Tactical Labs provides NS Composite™, an ultra‑lightweight, high‑strength composite material that outperforms legacy metals and carbon fiber while costing up to 20 % less. The company acts as an OEM and applied‑R&D partner, designing and manufacturing custom structural components—such as satellite frames, ballistic plates, landing gear, and aircraft parts—for U.S. defense agencies, prime contractors, and aerospace or maritime suppliers.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Military and aerospace platforms require structural components that combine extreme strength, low weight, and durability in harsh environments, yet traditional materials such as aluminum, steel, and conventional carbon fiber add significant mass or cost, limiting performance and survivability.
Solution
Tactical Labs supplies an ultra‑lightweight, high‑strength composite platform called NS Composite™ that replaces legacy metals and fibers in mission‑critical parts. The material delivers tensile performance exceeding A36 steel while weighing less than aerospace‑grade aluminum and costing up to 20 % less than standard carbon fiber. By integrating corrosion, thermal, and electrical insulation properties, NS Composite™ enables lighter aircraft, drones, marine vessels, and armor systems without sacrificing durability. Tactical Labs works as an OEM and applied‑R&D partner, designing and manufacturing custom components for government agencies, prime contractors, and suppliers, and delivering finished parts ready for integration.
Target Audience
Primary customers are U.S. defense agencies, prime contractors, and aerospace or maritime suppliers that need lightweight, high‑performance structural components for aircraft, drones, ships, satellites, and personal protective equipment.
Features
- Composite formulation based on basalt and other advanced fibers offering superior shock absorption and ballistic protection (Category III plate under 5 lb)
- Weight advantage of up to 4× over aerospace‑grade fiberglass with tensile strength surpassing A36 steel
- Built‑in corrosion resistance for marine applications and thermal insulation for high‑heat environments
- Electrical insulation suitable for reconnaissance and electronic warfare equipment
- Sustainable, low‑impact production process that reduces material cost by ~20 % versus carbon fiber
- Full‑service OEM capability: design, prototyping, and low‑volume manufacturing of satellite frames, ballistic plates, landing gear, fuel probes, engine components, aircraft blades, and airframes