Sensors, ASA(ALT), Phase I
Quantum-Enhanced RF Components
Objective
Through quantum phenomenology, businesses can create sensitive Radio Frequency components to enhance the performance of current communication systems. The enhancement of detection of current RF systems will produce lower noise levels for each of the components. Lowering the noise levels for the components will enable the detection of weaker signals, which could mean radar detection of previously unseen targets.
Description
Quantum research made breakthroughs in innovative technologies, enabling the creation of new RF components that can exceed existing performances. Literature shows that quantum-based RF components can also decrease noise in amplifiers, mixers and oscillators.
All the components can increase signal detection, whether it be for communications or radar systems. Firms will develop these components so they can integrate with existing systems. Once integrated with current systems, the replacement components can provide enhancements over the original parts. The end user of the components would fall within the Army Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Task Force.
Phase I
The delivery for Phase I would be a series of reports outlining the feasibility of RF components, with mathematical models for plausibility of quantum phenomena.
Phase II
The delivery for Phase II would be a working prototype demonstrated at the end of the contract. In addition to the prototype, a report documenting the bounds of the solution and any necessary control software required to operate the technology.
Phase III
Various security systems rely on RF detection to verify user access, utilizing Quantum-Enhanced components to improve the efficacy of the systems.
Currently, RF interference can disrupt police and first responder communications systems. Integration of Quantum-Enhanced RF components will help minimize disruptions and identify the source of interference.
Maritime and Aviation vehicles currently utilize RF frequencies for navigation and timing.
The implementation of Quantum-Enhanced components will make it easier to communicate between vessels and traffic controllers while offering a wider range than traditional RF devices.
Submission Information
All eligible businesses must submit proposals by 12 PM, Eastern Time.
To view full solicitation details, click here.
For more information, and to submit your full proposal package, visit the DSIP Portal.
Applied SBIR Help Desk: usarmy.pentagon.hqda-asa-alt.mbx.army-applied-sbir-program@army.mil
References:
- Radio Frequency; Noise level reduction; communication; components, Quantum-based RF; radar detection; Enhancement; Performance; Signals.
- https://www.nature.com/articles/s41567-022-01929-w
- https://journals.aps.org/prx/abstract/10.1103/PhysRevX.12.021061
- https://journals.aps.org/prapplied/abstract/10.1103/PhysRevApplied.17.044009
Objective
Through quantum phenomenology, businesses can create sensitive Radio Frequency components to enhance the performance of current communication systems. The enhancement of detection of current RF systems will produce lower noise levels for each of the components. Lowering the noise levels for the components will enable the detection of weaker signals, which could mean radar detection of previously unseen targets.
Description
Quantum research made breakthroughs in innovative technologies, enabling the creation of new RF components that can exceed existing performances. Literature shows that quantum-based RF components can also decrease noise in amplifiers, mixers and oscillators.
All the components can increase signal detection, whether it be for communications or radar systems. Firms will develop these components so they can integrate with existing systems. Once integrated with current systems, the replacement components can provide enhancements over the original parts. The end user of the components would fall within the Army Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Task Force.
Phase I
The delivery for Phase I would be a series of reports outlining the feasibility of RF components, with mathematical models for plausibility of quantum phenomena.
Phase II
The delivery for Phase II would be a working prototype demonstrated at the end of the contract. In addition to the prototype, a report documenting the bounds of the solution and any necessary control software required to operate the technology.
Phase III
Various security systems rely on RF detection to verify user access, utilizing Quantum-Enhanced components to improve the efficacy of the systems.
Currently, RF interference can disrupt police and first responder communications systems. Integration of Quantum-Enhanced RF components will help minimize disruptions and identify the source of interference.
Maritime and Aviation vehicles currently utilize RF frequencies for navigation and timing.
The implementation of Quantum-Enhanced components will make it easier to communicate between vessels and traffic controllers while offering a wider range than traditional RF devices.
Submission Information
All eligible businesses must submit proposals by 12 PM, Eastern Time.
To view full solicitation details, click here.
For more information, and to submit your full proposal package, visit the DSIP Portal.
Applied SBIR Help Desk: usarmy.pentagon.hqda-asa-alt.mbx.army-applied-sbir-program@army.mil
References:
- Radio Frequency; Noise level reduction; communication; components, Quantum-based RF; radar detection; Enhancement; Performance; Signals.
- https://www.nature.com/articles/s41567-022-01929-w
- https://journals.aps.org/prx/abstract/10.1103/PhysRevX.12.021061
- https://journals.aps.org/prapplied/abstract/10.1103/PhysRevApplied.17.044009