Strategic Capability R&D Infrastructure
Abstract
Sustains Navy R&D capability for continued operations of the Large Scale Vehicle (LSV), Intermediate Scale Measurement System (ISMS), and High Gain Measurement System (HGMS) test facilities, located at the Acoustic Range Detachment (ARD) Bayview, ID, in support of VIRGINIA and COLUMBIA Class Programs, numerous other smaller programs, and future submarine technology development. These facilities are a critical enabler supporting the conduct of large-scale model experiments and focus on evaluating the stealth, control, affordability, and operational effectiveness of new submarine technologies. The technology validation provided by the model experiments has provided significant cost and schedule savings by allowing prototyping at scale, vice with first-of-hull assets. This project funds planning and procurement for lifecycle modernization of the ISMS and HGMS R&D ranges at ARD. ISMS modernization scope will include upgrades and component modernization of the range's transmit and receive arrays; power distribution system, model haul-down system, model location measurement system and all associated mooring, support and anchoring systems. HGMS modernization scope will include array systems; LSV-2 deep moor and array moorings; and obsolescence upgrades to acoustic subsystems, and the ARD radiated noise laboratory and range operations center. This project also funds STAFAC Recapitalization, which modernizes the existing South Toto Acoustic Measurement Facility (STAFAC), which has currently exceeded its 15-year design life. Project provides a lifecycle replacement of acoustic measurement system and inserts new capabilities and data transfer technology required to support the measurement and assessment of COLUMBIA and other future submarine platforms to ensure their stealth. The project additionally funds LSV2 Recapitalization, which is constructing a full ship set of electric drive modules based on the original system design, extending LSV2 lifetime beyond 2040 at lowest cost and technical risk.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2025
- Source ID
- 7020726bf4b12c497a20e33ae8a5ef46