Commercialization of Ultra-High Payload-to-Weight UAS Subsystems

Department of War · Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency · SBIR Topic · 26.BZ

posted 5 August 2026 · closed 23 September 2026

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Summary

The Department of War, via DARPA, is seeking proposals to commercialize ultra‑high payload‑to‑weight unmanned aircraft system (UAS) subsystems that can achieve a 4:1 ratio through revolutionary aerodynamic or powertrain designs. The effort aims to transition high‑risk prototype concepts into manufacturable, certified components for military and industrial use, emphasizing rapid commercialization and scalability.

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