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Yank Technologies Selected for Prestigious NASA Phase II Contract for Dust-Tolerant Resonant Connectors

On May 19, 2025, Yank Technologies secured a two-year Phase II SBIR contract from NASA to further develop their Dust-Tolerant Resonant Connector technology aimed at enabling reliable power transmission systems for lunar and Martian environments.
This contract follows recent $7.8 billion US funding allocated to NASA's Artemis I Program aimed at returning humans to the Moon, reflecting growing demand for lunar exploration.
The connectors are highly efficient, fully insulated interlocking coils designed for robust power interfacing on landers in extreme, dusty conditions on lunar and planetary surfaces.
CEO Josh Yank stated that under the new follow-up Phase II agreement with NASA, Yank Technologies will develop dust-resistant resonant connectors designed to support multiple power transfer applications, aiding NASA's efforts to create sustainable habitats on the Moon and Mars.
The project will enhance the design to improve efficiency and reduce mass and power consumption for kilowatt-level uses, validate functionality with lunar soil simulants, and incorporate the technology into future NASA missions, advancing extraterrestrial power solutions.

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