DON26TZ05-NV024Pre-ReleaseSBIR

Lightweight, Modular Fuel Cell Systems for Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Department of DefenseNAVY

AI Overview

The Navy seeks modular fuel cell systems to extend unmanned aircraft range and endurance. Proposals must deliver 1-20kW scalable power with 500 W/kg efficiency, 1,000+ hour lifetime, and military-grade reliability for tactical operations.

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Key Details

Agency
Department of Defense
Funding Amount
Release Date
August 5, 2026
Due Date
September 23, 2026

Official Description

The Navy and Marine Corps are actively seeking to enhance the range, endurance, and payload capacity of their unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). In recent years, hydrogen fuel cells have emerged as a promising technology for propulsion and power systems that can improve UAS operational capabilities [Refs 1-4].

While various fuel cell types exist, proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells are most prominently used for UAS applications [Refs 5-6]. However, further improvements to performance and re...

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Change History

Opportunity AddedAug 5, 2026 at 12:02 PM

Lightweight, Modular Fuel Cell Systems for Unmanned Aircraft Systems

New opportunity: Lightweight, Modular Fuel Cell Systems for Unmanned Aircraft Systems

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