The press release adds that in addition to reduced weight and cost, composites and advanced materials “meet environmental, health and safety regulations and are non-toxic alternatives to their predecessors,” including titanium.
Every year, the Air Force SBIR and STTR programs provide more than $300 million in funding for research and development activities by small businesses. These programs are designed to develop technologies and have them transition into real-world military and commercial applications.
For more information about these programs and projects, visit the Air Force SBIR/STTR Program Office website at www.afsbirsttr.com.
