METALS PROCESSING AND FABRICATION
Abstract
The objective of the Metals Processing and Fabrication activity is to develop affordable, robust manufacturing processes and capabilities for metals and special materials critical to defense weapon system applications. Major areas that support this objective include: processing methods, special materials, joining, and inspection and compliance. These efforts directly impact the cost and performance of future aircraft, rotorcraft, land combat vehicles, surface and subsurface naval platforms, space systems, artillery and ammunition, and defense industry manufacturing equipment. Emphasis is on affordability for the following shipbuilding platforms: DDG-51, CVN-78 Class Carrier (previously CVN-21), VIRGINIA Class Submarine (VCS), and Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), with some funding geared toward metals processing and fabrication improvements for high priority air platforms such as the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2013
- Source ID
- e438a70ce6c3cacddb1650de1600f723
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