Reconfigurable Shock and Vibration Isolator Navy SBIR FY2005.3 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2005.3 Topic No.: N05-151 Topic Title: Reconfigurable Shock and Vibration Isolator Proposal No.: N053-151-0290 Firm: Creare Inc. P.O. Box 71 Hanover, New Hampshire 03755 Contact: B. May Phone: (603) 643-3800 Web Site: www.creare.com Abstract: Navy ships, including the new DD(X), engaging in challenging missions, such as littoral and ASW operations, require greater vibration isolation and shock mitigation than is available with mounts that are currently available. Creare proposes an innovative mount that can achieve unsurpassed absorption of shock energy in a compact package while providing excellent vibration isolation at normal load levels. A single mount design can protect a wide range of loads, while the design can be scaled easily such that only a few sizes will be required to protect equipment ranging from 0.5 lb to 10,000 lbs in weight. At the time of installation, the natural frequency of the mount can be customized independently of setting the maximum force that the mount can transmit during a shock event. The mounts will be highly durable, resistant to environmental effects, straightforward to install in new or retrofit applications, require no maintenance, and exhibit low life-cycle cost. We will demonstrate the feasibility of our innovation during Phase I in the laboratory with a proof-of-concept prototype. During Phase II, we will fabricate and test prototype units at Creare and provide several prototype units for an application selected by the Navy for ship trials. Benefits: The proposed shock and vibration mount can be scaled to isolate and protect critical equipment of all sizes. While the focus of this proposal is the Navy's DD(X) program, the concept is directly applicable to mounts for pipes, machinery, and equipment for use in environments where shock and vibration are of concern. Potential non-military applications include commercial shipping, ground transportation, manufacturing, mining, and other industries that require isolation and protection for equipment and/or personnel, including protection of power plant equipment in earthquake prone locations. Return