OCTOBER 18-20, 2021
WASHINGTON, DC
2021 Innovation Showcase Participants
- Showcase Participants with Maturity: Commercial Product
Ultra-resilient lightweight, flexible solar solutions to meet DoD requirements for Energy independence in Space, SUAS, Dismounted Power, and Unattended Ground Sensors
Ascent manufactures Solar panels using a thin-film process on a lightweight plastic material. This makes it ultra light-weight, very flexible, and incredibly resilient. It can take a bullet, micro-meteorite, etc. and still keep working, providing our customers in the Defense, Space/Aerospace with the utmost in operational resilience.
An Unbreakable Foundation for Formally Secured Computing
BedRock Systems has developed a Formal Methods proven Trusted Computing Base that provides a virtualized environment for existing operating systems and applications, which enables the implementation of Active Security (TM) at the CPU level using policies that mitigate many cyber vulnerabilities that are not being adequately addressed today.
Polyimide Aerogel Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) for Aerospace and Defense
AeroZero® Thermal Protection Systems (AZ-TPS) are installed in Aerospace / Defense systems when challenging temperature or space restrictions exist that prevent the use of historic insulators. AZ-TPS improve energy efficiency by eliminating hot spots and controlling the heat flow within confined spaces. AZ-TPS are powered by AeroZero® film.
BraceTrack
BraceTrack is a time tracking sensor and app for scoliosis braces which allows patients to efficiently track the time they wear their back brace, automatically apply any unexpired banked hours to daily shortfalls, view results in digestible graphs, and designate others (doctors or parents) to receive their bracing reports.
Cellular Fabrication: A New Framework for Construction-Scale Composite 3D Printing
Branch Technology has invented Cellular Fabrication, or C-Fab®, which combines industrial robotics, geometric gridding algorithms, and a novel "Freeform" extrusion technology that allows printed material to solidify in free space without supports. Branch prints ultralight and strong construction components of any geometry with this technique.
BUNDLAR Augmented Reality Content Management System (ARCMS)
BUNDLAR is an Augmented Reality Platform consisting of a no-code content management system and mobile application. Build and edit AR experiences in our web-based platform and instantly publish them to any supported mobile device on iOS or Android. It's everything needed to build, edit and access AR using your content.
Technology/Solution Name: Low-density Parity-check error correction for enabling high-density flash storage with maximum endurance and performance
Codelucida’s error-correction solutions support the next generation of densest NAND flash memories. As the densities of memories increase to enable higher storage capacities, the memories become more prone to errors and the performance degrades. Codelucida’s solutions provide the strongest error correction with highly scalable performance and reduced power.
Low-density Parity-check error correction for enabling high-density flash storage with maximum endurance and performance
Codelucida’s error-correction solutions support the next generation of densest NAND flash memories. As the densities of memories increase to enable higher storage capacities, the memories become more prone to errors and the performance degrades. Codelucida’s solutions provide the strongest error-correction with highly scalable performance and reduced power
PCert - Universal Certificate, Digital ID and Key (crypto asset) Discovery and Mitigation Plattform
PCert aims to discover, assess and support management of all computer trust relations (X.509, SSH, PGP, Keystores) wherever and whatever they are and supports you to manage them compliant to your enterprise rules independent from individuals and silos and improve your cyber security approach (SOC, CIT) with a new capability.
HAIDi
HAIDi is an AI-based software solution for automated clinical surveillance of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), which revolutionizes the way hospitals identify, confront and combat HAIs. HAIDi transforms the infection prevention in hospitals into a data-driven process allowing to save both lives and costs and to improve the quality of care.
Growth Based Design Optimization of 3D Printed Quasi-Isotropic Chopped & Continuous Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites
Desktop Metal’s “Fiber” product is a commercially available 3D printer of chopped and continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composite materials. Our proposed solution is to leverage material advancements that provide more isotropic material properties, as well as software advancements that enable design optimization of 3D printed composite parts.
Active Cyber Defense for Operational Technology Networks
The Dragos Platform and OnClave Networks TrustedPlatform allow organizations to visualize, detect, & respond to Industrial Control System/Operational Technology threats and vulnerabilities.
Everykey - No more Passwords, No more Keys
Everykey is the world’s first universal smart key that wirelessly unlocks your phone, computer, tablet, and automatically logs you into your online accounts when you're nearby, then locks everything down when you walk away. Soon it will work with door locks, cars, and other access controlled devices too!
Next-Generation Industrial Data Diodes for Secure ICS Monitoring
Fend's hardware blocks ransomware and malware while extracting data from industrial control systems and sends it in a physically-enforced, one-way manner to remote monitoring platforms or the cloud. Fend's hardware has been tested by the Army and Navy and can improve operational resilience and critical network security.
