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Transitioning technology beyond Phase II and into operational environments is extremely challenging for small businesses. We thank the small businesses whose success stories are published in these success reports for sharing their transition pathways, challenges and valuable lessons learned so others may benefit from their experiences.

The technologies and solutions described in these SBIR/STTR Success Report booklets illustrates the range of important problems being addressed by DARPA, and highlights the benefits of applying the innovative technologies and solutions developed by these small businesses into operational environments. Some of these companies have also successfully developed technologies for dual-use applications—both for the military and for civilians—including a decision support tool for emergency first responders, a patient monitoring device for healthcare providers, and energy-efficient lighting.

There are still many challenging scientific and technological problems yet to be solved. We hope each company’s success story serves as motivation for SBIR and STTR companies to remain focused on their transition path and for new small businesses to consider participating in future SBIR or STTR solicitations. (download .pdf)

The modern warfighter, whether on land, air or sea, must constantly innovate to keep one step ahead of the changing twenty-first century battlefield. Innovative research projects provide cutting-edge technology to U.S. military personnel. The companies described in this publication have successfully created new approaches and solutions resulting in improved capabilities not only for the military but also for commercial markets.

There are real benefits for businesses to apply to the DARPA SBIR/STTR program for funding. In addition to funding for research and development, DARPA program managers offer guidance and counsel to assist companies in meeting the needs of the military.

As you read the success stories of the following companies, remember that America was built by entrepreneurs, and small businesses are still the backbone of our nation’s economy today. Small businesses are encouraged to apply for funding from the SBIR/STTR Program. When small businesses successfully complete DARPA contracts, it’s good for everyone—our military, our companies and the economy. (download .pdf)

Many of the SBIR/STTR Success Reports also describe how small businesses collaborate with universities to advance technology. These universities include private and public research institutions. The primary reasons, reported in the success reports, for working with universities on their DARPA SBIR/STTR projects, include to:

Augment their know-how, especially in areas of a) significant advancements in basic technologies and b) specialized technical fields

Conduct advanced research and development

Verify research through testing and evaluation

License the university’s research

To find out more about how universities were involved with SBIR/STTR projects, search the success reports by keyword "university".

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