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
Block MEMS, LLC
Shine a Light: Laser spectrometers aid in the detection of hazardous chemicals
MassachusettsArmy [A07-135]SBIR1/27/2023
Xtreme Alternative Defense Systems (XADS), Ltd
Shockingly Original: SBIR contract spurs entrepreneurial advances
IndianaNavy [N021-121]SBIR1/19/2023
Kennon Products, Inc.
Silver Linings: A series of SBIR contracts led a small wyoming company from aircraft covers to the Presidential fleet
WyomingNavy [N06-016]SBIR1/27/2023
Vulcan Wireless
Sky's the Limit: SBIR-supported radio tech creates a new approach to satellite communications
CaliforniaAir Force [AF05-034, AF093-070]SBIR11/23/2022
TigerTech Solutions, Inc.
Small Wearable Device to Collect Biometric Data from Injured Personnel
FloridaDHA [DHA172-010]SBIR7/11/2024
Bevilacqua Research Corp.
Smart on the Fly: The core toolset allows existing systems to add artifical intelligence capabilities
AlabamaArmy [A96-177]SBIR1/27/2023
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
Azimuth, Inc.
Smooth Sailing on Rough Seas: West Virginia engineering firm builds best-in-class cockpit systems for Navy, NOAA
West VirginiaOSD [OSD98-030]SBIR1/27/2023
Phosphor Tech Corp.
Snap Shots: Phosphor films provide benefit to hyersonic weaponry
GeorgiaNavy [N08-066]SBIR1/27/2023
Mathtech, Inc.
Sound Engineering: SBIR helps provide intercom solution for the E-2 Hawkeye
VirginiaNavy [N92-167]SBIR1/27/2023
Trident Systems
Straight Talk: The Mini-SCC solves communication problems across a wide range of dissimilar radios
North CarolinaArmy [A07-051]SBIR11/23/2022
Creare, Inc.
Straight, Flush: The Creare fastener measurement tool uses lasers to save time and money
New HampshireAir Force [AF131-120; AF112-122], NavySBIr1/27/2023
Halogen Systems, Inc.
Streams of Information: A small company develops a breakthrough sensor used in ships' ballast-water treatment systems
NevadaNavy [N092-152]SBIR1/27/2023
Airex Corp.
Striking Copper: A New Hampshire family business designs magnetic components critical to multiple technologies, from motorized surgical equipment to long-range missiles
New HampshireAir Force [AF93-104]SBIR1/27/2023
Webb Research
Submersible Intelligence: Created with support from a Navy STTR contract, the Slocum Glider coasts autonomously through the ocean, harvesting data
MassachusettsNavy [N97-T002]STTR1/19/2023
Planetary Systems
Successful Separations: A low-impact, low-stress satellite separation system benefits both military and commercial space
MarylandAir Force [AF00-032]SBIR11/23/2022
CrewTraining International, Inc.
Taking Flight: Tennessee Company's SBIR-backed training system reduces Air Force mishaps
TennesseeAir Force [AF071-027]SBIR1/27/2023
Speechgear
Talking Sense: Translation technologies support civilian travelers, warfighters, and the hearing impaired
MinnesotaNavy [N01-044], Navy [N02-T002]SBIR | STTR1/19/2023
Quick-Med Technologies, Inc.
That's a Wrap: A low-cost, antibacterial innovation aids in burn treatment
FloridaArmy [A05-131]SBIR1/27/2023
DMG, Inc.
The Benefits of Closure: Diversified Marketing Group creates chemical/biological protections with a wide range of commercial and military applications
PennsylvaniaArmy [A01-196]SBIR1/27/2023
Applied Radar, Inc.
The Coming Swarm: Applied radar develops next-generation radar systems for counter-drone technology
Rhode IslandAir Force [AF02-197]SBIR1/27/2023
Chesapeake Technology International
The Magic of Merlin: SBIR-powered routing system provides lightning quick paths for pilots
MarylandNavy [N101-019]SBIR11/8/2022
SIMmersion, LLC
The Next Best Thing to Real: For Simmersion, training first responders is more than a game
MarylandArmy [A04-182]SBIR1/19/2023
Nokomis, Inc
The Real Deal: With RIF and SBIR support, a new detection system undercuts a flood of electronic counterfeits
PennsylvaniaDTRA [DTRA06-007], Air Force [AF071-219, AF093-013]SBIR | RIF11/23/2022
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
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