DHA26BZ03-NV007ActiveSBIR

Open Architecture OEM Real-time Ultrafine Particulate Sensor

Name: Open Architecture OEM Real-time Ultrafine Particulate Sensor
Creator: Department of Defense
Published: 2026-06-03T12:04:26.835387+00:00
Keywords: SBIR

Department of DefenseDHA

AI Overview

This SBIR seeks an affordable, ruggedized OEM ultrafine particulate sensor detecting particles as small as 10 nanometers in real-time to address a critical gap in military occupational exposure monitoring. The capability would enable service members in high-hazard environments like burn pits and flightlines to detect harmful submicron particles currently missed by standard equipment, supporting preventative health measures and informed command decisions.

This summary is AI-generated from the official solicitation.

Key Details

Agency

Department of Defense

Funding Amount

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Release Date

June 3, 2026

Due Date

July 22, 2026

Official Description

This SBIR topic aligns with the DHA Environmental Exposures Toxic Injury Prevention Roadmap, specifically focusing on enhanced tools and assessment methodology for acute and chronic exposure to military-relevant chemicals, materials, and hazards.

Ultrafine particulates pose a significant health risk due to their ability to penetrate deep into the lungs, enter the bloodstream, and translocate to the brain. Exposure has been correlated with exacerbating asthma, cardiopulmonary disease and systemi...

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Change History

Q&A UpdatedJul 2, 2026 at 4:01 PM

Open Architecture OEM Real-time Ultrafine Particulate Sensor

This Q&A clarifies technical specifications for particle measurement devices: applicants must develop instruments measuring total particle concentration (10-300 nm range) without requiring size distribution data or sample preprocessing, and must meet strict form factor constraints (under 20 cubic inches, preferably ~0.5 cubic inches, under 5 ounces, and ≤3.7 Watt-hours power consumption).

Status ChangedJun 24, 2026 at 1:01 PM