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Hardware & IoT Grants Guide

Free application templates, strategies, and frameworks for NSF SBIR grants up to $1.25M, DOD electronics programs, and advanced manufacturing funding.

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NSF SBIR IoT Templates ($305K)

Complete application templates for connected devices, sensors, and IoT platforms with technical approach frameworks

Phase II Manufacturing Strategies ($1.25M)

Step-by-step hardware development roadmap including DFM, supply chain setup, pilot production, and scaling plans

DOD Electronics Program Guide

Templates for defense electronics applications including secure hardware, semiconductors, and military-grade systems

Certification & Compliance Roadmap

Complete framework for FCC, UL, CE, and industry-specific certifications with timeline and budget guidance

Hardware Prototype Best Practices

Proven strategies for demonstrating technical feasibility, building proof-of-concept hardware, and prototype testing

Technology-Specific Strategies

Specialized approaches for IoT devices, sensors, robotics, semiconductors, and embedded systems

Manufacturing Scale-Up Guide

Detailed playbook for DFM optimization, supply chain development, quality systems, and production readiness

Success Stories & Case Studies

Real examples from goTenna, Red Balloon Security, and other hardware startups that won NSF SBIR grants

Bonus Resources Included
Bill of materials (BOM) templates
Hardware IP protection strategies
Manufacturing partner sourcing guide
Hardware-focused investor pitch deck
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IoT-Specific Templates

Complete NSF SBIR subtopic coverage for connected devices, sensors, communications, and integrated systems

Manufacturing Expertise

Detailed guidance on DFM, supply chain, production scale-up, and quality systems for hardware commercialization

Proven Success Stories

Real examples from funded hardware startups like goTenna mesh networking and Red Balloon Security

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