to pack, weigh over 3 lbs. each, and present significant safety challenges upon ballistic impact. Conformal battery solutions improve the ability to pack and carry portable power but may add weight due to their case form factor. Multifunctional battery packs enable weight reduction by providing case materials with dual functions. Cornerstone Research Group Inc. (CRG) proposes to develop a SAPI Conformal Battery to meet the Air Force’s operational needs for lightweight, impact resistant, soldier-portable energy storage.