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
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
C3I
Heroic Accs: The Advanced Communication and Control System Creates Potentially Life-Saving Efficiencies
New HampshireNavy [N04-081]SBIR11/8/2022
Fracture Analysis Consultants, Inc.
About to Crack: SBIR-supported software predictively prevents fractured engine components
New YorkNavy [N06-126], Air Force [AF06-095; AF103-157]SBIR1/27/2023
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
OctaFlex Environmental Systems, Inc.
Lean, Green, and Clean: A family business in small-town South Dakota provides essential decontamination facilities
South DakotaNavy [N97-001]SBIR1/27/2023
CrewTraining International, Inc.
Taking Flight: Tennessee Company's SBIR-backed training system reduces Air Force mishaps
TennesseeAir Force [AF071-027]SBIR1/27/2023
Equinox Corp
Action Tracked: An SBIR-backed company develops key tracking technology for laser weapons systems
New YorkNavy [N04-171], Air Force [AF131-014]SBIR11/9/2022
Psychology Software Tools, Inc.
Optics of Fiber: A new generation of diagnostic technology benefits warfighters with traumatic brain injury
PennsylvaniaNavy [N94-141]SBIR1/27/2023
Sensor Electronic Technology, Inc.
Making Waves: Sensor Electronic Technology, Inc. revolutionizes UV systems across a variety of fields
North CarolinaNavy [N00-T003], DARPA [SB022-043], Army [A08-077]SBIR | STTR1/19/2023
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
3e Technologies International, Inc.
Networked Carriers: Wireless Networking Propels Navy Maintenance System
MarylandNavy [N98-114]SBIR1/27/2023
Zivko Aeronautics
Tidal Shift:Zivko's smart-towed vehicles enable accurate data gathering while avoiding wave hazards
OklahomaNavy [N96-150]SBIR1/19/2023
Aechelon Technology
Flying by Night: SBIR Support help brings real-time geo-spatial simulation to night vision goggles
CaliforniaNavy [N04-156]SBIR11/8/2022
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
Aligned Vision
Laser-Guided Efficiency: Innovations in 3-D laser projections aid in the manufacture, assembly, and inspection of composite materials
MassachusettsAir Force [AF95-193]SBIR1/27/2023
Appareo Systems, LLC
The Sound of Safety: Flight-data recorders for light aircraft close the information gap, affordably and reliably
North DakotaAir Force [AF071-020]SBIR1/27/2023
Bevilacqua Research Corp.
Smart on the Fly: The core toolset allows existing systems to add artifical intelligence capabilities
AlabamaArmy [A96-177]SBIR1/27/2023
Colorado Engineering, Inc.
Intelligence with Altitude: Advanced radar architecture helps UAVs autonomously "SEE" the sky
ColoradoMDA [MDA05-034]SBIR1/27/2023
Colorado Engineering, Inc
Big Ideas Small Packages: A contract from the Rapid Innovation Fund helps eliminate tradeoffs in the F-35 circuitry
ColoradoMDA [MDA05-034], Air Force [AF093-133], OSD [OSD10-A05]SBIR | STTR | RIF11/9/2022
Distributed Simulation Technology, Inc
Face to Interface: An SBIR-supported innovation in interactive displays finds a broad audience
FloridaAir Force [AF97-034]SBIR11/8/2022
Diversified Technical Systems (DTS), Inc.
Lifesaving Data: Injury biomechanics data advances soldier safety
CaliforniaArmy [A09-109]SBIR1/27/2023
Ekso Bionics
Walk this Way: The DoD sponsors innovations in wearable robotics
CaliforniaOSD [OSD05-T005]STTR11/9/2022
Microsensor Systems (ENMET, LLC)
Good Vibrations: Microsensor arrays offer chemical monitoring solutions for public spaces
KentuckyDARPA [SB941-067]SBIR1/27/2023
First RF
Device Disruptors: American and allied Warfighters are protected from IEDs with help from the SBIR program
ColoradoArmy [A03-080]SBIR11/23/2022
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
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