DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH PROGRAM
AND
SMALL BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER PROGRAM
PHASE IGRANT APPLICATIONS SELECTED FOR FY 2008 AWARDS BY
TOPIC
TOPIC: INSTRUMENTATION FOR NEUTRON SCATTERING,
ELECTRON MICROSCOPY, AND SCANNING PROBE MICROSCOPY
Adelphi Technology Inc.
Compound
Refractive Lenses for
2003 East Bayshore Road Thermal Neutron Applications
Thermal neutrons penetrate and are absorbed by matter in entirely different ways from x-rays and optic photons. This project will develop a device that can focus and image--not with light but with thermal neutrons. The device will provide a new window into materials and biological matter.
STTR Project
Anasys Instruments Corp Development of s-SNOM Technology to
25 W. Anapamu Enable AFMs Perform Sub-30nm IR
The technology developed in this project will enable Scanning Probe Microscopes not only to view, but also to perform chemical analysis of samples, using infra-red spectroscopy at nanometer resolutions. The technology will impact American industries that rely on scientific research at the nanoscale level such as the lucrative industries of Materials and Pharmaceuticals.
STTR
Project
Cryogenic Applications F, Inc. Development
and Neutronic Validation
The Spallation Neutron Source produces intense beams of cold neutrons for scientific research. This project will develop a beam line component that will double the output of cold neutrons at a small fraction of the original cost.
Hummingbird Scientific, LLC
Instrumentation
for Quantifiable
Scientists can use both scanned probe microscopes and electron microscopes to investigate the surface and the internal structure of materials. However, better methodologies are needed to improve understanding of the interrelationship between materials processing and the resulting interplay between microstructure and properties. This work will result in hardware that combines the full benefits of both approaches. It will allow for improved characterization of the mechanical response of nanostructured materials and thus provide heightened insight into nanoscale processing methodologies.
Hummingbird Scientific, LLC
A Continuous
Flow Liquid Cell for
Scientists can use observations of fluid-born materials, via transmission electron microscopes (TEMs) or scanning transmission electron microscopes (STEMs), to analyze particles, reactions, and temperature impact, and to probe the interrelationships between the structure, processing, and properties of materials. This project will result in hardware that will allow scientists to heighten their characterizations of the mechanical response of nanostructured materials, and consequently gain increased insight into nanoscale processes.
PECOS Inc. Precision Engineering
Development of
a Compact
Contracting Services, Inc. Multi-Analyzer
System for Triple
1020
Suite K
The
Parallax Research, Inc.
Parallel
Data Collection Wavelength
The Department of Energy seeks innovative instrumentation to improve the capabilities of Electron Microscopy, thereby stimulating new innovations in materials science. This project will develop a parallel data collection spectrometer for Scanning Electron Microscopes. The spectrometer will enable very fast decision-making because of its ability to simultaneously scan and show the entire spectral interval of a sample in a short interval of time.
Parallax Research, Inc.
An
Imaging Micro-X-ray Spectrometer
This project will develop an Imaging
Spectrometer that will produce elemental images of microscopic features on
samples. The device could be used for a
system designed for 3-D elemental imaging of tiny samples such as cells or
mineral grains. An additional use could
be producing 3-D elemental maps of micro-circuits without disassembling
them.
STTR
Project
PartTec, Ltd.
The
Spiral Particle Detector for
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This project will substantially improve the Department of Energy’s neutron science research programs while reducing overall instrument costs. Medical imaging, nuclear material detection (for defense and homeland security), and non-destructive inspections will also benefit.
Proportional Technologies, Inc.
High Rate
Large Area Enriched Boron
The U. S. Department of Energy Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory promises to extend the boundaries of materials science research. This project will develop a highly, unique neutron-imaging detector technology for critical large-area detectors that meet SNS requirements. Existing detectors set limits that are one tenth the capacity of this resource.
Radiation Monitoring Devices, Inc. Structured
Scintillator for High
44 Hunt Street Resolution,
High Efficiency Neutron
Neutron radiography and diffraction are used in biomedical research, new materials research, threat detection and other security applications. This project will significantly enhance the sensitivity and image quality of these neutron imaging systems while reducing their cost.
Radiation Monitoring Devices, Inc. High
Performance Neutron Detector
The project will develop a nuclear detector material that will have major impact in federally sponsored homeland security efforts and scientific studies, as well as commercial applications, such as medical imaging and oil exploration.
Tech-X Corporation
Virtual
Instrumentation Experiment
5621 Arapahoe Ave
Optimization
for High-Throughput
Suite A
Scientific
Analysis
This project will develop software tools so that neutron facility users can be better prepared and more rapidly transform their raw data into scientific results and discovery.
STTR
Project
Xemed, LLC Ex-Situ Polarized
3He Neutron Spin
Cells of polarized 3He are favored in many experiments for their compact size, effectiveness over a broad range of neutron energies, and ability to conveniently have their spin reversed to cancel uncertainties. This project will adapt a newly developed 3He polarization technology to enable investigations into the magnetic structures of thin films and diagnostic medical imaging of lung function.
TOPIC: TECHNOLOGY TO SUPPORT BES USER FACILITIES
STTR Project
Atlas Scientific
High
Performance Cryogenic X-ray
1367 Camino
The DOE operates extremely bright X-ray sources used to study fundamental biological processes, environmental contamination, and novel materials. This program will develop an advanced X-ray detection system to allow analysis of a significantly increased range of samples, thereby increasing the scope of scientific and technical research performed at, and the number of scientists who can use, DOE facilities.
Creare Incorporated A
Magneto-Hydrodynamic System for
This project will develop a system to model and analyze the wall erosion on the Spallation Neutron Source target at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. This system will enable the materials science research facility to operate at higher efficiency.
