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Power the space: high-voltage radiation hardened power switches for space power and propulsion

Department of War · Air Force · SBIR Topic · 26.BX

posted 5 August 2026 · closed 23 September 2026

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Summary

The notice seeks development and demonstration of high-voltage radiation‑hardened semiconductor power switches for space propulsion, power buses, and related applications. This capability is critical to enable next‑generation electric propulsion, space‑based solar power, and on‑orbit computing for the U.S. Space Force, making it a core advanced technology effort.

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