Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) Open Announcement

The Air Force Research Laboratory is soliciting white papers and proposals for the Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research (DETER) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA). The ARA is focused on the development of directed energy technologies, including laser sources, high power electromagnetic sources, and other technologies. The ARA is open to all eligible parties, and the Air Force reserves the right to award multiple contracts or other transactions. The ARA includes several topic areas, including directed energy sources, acquisition tracking pointing and beam control systems, DE weapon systems, and modeling, simulation, and analysis. Some key points to consider: * The ARA is an open announcement with no end date, and the Air Force reserves the right to update or modify the announcement at any time. * White papers and proposals should address the technical approach, cost, and schedule for the proposed effort. * The Air Force is interested in innovative and cutting-edge technologies, and proposals should demonstrate a clear understanding of the requirements and the ability to meet them. * The ARA includes several evaluation criteria, including technical merit, cost, and schedule.