SBIR/STTR Success Stories

Just a few of our SBIR/STTR programs!
Check out the stories below to learn about past and current DoD SBIR/STTR participants and their technology, which has transitioned, received additional funding, met an emerging need, acquired by another company, succeed in the commercial market, and more.

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Small Business ConcernDescriptionStateComponent [Topic]ProgramAdded
ChemImage (ChemIcon)
At a Distance: SBIRs boost molecular chemical imaging technology, autonomously detecting hazardous materials in real time at standoff distances
PennsylvaniaArmy [A07-062]SBIR11/8/2022
Block MEMS, LLC
Shine a Light: Laser spectrometers aid in the detection of hazardous chemicals
MassachusettsArmy [A07-135]SBIR1/27/2023
Evisive, Inc
Finding Fault: The DoD sponsors a novel, nondestructive evaluation technology
LouisianaArmy [A07-186; A08-144], Air Force [AF103-153]SBIR11/9/2022
Light Age, Inc.
Laser Sharp: With help from a SBIR contract, a New Jersey company creates essential laser innovations
New JerseyArmy [A08-T038], MDASBIR | STTR1/27/2023
Sonivate Medical
Just a Touch: A fingertip ultrasound system developed for field medics looks to the commercial market
OregonArmy [A09-102]SBIR1/19/2023
Diversified Technical Systems (DTS), Inc.
Lifesaving Data: Injury biomechanics data advances soldier safety
CaliforniaArmy [A09-109]SBIR1/27/2023
Cascade Designs
Pure Innovation: A water-purification solution benefits both warfighters and civilians
WashingtonArmy [A09-161]SBIR11/9/2022
Microwave Packaging Technology, Inc
Phase Value: MPT's phased-array technology gives radar system an extra edge
CaliforniaArmy [A11-074]SBIR | RIF11/23/2022
L3Harris Technologies
Close Calls: SBIR helps Texas company develop next-generation proximity sensor technology
TexasArmy [A13-049], Air Force [AF03-143, AF05-160, AF083-098]SBIR | RIF11/23/2022
Hysitron, Inc.
Big Innovation Tiny Packages: A new platform measures, tests, manipulates, and image nanomaterials
MinnesotaArmy [A93-115]SBIR1/27/2023
Piasecki Aircraft Corp.
The Sky's the Limit: Rotocraft innovation reaches new heights through SBIR
PennsylvaniaArmy [A93-139], Navy [N91-317], DHA [OSD6-UM8]SBIR1/27/2023
Baker Engineering and Risk Consultants
Predictive Data: An SBIR-funded project takes explosion-analysis software to the next level
TexasArmy [A93-233]SBIR1/27/2023
Mayflower
Cleaning Up the Jam: With support from the Rapid Innovation Fund, Mayflower takes GPS anti-jamming technology to a new level
MassachusettsArmy [A95-023]SBIR | RIF11/23/2022
Photobit Corp. (Micron Technology)
Smile and say, Genius: NASA and DoD SBIR fuel the development of camera-on-a-chip
CaliforniaArmy [A96-106], DARPA [SB962-070], MDA [BMD97-003]SBIR1/27/2023
Vertigo, Inc.
Air Support: Inflatable shelter business benefits from SBIR boost
CaliforniaArmy [A96-173]SBIR1/19/2023
Bevilacqua Research Corp.
Smart on the Fly: The core toolset allows existing systems to add artifical intelligence capabilities
AlabamaArmy [A96-177]SBIR1/27/2023
Resodyn Corp.
Safe and Sound Defense: Low-frequency high-intensity acoustic energy mixes a broad range of compounds
MontanaArmy [A99-155]SBIR1/27/2023
Agentase, LLC (FLIR Systems)
Colorful Chemistry: With help from the STTR program, a small business associated with the University of Pittsburgh improves our detection of threatening chemical agents
PennsylvaniaArmy [ARMY03-T14]STTR1/27/2023
Spectrum Photonics Inc
Lost Cost Imaging Spectroradiometer for Hazard Plume Detection and Early Threat Warning
HawaiiChem Bio Defense [CBD09-108]SBIR7/11/2024
CyPhy Works, Inc.
Persistence on a Leash: A groundbreaking persistent UAV saves warfighter lives and shows enormous potential in the marketplace
MassachusettsDARPA [NSF-08-548]SBIR1/27/2023
VRMC
A New Reality: SBIR solution builds warfighter resiliency before, during, and after combat tours
CaliforniaDARPA [SB022-030]SBIR11/23/2022
Luminescent Technologies, Inc. (KLA)
Behind the Mask: A novel method of printing semiconductors transforms an industry
CaliforniaDARPA [SB031-004]SBIR1/27/2023
Logos Technologies, Inc.
Eye in the Sky: Wide-area motion imagery provides high-elevation security
VirginiaDARPA [SB072-019]SBIR1/27/2023
Microsensor Systems (ENMET, LLC)
Good Vibrations: Microsensor arrays offer chemical monitoring solutions for public spaces
KentuckyDARPA [SB941-067]SBIR1/27/2023
Spectra Diode Laboratories, Inc.
lights, data... ACTION!: Calfornia-based SDL, Inc. created a series of innovations that allowerd for efficient, accurate, and affordable improvements in high-capacity, fiber-optic communications
CaliforniaDARPA [SB941-072; SB942-102; DARPA09-058; DARPA93-002]; Air Force [AF96-105]SBIR1/27/2023
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