Tech Solutions
Abstract
TechSolutions rapidly prototypes science and technology solutions that address Fleet/Force needs submitted directly by individual Sailors at the deckplate level and individual Marines at the operational level. TechSolutions engages warfighters online and in person to learn of their technology needs then links them with science and technology experts to develop prototype solutions as quickly as possible. Sailors and Marines submit their ideas anytime/anywhere via the TechSolutions web portal. New projects are initiated annually directly from such requests and prototype technology is developed collaboratively with the warfighter for delivery to them within 12 months. Examples of technology solutions delivered this year include a novel individual light therapy device, designed by spectral engineering of LED's, to increase alertness without causing sleep or circadian disruption. The light boxes help Sailors and Marines optimize their sleep schedules in the absence of natural light, adjust to work-related sleep changes, and increase their alertness after wake-up. TechSolutions delivered to MCAS Cherry Point a government-owned game-engine-based virtual environment training solution that realistically replicates the operations, duties, and tasks of Air Traffic Control Radar Operators, alleviating on-the-job-training bottlenecks in the tower. Additionally, TechSolutions delivered multispectral concealment solutions requested by warfighters.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- 794f541ddc234fac5c586a7675898d61