High Power and Energy Density, Electrical Energy Storage Device Navy SBIR FY2010.3 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2010.3 Topic No.: N103-214 Topic Title: High Power and Energy Density, Electrical Energy Storage Device Proposal No.: N103-214-0397 Firm: ADA Technologies, Inc. 8100 Shaffer Parkway Suite #130 Littleton, Colorado 80127-4107 Contact: Josh Buettner-Garrett Phone: (303) 792-5615 Web Site: www.adatech.com Abstract: Naval aircraft and the Joint Strike Fighter in particular face the challenge of adding functionality while avoiding weight increases that could hinder performance. Additionally, electrical power-hungry features such as electro-hydrostatic actuators for flight control surfaces and the possibility of future additions such as regenerative power and directed energy weapons increase the need for reliable power on the aircraft. To address this need, ADA proposes the use of nanostructured electrodes and ionic liquid gel polymer electrolytes for advanced ultracapacitors that will enable increased power and energy density by achieving higher operating voltages and better electrolyte conductivity/accessibility. Further, the use of an ionic liquid electrolyte will improve device safety due to the material's inherent non-volatility / non-flammability. Benefits: The proposed technology will greatly increase the performance and safety over state-of-the-art ultracapacitor technologies. This will in turn greatly impact the performance of the target application by providing it with greater pulse power capabilities with minimal increase in weight. If successful, the resulting technology could have substantial commercial impact as the overall market for ultracapacitor technologies is estimated to be in excess of $6B per year. Spin-off applications include hybrid electric vehicles, utility grid applications, and personal electronics among others. Return