Commercial Science and Technology
Abstract
NRAC was tasked by ASN(RD&A) to assess how the DON could leverage commercial S&T. The study objectives were to identify how the DON could capitalize on relevant R&D produced by international commercial industry; develop an understanding of the commercial S&T investment strategy; identify mutually beneficial technology opportunities for collaboration with commercial industry; and to propose an assessment methodology. The panel assessed two DON critical technology areas where Europe is a leader: Power Electronics and Wireless Telecommunications. The panel intent was to determine enough information to comment on the DON's ability to understand and influence commercial technology investment strategies. The commercial sector has a comprehensive technology plan and a willingness to share it openly. The DON's ability to influence commercial technology development is minimal. The DON should adopt commercial products "as is." The use of open architectures is essential for effective incorporation of rapid changes in technology and products. ASN(RD&A) should drive the adoption of commercial systems and establish policy for exploiting commercial technology with a collection mechanism for understanding information on future commercial technology. DON participation in international standards committees is recommended. Key methodology elements are: (1) identify products/technologies of interest led by commercial sector; (2) understand those products/technologies with respect to DON requirements; (3) determine future commercial product stability and development strategy; and (4) incorporate commercial products into DON investment strategy.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA444369
Entities
People
- C.l. Hensel
- F.m. Pestoilus
- J.a. Smith
- J.c. Rich
- K. Hegmann
- K. Swimm
- M. Sponder
- M.a. Cramer Jr.
- S.j. Hostettler
- T.a. Brancati