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#155: Composite Technology Development, Inc. 2600 Campus Drive, Suite D Lafayette, CO 80026 Michael Hulse (303) 664-0394 x142 michael.hulse@ctd-materials.com http://www.ctd-materials.com Year: 2010 Command: ONR - SBIR Topic: N07-088 TRL: 5 |
Propulsor Blade Advanced Composite Materials Quad Chart Narrative Briefing Capabilities BrochureKeywords: Materials, composites, propulsor, propeller, durable, cavitation, erosion resistance, marine, propulsion, naval composites, lighter weight Abstract: Leveraging experience solving challenges with novel materials and engineering specialized components for space, aeronautical, energy, and other commercial applications, this company is developing advanced composite materials optimized for the naval propulsor environment. Composites offer key benefits including lighter weight, corrosion resistance and the ability to vary operational performance within the blade. The focus has been on cavitation erosion and impact performance, key durability attributes necessary for propulsor blades. Improvement in cavitation erosion resistance of over 10X compared to state-of-the-art composites has been achieved. Composite propeller blades are being fabricated for water tunnel testing at NSWCCD.Relationships are sought to build and demonstrate the current technology in an operational environment and insert the technology into the Navy fleet and commercial markets. Presentation: Tuesday, 11:20am - 11:40am in Conference Theater Booth: 504 |