Fiber Reinforced Copper for Bushing Applications(1000-684) Navy SBIR FY2005.1 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2005.1 Topic No.: N05-009 Topic Title: Fiber Reinforced Copper for Bushing Applications(1000-684) Proposal No.: N051-009-0195 Firm: TRITON SYSTEMS, INC. 200 TURNPIKE ROAD Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824 Contact: Karin Karg Phone: (978) 250-4200 Web Site: www.tritonsys.com Abstract: Triton's fiber reinforced copper composites (FRCC) offer performance benefits that match or exceed the properties of current beryllium-copper alloy components. The value to the Navy is further enhanced in that these composites can utilize different fiber reinforcement materials and preform architectures to effectively tune the desired properties of strength, conductivity, stiffness, elongation, weight and wear to meet the application requirements. During Phase I, Triton proposes to fabricate and test several material designs for tensile and compressive strength. The goal is to achieve a minimum of 180ksi with at least one of the formulations while maintaining the desired hardness, and fatigue life and thermal characteristics. Benefits: Fiber reinforced copper composites (FRCC) can be used in place of beryllium-copper alloys and other applications requiring improved component service life, enhance durability, and improved wear characteristics. Potential commercial applications including landing gear bushing and bearings, electronic components, electrical equipment, and housings for magnetic sensing devices. Return