SBIR-STTR Award

This NASA SBIR Phase I proposal presents an unprecedented laser nano additive manufacturing system for making Stirling heat engine regenerators, by using a pulsed fiber laser and nano-technology. It is the enabling technology for manufacturing fine structures with micron precision. With our successful history in AM and SM processing, this proposal has a great potential to succeed. A proof of concept demonstration will be carried out and samples will be delivered at the end of Phase 1.Prototypes in compliant with the Stirling heat engine system requirement will be delivered at the end of Phase II. Potential NASA Applications (Limit 1500 characters, approximately 150 words): In addition to NASA’s heat engine components manufacturing, the proposed pulsed laser AM process can also be used in other applications, such as space vehicle, aircraft, and satellite manufacturing. PolarOnyx will develop a series of products to meet various requirements for NASA deployments. Potential Non-NASA Applications (Limit 1500 characters, approximately 150 words): 3D printing uses various technologies for building the products for all kinds of applications from foods, toys to rockets and cars. The global market for 3D Printing is projected to reach US$44 billion by the year 2025, driven by the advent of newer technologies, approaches, and applications. Duration: 6

This NASA SBIR Phase II proposal presents an unprecedented laser micro additive manufacturing system for making Stirling heat engine regenerators, by using a pulsed fiber laser and beam shaping technology. It is the enabling technology for manufacturing fine structures with micron precision. With our successful history in AM and SM processing, this proposal has a great potential to succeed. A proof of concept demonstration has been carried out and samples were delivered to NASA during Phase 1. Prototypes in compliant with the Stirling heat engine system requirement will be delivered at the end of Phase II. Potential NASA Applications (Limit 1500 characters, approximately 150 words): In addition to NASA’s heat engine components manufacturing, the proposed pulsed laser AM process can also be used in other applications, such as space vehicle, aircraft, and satellite manufacturing. PolarOnyx will develop a series of products to meet various requirements for commercial/military deployments. Potential Non-NASA Applications (Limit 1500 characters, approximately 150 words): 3D printing uses various technologies for building the products for all kinds of applications from foods, toys to rockets and cars. The global market for 3D Printing is projected to reach US$49 billion by the year 2028, driven by the advent of newer technologies, approaches, and applications. Duration: 24