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Integrated Photonic Delay (iPhoD) Caltech Award Notice

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The contract awarded to the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) under solicitation number BAA08-33 focuses on the Integrated Photonic Delay (iPhoD) project. Initiated on August 5, 2009, this contract involves a funding amount of $3,202,287 and is managed by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), a branch of the Department of Defense. Caltech, located in Pasadena, CA, is responsible for developing advanced photonic technologies aimed at achieving precise delay mechanisms critical for various defense and communication applications. This contract, identified by award number HR0011-09-C-0122, falls under the NAICS code 541712, which pertains to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The DARPA office overseeing this effort is based in Arlington, VA, with Ronald Esman listed as the point of contact. The initiative aligns with DARPA’s objectives to foster cutting-edge technological advancements that enhance national security capabilities. The integrated photonic delay technology pursued in this contract is expected to contribute significantly to innovations in photonics, enabling improved performance in future defense systems.

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Caltech awarded $3.2M DARPA contract for advanced photonic delay technology research and development.

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Department Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

NAICS

541712 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

VA

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PostedAug 6

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

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OfficeARLINGTON, VA, 222032114, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

Office AddressARLINGTON, VA, 222032114, USA

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Ronald Esman

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Solicitation Number: BAA08-33 Integrated Photonic Delay (iPhoD) Contract Award Date: August 5, 2009 Contract Award Number: HR0011-09-C-0122 Contract Award Dollar Amount: $3,202,287 Contract Awarded Name: California Institute of Technology (Caltech) Contract Awarded Address: 1200 E. California Blvd, MC 201-15, Pasadena, CA 91125

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