Rocky Research — Department of Defense SBIR Phase I: A15-065

Description

Rocky Research proposes the development of an advanced high efficient, lightweight, multi-power, modular, and rugged refrigerator for the US Army. Rocky Research will use innovative technologies such as improved vapor-compression cycle with addition of Phase-Change Material, ejectors, and variable speed technology for energy efficiency; Electronics for multi-power capability; Carbon fiber structures for lightweight and ruggedness. Under the Phase I and Phase I option, the objectives are to develop the initial concept design To demonstrate the practical and technical feasibility of the proposed approach virtually with 3D models, and materially via benchtop/breadboard fabrications of the most critical component technologies such as the PCM and Ejector And validate empirical performance results with modeling and simulation The Phase I effort, along with the Phase I option, are intended to prove the viability of the proposed technologies and to establish a viable detailed design for phase II prototypes.