Integrated Multi-Functional Seals for AAAV

Triton Systems proposes to develop an integrated multi-functional seal (TIMS) that is lightweight, corrosion resistant, electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielded, chem-bio protective, and environmentally stable for the Advanced Amphibious Assault Vehicle(AAAV). This will be accomplished by combining innovative additives in an elastomeric base (EPDM/Neoprene or like), using Triton's extensive experience in the field of EMI shielding, corrosion protection and nano-technology. For this effort, Triton willadapt its InstaShiel(tm) conductive polymer technology to elastomeric seals for EMI shielding. A metal oxide-conductive polymer (MO-CP) approach will be included for corrosion resistance. Triton's ORMLAS(tm)(Organically Modified Layered Alumino Silicate)nano-technology will be used for chem-bio and barrier protection of the proposed multi-functional seal. In traditional silver and nickel filled silicone gaskets, the metal fillers oxidize over time and demonstrate significant degradation in conducting andEM shielding capabilities. Triton's innovative approach will yield a gasket material that is stable chemically and physically both on the land and sea and offers sustained EM shielding performance. Along with AAAV applications, the proposed technologycan be applied to tactical composite shelters. Other opportunities for these EMI shielding gasket materials exist in such applications as shelter systems for military command/control/communications electronics, ground based mobile missile control centers,new and future generation aircraft electronic enclosures, surface and air launched missiles and weapons systems, and ground, sea and air stealth systems.