Next-Generation Low-Cost Industrial Data Diodes
Fend provides affordable, physically-enforced cybersecurity for industrial control systems. Fend's data diode hardware sends data in only one direction, proven through third-party penetration testing, from industrial and other critical networks to their intended location (including the cloud) while providing an "air gap" in one direction.
Automated Fiber Optic Connector Inspection and Cleaning
Inspection and cleaning of optical devices, from single ferrules to connectors such as VITA and D38999. Flexible, highly automated systems, with multiple types optimized for both production and field use. Currently used in manufacturing, assembly, depot and operational sustainment applications for MIL-Aero and commercial aerospace, Telecom and Datacom markets.
Technology integration platform for effective energy and technology use
Sofware for cleantech use, advanced energy management, technology integration for industry, buildings, cities and energetics
Technology integration platform for effective energy and technology use
Sofware for cleantech use, advanced energy management, technology integration for industry, buildings, cities and energetics
Forescout Platform
Information and Operational Technology networks alike need to be secured and defended from cyber attacks. Our platform allows Administrators to secure all connected devices through common principles, using methods that are best practices for the unique environments. Implementing an integrated cybersecuity strategy will ensure cyber readiness for DoD mission success.
kNOw Touch - Contactless Elevator Control System
Minimising contact with objects has become an essential part of anti-pandemic efforts. The “kNOw Touch” contactless panel lessens the risk of coronavirus transmission in elevator by enabling touchless sensing in elevator control. This cost efficient technology only requires a small twist without the need of vast mechanical alteration to perform.
Catalyst for Improved Pot Life and Cure Time
Addition of 2,4-pentanedione to metal catalyzed 2-component polyurethane coating systems is a proven method to increase pot life. The level of pot life extension varies depending on the metal catalyst. A unique aluminum-based catalyst was designed to provide optimized pot life and cure properties when used with 2,4-pentanedione.
SECURE FULLY DIGITAL VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION SOFTWARE/HARDWARE PLATFORM
LITE-CHECK, provides State-of-the-Art, Customizable, Scalable, and Integrated, Software & Hardware Vehicle System Solutions; for Diagnostic & Testing, of Industry & Government Transportation Fleets to Optimize Operational, Management, Safety, & Reporting Requirements.
SECURE FULLY DIGITAL VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION SOFTWARE/HARDWARE PLATFORM
LITE-CHECK, provides State-of-the-Art, Customizable, Scalable, and Integrated, Software & Hardware Vehicle System Solutions; for Diagnostic & Testing, of Industry & Government Transportation Fleets to Optimize Operational, Management, Safety, & Reporting Requirements.
UNILEXA passive lower limbs exoskeleton
Our innovative passive exoskeleton enables people with partial or complete loss of function of the lower limbs to walk again at a fraction of the cost of existing solutions. Main attributes are affordability, lightweight design, stability of walking. UNILEXA can be extended using smart modules.
MELD: a scalable, no-melt method for printing for large metal parts
MELD®, a no-melt method for printing for large scale metal parts, is one of the newest and most innovative technologies to enter the additive manufacturing market. Since being named most disruptive new technology globally by the prestigious R&D100 organization, the company behind this technology keeps making record breaking news.
GURU
MSBAI develops a 'Universal Interface for Simulation' called GURU — a cognitive AI assistant that enables untrained users to run specialized simulation software.
Base of the Future, Passive Performance NetZero Autonomous Expeditionary Buildings
Modula S ultra-efficient building envelopes enable cost-effective NetZero buildings. We reduce energy demand to an absolute minimum, and then we implement systems integration of HVAC and power systems for operational efficiency. The enabling technology is a 6.5” thick, low cost, lightweight, code-compliant insulation assembly rated at R-60.
Continuous monitoring of moisture/condensation in buildings
Water/moisture/condensation damage and subsequent mold formation is a leading problem in buildings, especially wood-frame. Moistureguard uses proprietary sensors in critical areas to monitor moisture levels and notify owners/builders of problems as an early-warning system.
NetCore Disaster Response Network (DRN)
NetNumber’s NetCore DRN, designed for any Disaster Response situations, delivering: • Secure automated registration of mobile handsets within the disaster area. • User registration by 1,500+ global network operators, ensures command/control of US citizens/foreign visitors. • Robust solution for First Responders calls, messaging and data. • Highly secure environment.
TurboSBIR - "TurboTax" for SBIR/STTR Proposal Preparation and Management
TurboSBIR is a single sign-on software that helps small business find, apply, and manage for SBIR/STTR programs across all agencies from one central place. The webapp contains real-time collaboration, team management, auto-formatting, and document management features to ensure 100% compliant and high-quality submissions.
