R&D Testing of Hull, Mechanical and Electrical Systems,
Abstract
Adequate testing prior to Operational Test and Evaluation and subsequent introduction to the end user is of critical importance in the development of effective shipboard systems. The same rigor and discipline that Electronics Systems engineers place on the testing of their equipment should also be applied in the development of HM&E systems. Increasing demands are being placed on the engineers responsible for development of new shipboard equipment and systems for their improved efficiency, reliability, performance, and reduced weight. These competing demands emphasize the necessity for careful test planning. This paper describes the essential elements of adequate planning for Test and Evaluation (T&E) of new ship systems. These elements include the following: (1) the relationship between T&E and the acquisition process; (2) adequate technical scope and realistic scheduling of T&E; (3) realistic funding projections; and (4) good working relationships with Government T&E activities outside headquarters such as labs, field activities and the Test Facility. Also discussed are a number of recent HM&E R&D programs to illustrate the different types of T&E phases such as factory testing, land-based test site testing, and shipboard testing. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1984
- Accession Number
- ADA142384
Entities
People
- S. D. Rednor