News Releases
Cutting Consumption, Saving Lives: Fuel Cell Technology Proves Powerful in Demo
Technology developed for tactical generators under an Office of Naval Research (ONR) program recently demonstrated the ability to cut fuel use nearly in half compared to diesel systems currently powering forward-operating bases.
A Moving Experience: New Navy Transportation Tool Takes Off
In a significant advance for military transportation, a new web-based tool sponsored by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) brings an Expedia-like capability to Navy planners looking to move personnel or equipment around the world quickly and affordably.
Navy Turns to UAVs for Help with Radar, Communications
Scientists recently launched unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from a research vessel in a significant experiment that could help boost the Navy’s radar and communications performance at sea.
Water Comes Clean in Test with Marines
A new easy-to-carry water purifier that could give Marines and first-responders access to clean water wherever they go successfully completed its first operational test, officials announced July 22.
Dive, Dive, Dive! — Young Engineers Compete in Underwater Robotics Race
Student-built autonomous underwater vehicles will speed through the depths of a Navy pool in a battle for supremacy at the 16th International RoboSub Competition, July 22–28, co-sponsored by the Office of Naval Research and the Association of Unmanned Vehicles International Foundation.
Start Your Engines—Student Competition Inspires Teamwork and Innovation
Robotic boats will battle it out at the 6th International RoboBoat Competition, slated for July 8–14.
Website Offers Viewers Unprecedented Access to Deep-Sea Explorations
A longstanding partnership between the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and one of the country’s foremost oceanographers will culminate on June 21 with the launch of a 24-hour “newsroom” to track scientists’ activity aboard research ships and in the field and broadcast their findings to students and...
Intense: Navy, Civilian Planners Get Big Assist in Storm Predictions
New technology sponsored by ONR will be used to help Navy and civilian officials planf or stormy weather.
ONR Names New Executive Director for Acquisition Management
The Office of Naval Research tapped Rick ONeil, recently elevated to the Senior Executive Service, to manage its Acquisition Department and the thousands of grants, contracts and other transactions ONR has with research institutions and industry around the world in the constant pursuit of innovation...
Navy Researchers Push to Combat Hearing Loss
As more military service members report hearing loss, the Office of Naval Research (ONR) on May 29 will host experts from across the country to look at ways to stem the problem.