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TechSolutions: New Technology in the Hands of Warfighters in 12 Months or Less
In the world of science and technology (S&T), getting a new product to warfighters in less than five years is nearly unheard of—unless you are talking about the TechSolutions program, which puts newly developed prototypes into warfighters’ hands in 12 months or less.
Making Hydrogen Fuel Anywhere: ONR Tests Prototype to Power Marines in Expeditionary Environments
ONR Global TechSolutions program is sponsoring efforts to convert aluminum into hydrogen fuel, which could potentially serve as a portable, readily available power source.
Sure Shot: ONR Tests Tech to Improve Marines' Shooting Accuracy, Resiliency
ONR recently tested two systems designed to improve Marines' marksmanship performance: the Human Performance EcoSystem and the Joint Marksmanship Assessment Package.
Beat the Heat: ONR, TechSolutions Deliver Improved Steam Suits to Sub Crews
To better protect Sailors from steam leaks on nuclear-powered submarines, ONR recently delivered new steam suits to crews of the USS Vermont and USS Indiana at Naval Submarine Base New London, Connecticut.
Call for Fire: ONR Tests Virtual Training Systems for JTACs, Fire Support Marines
The Office of Naval Research demonstrated two systems designed to make it easier for Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs) and Fire Support Marines to train.
Unmanned Capabilities Front and Center During Naval Exercise
During a visit to San Diego for the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led Unmanned Integrated Battle Problem 21, Chief of Naval Research Rear Adm. Lorin Selby said America’s growing focus on autonomous capabilities is showing impressive results.
Incubating Ideas: Agility Summit Showcases Innovative Solutions to Naval Challenges
Four teams from the U.S. Naval Academy, Naval Postgraduate School and Navy Information Operations Command Texas pitched innovative solutions to naval challenges during an educational challenge at the Naval Agility Summit—held Sept. 21-25 in Alexandria, Virginia. The event—which people attended virtually and physically—was hosted by the NavalX Agility Cell (also known as NavalX) and supported by multiple partners, including the Office of Naval Research (ONR).