Rapid Thermoplastic Patching Capability for Legacy Thermoset Airframe Sustainment

Department of War · Navy · SBIR Topic · 27.BZ

posted 4 November 2026 · closes 6 January 2027

Summary

The Department of the Navy’s Office of Naval Research is seeking a rapid thermoplastic patching capability to fuse high‑strength thermoplastic patches to legacy thermoset composite airframes, replacing slow adhesive repairs with portable welding processes. This effort aims to dramatically reduce aircraft on ground time and eliminate cold‑storage logistics for depot‑level repair materials.

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