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GRAPHENO-1
& GRAPHENO-1 MINI
– ELECTROCHEMICAL CRACK ARREST SYSTEM
PORTABLE STRUCTURAL REPAIR.
FIELD-READY.
MISSION-ALIGNED.
OVERVIEW
The Grapheno‑1 and Grapheno-1 Mini are a family of compact, battery-powered electrochemical deposition systems engineered for on-site arrest of fatigue cracks in military aircraft and metallic structures. The Grapheno-1 is a full-sized version of the system applicable to repair facilities and semi-permanent installations, while the Grapheno-1 Mini condenses the best features of the system into a handheld device which can be utilized anywhere, in any conditions. Regardless of the specific model used, the Grapheno-1 system applies precise nanocoatings that halt crack growth, extend component life, and support Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM+), all without disassembly or depot-level logistics.
Deployed as field tools, operated by a single technician, and backed by predictive modeling, Grapheno‑1 and Grapheno-1 Mini transform structural repair from reactive to proactive.
HOW IT WORKS
1
ELECTROCHEMICAL CRACK ARREST
Delivers high-performance metallic nanocoatings at the crack tip via controlled current and electrolyte infusion.
2
WAND-BASED APPLICATOR
Ergonomic handpiece applies treatment directly over the crack.
3
MULTI-PARAMETER CONTROL
Temperature, flow, current density, and time are optimized for the alloy being treated, as well as the crack geometry.
4
DATA-LOGGING + MODELING
Logs treatment data and predicts fatigue life extension.
Typical application time:
< 10 minutes
Power:
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Usable anywhere — no cleanroom or power source required
TARGET USE CASES
SUSTAINING AIRCRAFT SAFETY
In-situ treatment of stress cracks on B-52, KC-135, C-130, F-15, and legacy military aircraft platforms.
BATTLE DAMAGE REPAIR
Rapid reinforcement of cracked components in forward-operating environments.
DEPOT
AVOIDANCE
Reduces the need for full part replacement or depot-level teardown.
PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE
Integrates with fatigue modeling to extend inspection intervals and mission life.
KEY FEATURES
CRACK ARREST CAPABILITY
Up to 230,000 fatigue cycles per treatment
LIFE
EXTENSION
30–60% increase in part usable lifetime
SYSTEM WEIGHT
< 6 lbs, fits in a backpack (Grapheno-1 Mini)
COMPATIBILITY
Works with aluminum and steel, optimized for 7075 and 2024
ELECTROLYTES
Swappable cartridges with self-sealing valves
POWER
Battery-based (12V–24V), 120Wh minimum
FIELD SETUP TIME
<10 min
No cloud required — all data is logged locally for classified environments.
UNDER THE HOOD
DUAL APPLICATOR HEADS
Independent, interchangeable heads for various geometries
INLINE FLOW METERS
Real-time electrolyte monitoring at each applicator
TOUCHSCREEN + PHYSICAL CONTROLS
Rugged interface with feedback alerts and parameter controls
REPLACEABLE ELECTROLYTE PADS
Prevents cross-contamination and enables precise material deposition
BUILT-IN QC FEEDBACK
Verifies treatment quality and stores session logs for each job
DESIGNED FOR THE FIELD
MIL-STD READY
Engineered to withstand vibration, dust, and field conditions
TOOL-FREE MAINTENANCE
Quick-swap components reduce training and downtime
SECURE FIT
Lock-in batteries, sealed ports, and intuitive UI prevent operator error
DOD-COMPLIANT
Designed in accordance with MIL‑STD‑38784A, DFARS, and ITAR
DEVELOPMENT STATUS
SBIR PHASE I
COMPLETED
Crack treatment proven in lab simulations on 7075-T6 and 2024-T3
PHASE II
IN PROGRESS
System refinement, treatment on flight-critical components, field validation
PHASE III
PATHWAY
NSN assignment, DoD platform integration, and commercial rollout
ADVANTAGES OVER TRADITIONAL METHODS
TRADITIONAL REPAIR
Requires part removal
Weeks of downtime
Costly replacements
No fatigue insight
GRAPHENO‑1 MINI
Treats in-place
< 30 minutes per job
Material restoration
Provides predictive analytics
BACKED BY PROVEN EXPERTS
SCIENTIFIC LEAD
DR. YURI
M. LVOV
pioneer of electrochemical nanocoating systems and halloysite clay-based materials
ENGINEERING TEAM
DR. MAHDI
SALEH
nanomaterials and mechanical systems
DR. KONSTANTIN DOLGAN
electrochemistry hardware and product design
FRANK
KOECK
mechanical engineer with 30+ years of field deployment and scale-up expertise
INTERESTED IN PILOT TESTING OR PROCUREMENT?
Request demo units, regulatory data, or pilot collaboration.
MARKET RELEVANCE
AIR FORCE GLOBAL STRIKE COMMAND
sustainment support
ADDRESSES $30B+ AGING AIRCRAFT PROBLEM ACROSS DOD PLATFORMS
DUAL-USE APPLICATIONS IN COMMERCIAL AVIATION, ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE, AND RAIL
Let’s Collaborate on the Future of Materials and Defense Tech
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