Improving Transition of Laboratory Programs into Warfighting Capabilities through Experimentation

Abstract

The Army Science Board assessed whether and how an earlier integration of experimentation into applied and advanced technology development phases could improve the Army's transition process. Specifically, the ASB looked for ways to avoid the so-called "Valley of Death," where innovative technologies languish instead of contributing to warfighting capabilities. The study team made several findings around avoiding the "Valley of Death," to include targeted investment strategies. The study team also recommended the Army increase its technology maturation budgets and appoint and authority responsible for facilitating coordination and easing transitions between the key organizations in the technology development process.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 15, 2017
Accession Number
AD1063618

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  • Teresa Smith

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  • Army Science Board

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  • Biomedical
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  • Sensors
  • Weapons Technologies

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