Efficient Light Weight Propulsion for Small Unmanned Surface Vehicle Navy SBIR FY2012.1 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2012.1 Topic No.: N121-054 Topic Title: Efficient Light Weight Propulsion for Small Unmanned Surface Vehicle Proposal No.: N121-054-0108 Firm: Candent Technologies Incorporated 6107 W. Airport Blvd Suite 190 Greenfield, Indiana 46140 Contact: Emanuel Papandreas Phone: (317) 336-4477 Web Site: WWW.candent-technologies.com Abstract: A small, efficient, light weight propulsion system consisting of a single cylinder, two cycle heavy fuel engine and a waterjet propulsor will be designed to meet the requirements for the 66 inch, 24 inch beam man-portable small Unmanned Surface Vehicle. Benefits: The efficient propulsion system will allow USV operation for scouting ahead of the patrol or insertion craft, enabling mission lengths in excess of six hours, with dash speed capability above 25 kts Return