Modular Lightweight External Fuel Tank System Navy SBIR FY2010.2 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2010.2 Topic No.: N102-108 Topic Title: Modular Lightweight External Fuel Tank System Proposal No.: N102-108-0784 Firm: Utility Development Corporation 112 Naylon Avenue Livingston, New Jersey 07039 Contact: Harry Katz Phone: (973) 994-4334 Web Site: udccorp.com Abstract: The objective will be to develop a lightweight and non-flammable survivable modular external fuel tank system, which will enable vehicle operation in hostile environments and minimize loss of fuel due to a direct/indirect hit. UDC will improve the structural integrity and strength of the self-sealing fuel tanks. Based on the data generated, UDC will create a conceptual design including estimated weight, cost and performance characteristics. The tanks will be tested for the bullet impact resistance, self sealability of different size holes, fire and smoke performance, chemical resistance, structural integrity, water and salt fog resistance. The testing will be performed in accordance with General Dynamics' fuel tank specification SC-P4010409. At the end of Phase I, UDC will document trade-off analysis comparing performance versus weight savings. A detailed report on work performed with all resultant data will be submitted. Benefits: The proposed program will make a significant contribution towards the development of a self-sealing fuel tank that is low cost, rugged, lightweight, and non-flammable. The resulting technology will be applicable to various military and commercial land, sea, and airbased vehicles, commercial aircraft, automotive, and law enforcement. This technology is directly applicable to large military vehicles such as the Army's BCT Modernization, USMC MPC and retrofits to fielded ground combat and tactical vehicles, such as, the MRAP family of vehicles. Return