Q-Peak, Incorporated
Mid IR
Ultrafast Laser System for
135 South Road
High
Field Physics
This project will improve the laser technology as one of the key components in generating ultrafast X-rays. The ultrafast X-rays and their resulting images will provide critically needed resources to basic science and offspring applications, such as diagnostic medicine.
RadiaBeam Technologies, LLC A
Novel Short-Period High-Field HTS
13428 Beach Ave
Undulator Based on (0001)<11-20>
This project will develop technology to increase X-ray brightness and wavelength coverage of both existing and future light sources and better serve the growing needs of the synchrotron radiation users.
Radiation Monitoring Devices, Inc. Advanced
Scintillation Detector for
44 Hunt Street
Synchrotron
Facilities
This project will develop a scintillator to enhance X-ray detectors used for medical imaging, small animal research, X-ray scanning for homeland security, and synchrotron applications at U. S. Department of Energy laboratories.
TOPIC: ACCELERATOR TECHNOLOGIES FOR PRESENT
AND FUTURE ACCELERATOR FACILITIES
Aculight Corporation High Power IR/UV Laser for
22121 20th Avenue SE Accelerator Systems
The project will develop a powerful and reliable laser enabling significantly improved performance from electron accelerators, which are used in medicine, development of new materials, and scientific research.
Advanced Energy Systems, Inc
Improved
Superconducting Accelerator
Modern synchrotron light sources utilize superconducting radio frequency (SRF) acceleration to achieve high performance. This project will design and develop an advanced SRF system to meet the demanding specifications of synchrotron light sources.
Advanced Energy Systems, Inc. High
Power Fundamental Power Coupler
This project will develop a High Power Fundamental Coupler for third-generation light sources such as the National Synchrotron Light Source-II at Brookhaven National Laboratory. Technology developed from this effort will have application to fourth and higher generation light sources as well as high current/high power accelerators of the future.
Diversified Technologies, Inc. Modulator
for Short Pulse Switching
This project will develop
a solid-state switch for the Short Pulse X-Ray Project at Argonne National
Laboratory. The switch will enable the
MTECH Laboratories, LLC
Novel Power
Conditioning Concepts
831 Rte. 67, Bldg. 45C
This work will apply a novel approach to existing power devices in order to enhance their performance. Uses of these devices include very high-power pulsed switching applications, such as accelerator modulators.
Niowave, Inc. Development of a
Superconducting RF
1012 N. Walnut Street
1.5 GHz
Landau Cavity for
This project will develop superconducting multi-spoke cavities that offer several advantages over current elliptical structures to accelerate electrons near the speed of light.
RadiaBeam Technologies, LLC A
User-Friendly, Modular Simulation
13428 Beach Ave
Code
for Emission Processes From
This project will develop computational software that will accurately model the radiation emitted from high brightness particle accelerators. The software will emphasize the modeling of radiation collected by accelerator beam diagnostics, while stressing user-friendly interfaces. This software will have applications in accelerators across fields as diverse as materials study to medical imaging.
TOPIC: ADVANCED COAL RESEARCH
STTR
Project
Applied Nanotech, Inc. Advanced Coal Research, New CO2
Scientists have proposed reducing greenhouse gas by injecting carbon dioxide (CO2) into geologic subsurface structures. Sophisticated monitoring tools are essential to track CO2 in the geologic structures and assure safe retention. This project will develop and field test an improved CO2 sensor.
Eltron Research & Development Inc. Novel
Fischer-Tropsch Catalyst for
Using Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (FTS) to produce synthetic fuels from
coal and biomass will help the
Materials and Systems Research, Inc. Advanced
Coal Research - Sealing
5395 West 700 South
Systems
for High Temperature SOFCs
This project will provide a viable sealing option for planar solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) that are preferred for their high current density. An effective sealing solution will benefit the community by providing an impetus for clean and efficient energy generation.
STTR
Project
RBR@Vision Novel
Attrition-Resistant Fischer
STTR
Project
Resonon, Inc. Hyperspectral
Sensor for Large-Area
This project will develop technology that utilizes the natural response of plants to underground carbon-dioxide, for locating leaks from carbon sequestration reservoirs and pipelines. The technology will provide complete coverage at low-cost and may be useful for other applications such as agriculture and monitoring methane pipelines.
STTR
Project
Sheeta Global Technology Corporation Low
Cost Open-Path Instrument for
Public confidence in safety is a prerequisite to the success of carbon dioxide (CO2) capture and storage for any program that intends to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. To addresses the security of CO2 containment, this project will develop what is called “an open path device” to measure CO2 concentrations near the ground and above a CO2 storage area.
TDA Research, Inc.
Novel
Sorbents for Removal of
12345 W. 52nd Avenue
Mercury,
Arsenic, Sulfur and Halides
The use of advanced, highly efficient and environmentally responsible coal-based processes is hindered by the presence of wide-spectrum trace contaminants. This project will develop technology to remove these contaminants in a cost-effective way to support the widespread utilization of domestic coal.
TDA Research, Inc.
Novel
Catalysts to Maximize Gasoline
12345 W. 52nd Avenue
Yields
Liquid fuels produced by Fischer–Tropsch (FT) synthesis can provide an immediately viable alternative to crude oil. This project will develop a catalyst that will decrease the cost of the FT process.
Vista Photonics, Inc.
Large Area Leak Sensor for
85820
Inexpensive high-performance sensors are required in the field to detect leaks of carbon dioxide from permanent geologic storage sites. The this project will develop a laser sensor technology to provide the required measurements for an exceptional value.
TOPIC: MATERIALS FOR ADVANCED
NUCLEAR ENERGY SYSTEMS
FM Technologies, Inc.
Joining
and Hermetic Sealing of SiC
4431-H