Innovative Lift Fan Clutch Plate Concepts
Navy SBIR FY2012.1


Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2012.1
Topic No.: N121-023
Topic Title: Innovative Lift Fan Clutch Plate Concepts
Proposal No.: N121-023-1433
Firm: C9 Corporation
107 Hermes Rd Suite 225
Malta, New York 12020
Contact: Stan Hemstad
Phone: (518) 289-5831
Web Site: C9corp.com
Abstract: C9 proposes to assess the performance of the current C/C friction materials for the lift fan clutch, evaluate other potential candidates including C/C ceramic doped to reduce morning sickness, C9 chopped molded C/SiOC material with an infinite ability to change friction modifiers and control density and non-woven reinforced oxidation resistant graphitic structure material like Aluminum Nitride. Testing is proposed in the 6 month option.
Benefits: Extended life and lower maintenance cost of the F-35B lift fan clutch.

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