Tunable ETIVS Thermal Sensor for SCO/FCO IM Mitigation Navy SBIR FY2014.2 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2014.2 Topic No.: N142-108 Topic Title: Tunable ETIVS Thermal Sensor for SCO/FCO IM Mitigation Proposal No.: N142-108-0045 Firm: Systima Technologies, Inc. 10809 120th Ave NE Kirkland, Washington 98033 Contact: Stephanie Sawhill Phone: (425) 487-4020 Web Site: www.systima.com Abstract: In the proposed program Systima Technologies Inc. will develop a tunable ETIVS thermal trigger device for integration into a TIVS on Navy weapon system platforms. Systima's ETIVS trigger technology leverages Systima's existing thermal sensing technology and expertise in design of devices for IM mitigation of solid rocket motors. Benefits of Systima's ETVIS device include passive operation (no power required) until detection of SCO or FCO environment, demonstrated MIL-STD-1901A/MIL-STD-1316 compliant in-line initiation system, consistent performance at various heating rates, and lightweight and compact design that is well suited for motors having D=5". In the Phase I program Systima will develop a detailed ETIVS thermal trigger design and validate technical approach and critical component preliminary designs through prototype bench top testing. The Phase II program will further optimize the design and include functional tests per applicable standards as well as environmental testing (such as shock, vibration, etc.) with prototype ETIVS trigger to demonstrate system performance and reliability. SCO/FCO tests will be conducted per MIL-STD-2105D with TIVS energetic materials (LSC) to bring the ETIVS sensor technology to TRL=4-5. Benefits: The proposed ETIVS sensor technology can be used with SRM venting system technologies to vent motor cases and requires no alteration to the motor/missile configuration to provide IM compliance (Type V Burning Reaction) in Fast and Slow Cook-off (FCO/SCO) environments. This will improve safety conditions for military personnel during transport, storage or use of Naval weapons systems. The proposed Phase I/II programs will develop an ETIVS sensor/trigger for Navy weapon platforms and SRM's having diameters in the range of D=5" to D=20" and bring the technology to TRL=4-5 for a future system demonstration in collaboration with NAWCWD. Applications for the ETIVS sensor include Navy and MDA weapon platforms, and potential commercial applications include commercial mining, commercial space flight applications, sounding rockets, sled track testing, and fire mitigation applications. The technology can provide the ability to reduce Department of Transportation Hazard Classifications to enable more economical and efficient commercial transportation of explosive materials. Return