SWAMPWORKS
Abstract
SwampWorks seeks to develop and demonstrate technologies that address emergent and enduring operational problems in an accelerated timeframe. Some of these technologies may end up in the hands of the warfighter for experimentation, or may culminate in a significant exercise that demonstrates capability then transitions into the Acquisition Program of Record (POR). Examples of recent successes are DDG-51 energy storage, transportable electronic warfare module, high temperature superconducting degaussing, submarine electric actuator, and structural acoustics detection and classification. Examples of current efforts include energy storage and reduced energy consumption technologies, robotic damage control; carbon nanotube, effective active acoustics simulation, power and energy for unmanned vehicles, and technology investigation studies. The increase in funding in FY 2011 is due to an increased emphasis in developing and demonstrating technologies that address emergent and enduring operational problems in an accelerated timeframe. Among the efforts pursued during FY 2011 are advanced development of DC power components and systems for shipboard applications; development of advanced unmanned systems; development of advanced technologies for the new generation of DDG-51; increased emphasis on electronic warfare, reduction of Total Ownership Costs (TOC), and autonomy capabilities; and rapid development of advanced technologies that directly support Navy priorities due to shifting theatres of operation. The funding level decreases from FY 2011 to FY 2012 are the result of POM-12 refresh of ONR Leap Ahead portfolio as approved by DON S&T Corporate Board. This reduces the program's capability to engage in planned high risk technology development for direct warfighter support.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2013
- Source ID
- 0588c3c65b60175282cf5f52acc780a7