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AFRL/RD Directed Energy DETER ARA

AFRL/RD DETER ARA

Supports directed energy concept teams through AFRL DETER by backing proposals in an open pathway model.

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The AFRL Directed Energy Directorate (AFRL/RD) operates the Directed Energy Technology Experimentation Research Advanced Research Announcement (DETER ARA), solicitation FA9451-21-S-0001, as a continuously rolling announcement with no ceiling and no close date. The primary award type is Non-FAR Procurements and Other Transactions, issued under 10 U.S.C. §4023 Other Transaction authority, which allo…

What this grant funds

Directed energy source components and systems: R&D, modeling & simulation, design, prototype/risk reduction, fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing.

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CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Other Transaction (OT)
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.afrl.af.mil