Materials and Manufacturing Solutions for Sustainment
Modernization of manufacturing technologies to support the warfighter and improved reliability, maintainability, and lifecycle of military systems
Solid State Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM)
Partner: MELD Manufacturing Corporation
Additive Friction Stir Deposition (AFSD)
Enabling large-scale casting and forging additive manufacturing with superior material properties
Metal Surface Treatment/Repair
Partner: Applied Impulse Inc.
Impact Welding
Enabling in-service repair of conventionally non-repairable structures and materials
Predictive Tool Development
Partner: Applied Impulse Inc.
Laser Impulse Optimization Toolset
Using experience and knowledge of laser shock peening to develop a tool for the characterization and optimization of laser impulses
Specialized Coatings
Enabling fire protection of shipboard electrical cables with an intumescent coating that expands during a fire, providing shielding and insulation of the cable preventing fire damage.
Technical Papers
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