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Noise Reduction: Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) funding to support the redesign of Chevron seals to reduce engine exhaust plume noise. Numerous solutions have been evaluated. Chevron seals were determined to be the favorable solution for the F/A-18 and EA-18G. Previous testing of F414 chevrons demonstrated satisfactory noise reduction up to 80% power, but did not satisfy noise reduction requirements at full power. A possible cause of this problem has been identified. There are re-design options available to sustain noise reduction up to full power. Additional development and test will be required to finalize the Chevron design to achieve the desired noise reduction at all power levels. The subject funding will support the initial development efforts. Beacon Obsolescence Research: Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) funding to support APN-245 Automatic Carrier Landing System (ACLS) redesign needed due to obsolescence. The ACLS Radar Beacon enables long-range acquisition and precision guidance of F-18 to the carrier deck in all-weather conditions by providing a high-power, fixed, point-source radar return that eliminates radar scintillation noise. Fifth Generation Sensor Fusion Study: Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) funding to support the maturation of the SLATE (Secure LVC Advanced Training Environment) technologies through an Advanced Technology Demonstration (ATD) effort. The ATD is expected to inform US Navy Programs of Record (POR) regarding technical and operational requirements for usable LVC (Live, Virtual, Constructive) capabilities and Joint Service PORs options for support to the warfighter. Growler Noise Mitigation: Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) funding to support reduction of F414 noise by 3dB with no measurable impact to engine thrust.

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Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2022
Source ID
9999_0204136N_7_1319_PB_2022

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  • Acoustics.
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.

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