Fuel Efficient Forward Operating Base (1001-596) Navy SBIR FY2010.3 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2010.3 Topic No.: N103-193 Topic Title: Fuel Efficient Forward Operating Base (1001-596) Proposal No.: N103-193-0019 Firm: TRITON SYSTEMS, INC. 200 TURNPIKE ROAD Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824 Contact: Tyson Lawrence Phone: (978) 250-4200 Web Site: www.tritonsys.com Abstract: Triton Systems, Inc. proposes to identify the most promising alternatives for the Marine Corps to become more energy efficient, particularly in company-sized forward operating bases (FOBs). Energy use at FOBs can be very high and the logistics of delivering fuel are a major problem. In Phase I Triton will develop an analytical model of the power and ECU loads for a small and medium FOB. The model will start with a baseline using current Marine Corps equipment. Using the model, the team will conduct a sensitivity analysis to determine how making equipment changes affect fuel usage. Several innovative concepts will be evaluated to determine what would have the largest impact on energy usage balanced against logistics considerations and cost. Benefits: Increases in energy efficiency are critical for the Marines. Not only is fuel expensive, but the cost is multiplied due to the cost of delivery. More importantly, additional fuel deliveries put additional soldiers in harm's way. Innovative solutions that decrease fuel usage without burdening the Marines with added logistics will have compound benefits. Energy efficiency is also important in commercial, government, and industrial buildings. The solutions identified for a forward operating base are most likely to be applicable to niche markets that are not well served by traditional options such as construction sites, temporary classrooms or other structures, and camps, fairs, or other outdoor events. Return