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Multi-Modal Luminescent Paint Systems for Underwater Surface Diagnostics

Department of War · Navy · STTR Topic · 27.TZ

posted 4 November 2026 · closes 6 January 2027

Summary

The Navy’s Office of Naval Research seeks development of a multi-modal luminescent paint system that can simultaneously measure wall pressure, shear stress, and temperature on complex underwater surfaces. This effort targets advanced diagnostic materials to enable high‑resolution, full‑field hydrodynamic testing for naval and broader engineering applications.

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