Automated Delivery of Pigmentation for Camouflaging Patterns for Composite Shelters

Our team proposes to develop an advanced surface barrier protection peel and stick wallpaper (i.e., appliqué) system that will be designed to include three dimensional camouflage patterns sublimed directly into the applique coating. The camouflage aspect of the applique will be designed with the objective of achieving desired signature reduction when incorporated onto composite structures important to the U.S. Air Force. Further, this appliqué system will provide a fast, lightweight, reliable, and easy way to interchange selected and specific patterns comprised of defined mil colors on composite structures in the field with internally built-in capabilities for providing exceptional protection from severe environmental exposures including corrosion, chem/bio, and aging due to weathering.