SMRC is fully committed to transitioning SBIR-developed technologies to the fleet and to the marketplace. Current projects include a successful Phase III IDIQ program for its Microwave Nondestructive Evaluation (MNDE) Toolkit™ with mission funds coming from the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program office and direct funding from Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, a Phase II SBIR for Self-Sealing Aircraft Fastener Technology, a Phase II SBIR for Lightweight Ballistic Armor for Military Aircraft, and a Phase II SBIR for High Temperature Integrated Fuel Tank Sealant.

SMRC areas of expertise:

• Coating thickness sensors
• Elastomers and elastomeric sealants
• Extreme environment materials
• High temperature intumescent coatings
• High temperature sealants
• Material characterization/suitability
• Microwave NDE devices/systems
• Nanocomposite formulation/prototyping
• Nanocomposites/nanoputties/nanofluids
• Polymeric materials development
• Self-sealing fasteners
• Tailored nanocomposite sealants and coatings
• Transparent armor materials
• Underwater connector technology