| Sol No.: |
Navy SBIR FY2005.2 |
| Topic No.: |
N05-102 |
| Topic Title: |
Low-Cost Power Source (Thermal Battery) |
| Proposal No.: |
N052-102-0518 |
| Firm: |
Hi-Z Technology, Inc.
Suite 7400
7606 Miramar Road
San Diego, California 92126-4210 |
| Contact: |
John Bass |
| Phone: |
(858) 695-6660 |
| Web Site: |
www.hi-z.com |
| Abstract: |
This proposal is to conduct a Phase I study of the design of a high volumetric energy density generator for the Navy that can be used in weapons systems requiring long storage times. The volumetric energy density goal is 1000 W-hr/l or 5 times greater than the present power supply. The proposed design of this power supply is unique in that it suggests the use of a "thermite type" heat source that will provide heat input to an advanced quantum well thermoelectric module where the heat will be converted directly to electricity to provide power to the buoy. |
| Benefits: |
Hi-Z anticipates that completion of this program will result in the development of a new type of highly reliable, low cost, environmentally friendly, power supply that can be used to provide electric power in small buoys and missiles and other mobile power applications that require long term storage. It is anticipated this standalone power supply will exceed battery performance under many harsh conditions and provide the consumer with a small portable power supply that can be readily stored in the home or car. |