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STTR

The Small Business Technology Transfer program, similar to SBIR but requiring small-business/non-profit collaboration.

Programs Also: STTR, sttr Has Dossier → 5 sources

01 Definition

The Small Business Technology Transfer program, similar to SBIR but requiring small-business/non-profit collaboration. Funded FRC research at MSNW LLC with the University of Washington.

02 Detailed_Analysis

The Small Business Technology Transfer program, similar to SBIR but requiring small-business/non-profit collaboration. Funded FRC research at MSNW LLC with the University of Washington. The Small Business Technology Transfer program, similar to SBIR but requiring small-business/non-profit collaboration. Funded FRC research at MSNW LLC with the University of Washington.

03 Key_Facts

  • ▸ The Small Business Technology Transfer program, similar to SBIR but requiring small-business/non-profit collaboration
  • ▸ Funded FRC research at MSNW LLC with the University of Washington

04 Deep_Dive_Intelligence

Overview

The Small Business Technology Transfer program, similar to SBIR but requiring small-business/non-profit collaboration. Funded FRC research at MSNW LLC with the University of Washington.

Role: Glossary term: STTR

Entity Type: Concept — STTR is a technical concept or theoretical framework.


Technical Definition

The Small Business Technology Transfer program, similar to SBIR but requiring small-business/non-profit collaboration. Funded FRC research at MSNW LLC with the University of Washington.


Related Concepts: SBIR, Gray Track, MSNW LLC

06 Related_Terms (3)

07 Related_Entities (12)

08 Timeline_Mentions (10)

1997-01-01

BMDO Funds ESTS for Missile Defense

The Ballistic Missile Defense Organization awards SBIR BMDO97T003 to Electron Power Systems for ESTS energy storage. The award states: 'This presents an extraordinary opportunity to obtain a breakthro

Funding
1998-02-01

MIT Confirms ESTS Physics for BMDO

Dr. Chiping Chen of MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center independently derives and confirms the physics of the Electron Spiral Toroid in a report to the BMDO as part of an STTR contract. This is the i

Research
2002

The "Gray Track" Precursor Begins

A parallel, propulsion-focused lineage was established under the sponsorship of NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center. The FRC Acceleration Space Thruster (FAST) experiment, a collaboration between NASA

2007

Spheromak Compression SBIR Award

Woodruff Scientific receives a $749,994 DOE SBIR award to study the production of strong magnetic fields via compact torus compression.

defense-programs
2007-2010

The Private Ecosystem Bifurcates

The FRC technology concepts and talent pool originating from Dr. John Slough's NASA-backed research were strategically split into two separate private entities. MSNW LLC was founded by Slough to conti

2009

MSNW ELF thruster and NASA FRC propulsion

MSNW LLC's FRC-based ELF thruster with NASA funding.

propulsion-physics
2010

Weber Dissertation and MSNW Grant

Toru Weber completes dissertation work on the ELF thruster, funded by an STTR grant to MSNW LLC.

personnel
2010

NASA Fusion Driven Rocket Concept

NASA NIAC funds FDR by Slough at MSNW. MIF metal liners for propulsion. Track 1 of Slough three-track network.

Propulsion
2011

Anthony Pancotti Joins MSNW

Anthony Pancotti transitions from AFRL to MSNW LLC to serve as Propulsion Lead for the Fusion Driven Rocket.

personnel
2011

Anthony Pancotti Joins MSNW LLC

Pancotti transitions from AFRL to the private sector, joining MSNW LLC as Propulsion Lead.

personnel
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09 FAQ

What is STTR? ▾
The Small Business Technology Transfer program, similar to SBIR but requiring small-business/non-profit collaboration. Funded FRC research at MSNW LLC with the University of Washington.
Why does STTR matter? ▾
The Small Business Technology Transfer program, similar to SBIR but requiring small-business/non-profit collaboration.
How does STTR relate to other concepts? ▾
STTR is closely related to SBIR, Gray Track, MSNW LLC. These relationships are documented in the research glossary and cross-referenced with primary source documents.
When did STTR appear in the research timeline? ▾
STTR is referenced in 10 timeline events, including "BMDO Funds ESTS for Missile Defense" (1997-01-01). The timeline provides chronological context for the development and application of this concept.
Which entities are associated with STTR? ▾
12 entities are associated with STTR in the network graph, including NASA MSFC, National Science Foundation, MSNW LLC. Explore the network graph for full relationship mapping.
Is there a detailed dossier for STTR? ▾
Yes, STTR has a comprehensive intelligence dossier with deep dive analysis, source documents, and network connections. View the full dossier for complete intelligence assessment.