HBCU/MSI Instrumentation/Equipment:Expeditionary 3D Printing Capability to Enhance Naval Readiness and Training
Abstract
Abstract Publicly releasable ODU PI: Anthony W. Dean, PhD ONR Technical POC:Jennifer Wolk, PhD, Program Officer, Code 332, Office of Naval Research, Arlington, VA 22203, Jennifer.wolk@navy.mil; Office: 703-696-5992 This proposal requests funding to acquire a Desktop Metal Studio System to enable research and education in the area of expeditionary additive manufacturing. The acquisition of the Desktop Metal Studio System will support existing research and educational efforts and will: Provide for the development of faculty and students in the development of various prototypes, modifications and test models for various objects in a secure working environment. Provide a local resource and regional expertise that can support US Navy Commands and the Department of Defense in the area of additive manufacturing. Develop processes, procedures and ready response in expeditionary additive manufacturing and development of high end prototyped and modifications ready for field-testing, further development and mass production. Enhance the development of special skills in the area of additive manufacturing and rapid prototyping for Naval and DoD applications for faculty and students. In addition to the development of educational programs and research here at ODU, the addition of the Desktop Metal Studio System to the existing ODU capabilities will further enhance the universityÕs capabilities and place them in alignment with the Department of the NavyÕs4 stated additive manufacturing goals which were: Identify common readiness and capability drivers across DONDevelop initial strategy and approach to collect, manage and share AM data regarding material properties and processing. Leverage the broader digital manufacturing community and identify AM unique cyber, cyber-physical and digital requirements. Develop a business case model template to assess economic viability of AM components. Continue to develop and explore the use of AM in forward deployed environments including afloat, subsurface, and expeditionary.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Aug 19, 2019
- Source ID
- W911NF1910461
Entities
People
- Anthony Dean
Organizations
- Army Contracting Command
- Office of the Secretary of Defense
- Old Dominion University