CUBE Technology — Department of Defense SBIR Phase II: This program is to develop a compact, portable refrigeration and heating system for the Ma
CUBE Technology — SBIR Phase II award from Department of Defense.
- Amount
- $1,000,000
- Agency
- Department of Defense · Navy
- Program / Phase
- SBIR · Phase II
- Solicitation
- 2009.3
- NAICS
- —
- Place of performance
- AZ
- Period
- 2012-06-21 → 2014-06-24
Description
This program is to develop a compact, portable refrigeration and heating system for the Marines that interfaces with existing gear, including a MOPP suit worn under full battle dress. This system will effectively cool the user in the most demanding high-temperature environments while alternately acting as a heating system for both cold-weather operations and to prevent hypothermia (a particularly life-threatening condition for wounded individuals). The system safely operates on refined fuel-oils including JP-8 and Diesel to drive the refrigeration system. Fuel is a very compact energy source, and as such, only small amounts of it will be needed (approximately 1 oz./hour) for extended missions. Particular attention will be paid to user safety in this system.