Composites Processing and Fabrication
Abstract
The primary technical goal of the Composites Processing and Fabrication activity is improving weapon systems affordability, enhancing weapon system effectiveness and improving reliability/war-fighter readiness through the increased utilization of composite materials and structures. This is being achieved through the development, maturation, and transition of affordable and robust manufacturing, assembly, and repair processes that fully exploit the benefits of composite materials. Concentration is on affordability for the following platforms: VIRGINIA Class Submarine (VCS)/OHIO Replacement (ORP), DDG 51 Class Destroyer, CVN 78 Class Carrier, Joint Strike Fighter (JSF), and CH-53K Heavy Lift Helicopter. The funding increase from FY16 to FY17 and FY17 to FY18 supports more composites focused work as the CH-53K project portfolio ramps up.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2018
- Source ID
- 4212e260e9a207e452d13befde159277