SBIR/STTR Research Award
Reliable, High Performance Quantum Cascade Laser-based Optical Communication Solutions
Award amount
$149,930Program and phase
SBIR · Phase IAward year
2022Award details
- Awarding agency
- Department of Defense
- Branch
- Air Force
- Recipient company
- PENDAR TECHNOLOGIES LLC
- Proposal award date
- 2022-06-01
- Contract end date
- 2023-05-29
- UEI
- EVJWXL9HAYN5
- Solicitation number
- 21.2
- Topic code
- AF212-0013
Research abstract
The goal of this program is to design and develop mid-infrared transmitters and receivers for high-speed free space optical communications in the mid-wave infrared (MWIR) atmospheric window. Besides development and optimization of the devices, we will also evaluate expected system level performance characteristics and challenges associated with long distance communication. Based on this study, we will devise and propose plans how to address those challenges and formulate strategies to further expand range and improve performance.
Technology keywords
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Other awards by this recipient
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- Linking Fentanyl Seizures Using Difference Raman Spectroscopy and Automated Visible Imaging
- Heterogeneous integration of infrared single mode lasers with photonic integrated circuits
- Detection of Synthetic Opioids using AI-Enhanced Difference Raman Spectroscopy
- Quantum Cascade Laser–Based Mid-IR Networking for Naval Platforms
- Multiplexed Integrated Cavity Output Spectrometer Driven by Quantum Cascade Laser Arrays
Awards with the same topic code
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Research funding history
36 SBIR/STTR records share this UEI (2017–2025). Reported award amounts total $15,172,193. Reported amounts are not federal obligations.
Phases: Phase I, Phase II
Agencies: Department of Defense, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Energy