A Case Study in CRADA and License Processes

Abstract

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) collaborated with the technical staff at CMS Inc through a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) between the parties to complete an improved version of the Shoulder-Launched Multipurpose Assault Weapon (SMAW) launcher. The CRADA provided the necessary background cooperation to allow the parties to negotiate the patent license that was signed in March 1997. This document presents the process used to realize a return on the government's investment in the SMAW CRADA and licenses. This document provides a historical description of the events and provide 'lessons learned' for anyone seeking to follow a similar course of action.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1997
Accession Number
ADA338575

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  • James B. Bechtel
  • Joseph C. Monolo
  • Thomas A. Delguidice

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  • Naval Surface Warfare Center

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