Nanostructured Erosion Resistant Coatings for Zinc Sulfide Windows and Domes Navy STTR FY2006 Sol No.: Navy STTR FY2006 Topic No.: N06-T014 Topic Title: Nanostructured Erosion Resistant Coatings for Zinc Sulfide Windows and Domes Proposal No.: N064-014-0196 Firm: NanoSonic, Inc. P.O. Box 618 Christiansburg, Virginia 24068 Contact: M. Berg Phone: (540) 953-1785 Web Site: http://www.nanosonic.com Abstract: Forward looking infrared (FLIR) systems are imaging devices that use two basic ranges of the infrared portion of the electromagnetic spectrum: 3-5 �m (MWIR) and 8-12 �m (LWIR). These systems have applications in naval vessels, helicopters, armored fighting vehicles and fixed-wing aircraft. The goal of this proposed STTR Phase I project is to apply AR and compliant, erosion-resistant coatings to multispectral zinc sulfide, using NanoSonic's patented Electrostatic Self-Assembly method. This coating system will dramatically increase the infrared transmission of zinc sulfide (> 90%) and maintain the integrity of the substrate through strong adhesion over a useful temperature range under adverse weather conditions. Benefits: Delamination Resistant Coating Systems for FLIR have applications for virtually every ground-based operation including force protection, surveillance, border patrol, perimeter security and special operations. Benefits for commercial aviation systems and camera and video devices are also anticipated. Return