SBIR/STTR Research Award

High Frequency Non-Abrasive Propeller Cleaning System

Award identifier 328226ca0c2d7dff9a8a5008c13b61727ef07db2a73011511ed17cdbe5a93df4Awarding agency Department of Defense · Navy

Award amount

$79,893

Program and phase

SBIR · Phase I

Award year

2012

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Award details

Awarding agency
Department of Defense
Branch
Navy
Recipient company
SCIENTIFIC APPLICATIONS & RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, INC.
Proposal award date
2011-10-11
Contract end date
Not reported
UEI
MXT5BGZX32S3
Solicitation number
2011.2
Topic code
N112-157

Research abstract

An efficient use of one"s time benefits the whole. The U.S. Military"s current method of cleaning their naval fleet"s propellers is a laborious task; often requiring a multitude of hand tools, as power tools are often prohibited due to the risk of abrading the propeller"s unique surface. This not only puts the fleet out of service during this time, but the cost associated with it trickles down to the taxpayer. Inefficiency is the issue. However, the inefficiency of the current method, and the associated costs that go with it, can be significantly reduced by the use of a High-Frequency Non-Abrasive Propeller Cleaning System. This system utilizes high-frequency oscillations that cut thru, parallel to the propeller"s surface, and removes the ocean fouling without damaging the propeller itself. The result is reduced time: an increase in operator efficiency, a reduction in cost and the fleet going back into service faster.

Technology keywords

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Research funding history

183 SBIR/STTR records share this UEI (1991–2025). Reported award amounts total $77,383,618. Reported amounts are not federal obligations.

Phases: Phase I, Phase II, Phase II – Direct to Phase II

Agencies: Department of Defense, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Commerce

Agency intelligence

Department of Defense

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