Zero Trust Security for Resilient On-Base Microgrids and Flightlines for Smart Installations of the Future
Securing Resilient On-base Microgrids and Flightlines are high priorities for Smart Installations of the Future. Our panel discussion case study review, “Zero Trust for Energy Management Control Systems” and “Flightline Security in a Box” featuring Fort Belvoir backup power microgrid owner, Spectrum Solutions integrator, AADC and Onclave Networks.
Securing Resilient On-Base Microgrids and Flightlines for Smart Installations of the Future
Onclave TrustedPlatform™ is designed to protect critical infrastructure systems (IoT/ICS/OT) including new (5G, CBRS) and legacy devices. Smart installations of the future are interconnected. By integrating techniques and technologies used by DoD and IC with our patented technology, we created a Zero Trust, purpose-built platform to run and protect enterprises.
PEKAT VISION
Software PEKAT VISION is easy to use and automates quality assurance and visual inspection tasks in manufacturing plants.
Wireless Power Harvester Chips that convert RF to usable DC power
We use a transmitter that sends radio waves to send power over a distance to our power harvester receiver chips that convert the radio signals into usable DC power to charge or replace batteries.
rasdaman: raster data manager
The rasdaman datacube engine unleashes spatio-temporal Big Earth Data in a flexible, ultra-fast, standards-based way. Analytics, fusion, and ML is supported without requiring coding skills. Further key features include location transparent federations; pixel-level security; operational on dozen-Petabyte assets of satellite, climate, and further data sets, up to radio networks planning.
DevSecOps Automation Platform
Refactr offers an easy to use DevSecOps automation platform purpose built for cybersecurity while still supporting the power of DevOps. Plug into existing DevOps workflows, connect with security tools, and ensure organizations continuously automate safely and seamlessly, all while enabling cybersecurity practitioners to up-skill as they shift left.
Setting a Strong Foundation for Securing Facility Related Control Systems
SEL OT SDN facilitates purpose built networks to meet applications needs used to operate, control, and monitor our critical infrastructure. It builds a foundation for OT devices to be identified and protected to meet initial cybersecurity compliance efforts and easily integrates other technologies to detect, monitor, and protect.
Wearable Active Lighting Technology
Patented multifunctional wearable lighting system in smart-textiles category for professional/worker/personal safety in low-light conditions. Full eco-system for wide range of application including sensors for special situations.
Automated System Integration, Testing & Certification Leveraging a Robust Data Architecture
Skayl has developed an automated integration capability, named CinC (pronounced "sync" - Configurable Infrastructure Capability) that dramatically reduces costs and timelines associated with system of systems (SoS) integration, testing and certification. The technology is based on scalable, algorithmic processes that leverage a semantic model-based engineering process and data architecture.
Carbon negative specialty chemicals
Solugen uses synthetic biology and metal catalysis to make specialty chemicals at industrial scale from corn while sequestering CO2 in the manufacturing process. This platform technology is currently used to make chemical intermediaries with many different end uses, including corrosion inhibitors, chelation chemicals for agriculture, and deicing fluid.
spotLESS Anti-Fouling Surface Coating
Our solution is an easy-clean, anti-fouling, liquid-, and sludge-repellent coating that can be spray-coated onto different surfaces in ambient conditions within minutes. Our coating makes it possible to prevent fouling from bacteria, blood, urine, feces, and mineral buildup for a broad range of surfaces.
SprayVision - coating process digitalization and optimization
Sprayvision is a technology for the digitalization of coating processes, and consists of a combination of hardware and software. This technology enables users to better understand the performance of their coating lines and to optimize the parameters on the basis of the data collected.
Bison High Alumina Resin - Ultra High Temperature Ceramic Material
Complex geometries and high resolution details are possible when 3d printing in Bison High Alumina UV curable resin. It can print at 25 micron layer thickness and 57 micron pixels and is heat tolerant to over 1750C and has high thermal shock tolerance.
Antivirus3D
A novel antimicrobial 3D printing technology that enables new medical usage of 3D printing products to combat against contact transmission of lethal microbial in public area.
Multi-functional Compounds for Coatings
TriMiS has developed a proprietary customizable platform to produce long-lasting and high efficacy anti-mold, antimicrobial and antiviral coatings. Our polymeric coatings are using controlled release technology to prevent the growth of microorganisms. The coating lasts a lot longer under harsh environmental conditions and remain fully compliant with regulations and standards.
Tofino Firewall
Tofino is an industrial protocol-based deep packet inspection firewall that inspects packets at the protocol level providing zero day security. Tofino operates at Layer 2 and has no IP so it is undetectable on the network by an adversary while providing protection for controllers in an ICS environment.
Next generation pilot training ecosystems
Vrgineers, Inc. - company specializing in developing, manufacturing, and integrating next-generation simulation technologies with the main focus on pilot training and simulation.
