Low-Cost InstaShield Technology for EMI-Shielded Composite Shelter(1000-660)

Triton Systems proposes to develop and demonstrate a low cost, high performance composite structure, providing electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding for the Department of Defense's next generation of tactical shelters. The composite rigid wall relocatable shelter (CRWRS) will be lightweight, corrosion-resistant, UV-resistant and environmentally-safe. Design and development requirements for the CRWRS will be taken from the shelters currently deployed in the Alaskan range, which protect EMI-sensitive electronic installations. For this effort, Triton will adapt its InstaShieldä technology to the composite polymer matrix composite (PMC) panels and structure to provide EMI shielding (>60 db). Triton proposes to use its FX polyphosphonate, a novel polymer additive, for flame retardancy in the resin system. The CRWRS will reduce the cost of procurement, maintenance such as scraping, stripping and painting, and repair and will provide an environmentally-friendly alternative to chemically-treated-aluminum-skins on current shelters. The proposed CRWRS will meet the pull-out, EMI shielding, drop shock and flammability requirements under ASTM E 1925.