Navy Technology Transfer
As previously indicated, the emphasis of the Navy ManTech Program is on transition of technology into tangible materiel for the warfighter. To achieve transition, it is imperative that the manufacturing advances be widely disseminated to the industrial base for implementation. To foster that dissemination, Navy ManTech provides the following:
Program Web Site: The Navy ManTech Program Web site can be accessed at http://www.onr.navy.mil/sci_tech/3t/mantech/. The Web site is a central source for accessing general information about the program, program activities and participation, developments and events, and key points of contact. The site also offers links to the online annual Navy ManTech Project Book, program success stories, as well as other publications and reports.
Defense Manufacturing Conference: The annual Defense Manufacturing Conference (DMC) is a forum for presenting and discussing initiatives aimed at addressing DoD manufacturing Conference technology and related sustainment and readiness needs. The conference includes briefings on current and planned programs, funding, DoD initiatives, and seminars relating to the various technology thrusts currently being pursued. Further details are available at the DoD Manufacturing Technology Web site at: https://www.dodmantech.com.
Project Book: The Navy ManTech Project Book, published annually and available through the Navy ManTech Web site, is a snapshot of Navy ManTech projects active during that particular fiscal year. Points of contact for each project are provided to facilitate technology transfer.
End-of-Project Demonstrations: End-of-project demonstrations for ManTech projects are held by the performing organization to provide specific project results. The format usually consists of a formal briefing followed by an actual demonstration of the new equipment, process, or technology. An end-of-project demonstration schedule and a point of contact for information on specific demonstrations are available through the News and Events section of the Navy ManTech Web site.
Centers of Excellence: The Navy ManTech Centers of Excellence (COEs) are focal points for specific manufacturing technology areas. The charter for each COE requires it to act as a consultant to both the Navy and industry and to facilitate the transfer of technology throughout the industrial base. Several of the COEs operate Learning Centers or Teaching Factories to aid their technology transfer activities.
The Navy urges government activities, industry, and academia to participate in its ManTech Program as participants, advisors, consultants, and, most importantly, as beneficiaries. The goal of developing and implementing new and improved technologies will be achieved only through a concerted effort by everyone connected with the design, manufacture, repair and sustainment of naval weapon systems.
For additional information on participation in the Navy’s effort to strengthen the U.S. industrial base and increase Navy readiness, contact any of the Navy ManTech program managers and coordinators who are listed in the Points of Contact section of this Web site.