InSitech is assisting the Army with the identification and evaluation of promising technology alternatives to expand its reach into novel materials, such as Nano-Powders and Nano-Inks with high potential for manufacturing and production.
The Army is specifically interested in nano-materials that exhibit high-quality, feasible cost, robustness, sustainment, and manufacturability. Sources who can demonstrate understanding of nano-material synthesis and the essential variables to a repeatable product shall be strongly considered.
Prototype nano-materials of interest include:
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Tungsten carbide nano-powders
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Silver nano-inks
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Aluminum nano-powders
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Tantalum nano-powders or nano-inks
InSitech is researching, identifying and substantiating technology solution providers through investigating the methods or delivery systems for utilization of the nano-materials – i.e. dry powder, aqueous suspension, organic suspension. Several formulations per material will be considered.
Nano-materials properties shall include information on the following characteristics:
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Density
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Chemical Composition
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Particle Size Distribution
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Surface Area
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Crystallite Size
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Microstructure
If a technical solution(s) is deemed promising, the Army may elect to proceed to acquire designated high potential items for inspection, assessment, integration, test and evaluation by a Government team.