Originally posted on LinkedIn 10/7/2024
We're delighted to announce that NavaFlex has been awarded a Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant from the U.S. Department of Energy!
This $1,150,000 Phase II award will support our project "Composition Optimization Bi2Sr2CaCu2O Powder for High JE Multifilamentary Wires for High Field Magnets." We're excited to collaborate with our esteemed partners, Bruker Oxford Superconducting Technology (BOST) and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL) on this groundbreaking initiative.
Our goal is to develop scalable manufacturing processes for high-performance Bi-2212/Ag wires, which are crucial for enabling high-field magnets exceeding 16 Telsa. These magnets are essential for advancing high-energy physics research, particularly in next-generation particle accelerators and upgrades to existing facilities.
By establishing a reliable source of optimized powders and improving wire fabrication processes, we aim to enhance the performance and accessibility of Bi-2212/Ag wires. This work will contribute significantly to capabilities of next-generation accelerators and support the broader scientific community's pursuit of fundamental discoveries in particle physics.
For NavaFlex, this award represents a major milestone. It will accelerate our R&D efforts, strengthen our position in the superconductor market, and pave the way for future commercialization opportunities. We're honored to play a role in advancing the field of high-temperature superconductors and contributing to the development of a robust domestic ecosystem for high-field magnet technology.
We're grateful for the DOE's support and looking forward to the exciting work ahead!

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