Rhode Island defense
technology company is first to demonstrate direct die attach of
chiplets to 2D textile networks at a 180µm pitch
PROVIDENCE, R.I., June 17,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nautilus Defense, a global
leader in advanced textile-integrated systems, has demonstrated a
critical advancement in the field of electronic textiles. Nautilus
announced that it has successfully demonstrated the world's first
direct die attach of chiplets to embroidered conductive yarns at a
180µm pitch, a space between yarns that is as thin as a single
hair. This technological milestone is an important step toward the
scalable manufacture of leading-edge sensor systems that look and
feel like the fabrics people wear every day.
"Textiles are simultaneously one of the most ubiquitous,
impactful, and unassuming technologies developed in human history.
With support from IARPA and collaborations with private industry
and higher education, Nautilus is advancing the state of the art in
textile-integrated sensor systems," said Jim Owens, CEO of Nautilus Defense. "We are
proud to be a pioneer in the rapidly evolving advanced textile
industry. The technological advancements we are making at Nautilus
will strengthen our national security, create new economic
opportunities in our region, and accelerate strategic research
initiatives across a range of industries."
Nautilus, through its participation in IARPA's Smart
Electrically Powered and Networked Textile Systems (SMART ePANTS)
initiative, is developing novel textile-electronics integration
technologies that will enable the development and domestic
manufacture of innovative products for national defense, medical,
aerospace, and other applications. Nautilus has partnered in the
SMART ePANTS program with industry and academic leaders
including:
- GE Aerospace
- TRX Systems
- Centeye
- Anthro Energy
- Arachne Labs
- The University of Virginia
- The University of Michigan
"Nautilus Defense's newest technology– developed right here in
Rhode Island– is a testament to the state's longstanding leadership
in manufacturing and textiles," said U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, who convened the Rhode
Island Textile Innovation Network to guide growth of the state's
textile industry in the twenty-first century. "I applaud the entire
Nautilus team for their pioneering work to strengthen our nation's
defense capabilities."
Nautilus was founded in 2013 and has grown to become a global
leader in the development and production of advanced
textile-integrated systems. The company is headquartered in
Pawtucket, Rhode Island which is
widely accepted as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution and
was one of the pioneering cities of America's textile industry.
About Nautilus Defense
Nautilus Defense was founded in
2013 in support of the NIWC-funded Indonesia Integrated Maritime
Surveillance System (IMSS). Today, Nautilus is a world leader in
the development and production of advanced textile-integrated
systems. Our technologies enable the broad distribution and
interconnection of electronics in textiles without detracting from
their mechanical properties. We leverage these technologies to
develop systems of immediate value to our customers while
continuously advancing their readiness for manufacturing and use at
scale.
About SMART ePANTS
SMART ePANTS is an advanced
research program seeking to develop clothing with integrated audio,
video, and geolocation sensor systems that feature the same
stretchability, bendability, washability, and comfort of regular
textiles. By weaving these devices directly into garments,
Intelligence Community staff will be able to record information
from their environment hands-free, without the need to wear
uncomfortable, bulky, and rigid devices. As a result, personnel
will have greater range of motion, thus improving their response
time in challenging circumstances.
This research is based upon work supported in part by the Office
of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), Intelligence
Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA), via
N66001-23-C-4514.
Media Contact (For Nautilus Defense)
Mike Raia, Half Street Group
401.340.9425 I Mike@halfstreetgroup.com
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