New Partnership Strengthens US-Australia Subsea Tech Research
; by Dr. Thomas Ramotowski and Kristina Kamensky, of the Sensors and Sonar Systems Department; “Electromagnetics/Antennas,” by William Craig, of the Undersea Warfare Electromagnetic Systems Department; and “Cybersecurity,” by Dr. Benjamin Drozdenko, of the Undersea Warfare Combat Systems Department.Dr. Jason Gomez, Division Newport’s chief technology officer, said the CRADA will create a foundation for technology development so that AUKUS will endure.“NUWC Division Newport is excited to enter into a collaborative research agreement with Flinders University. With the
Saab Receives Order for Life Extension of Swedish Mine Countermeasures Ships
extensions of two Koster-class mine countermeasures ships. The modernization involves an exchange of systems for life extension and enhanced capabilities to ensure continued operability. The program includes, among other things, a new navigation radar installation and improved capabilities linked to combat systems and surface sensors.“The mine countermeasure ships are an important capability for Sweden and for the protection of the Baltic Sea. The contract means that the ships' continued availability is ensured and is a testament to Saab's competence to modify and develop capabilities on
NUWC Newport Names Chhim Head of the Undersea Warfare Combat Systems
Rebecca Chhim, an employee at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport for more than 21 years, was recently selected as head of the Undersea Warfare (USW) Combat Systems Department, Division Newport’s largest department with approximately 625 employees.In this role, she will provide technical leadership and personnel management for the development of submarine combat systems throughout the acquisition lifecycle, helping to shape the next generation of USW systems and ensuring the U.S. Navy’s command of the undersea battlespace.Chhim, a resident of Tiverton, Rhode Island
NUWC Division Newport Names Chhim Director of Cybersecurity for Undersea Warfare
100% risk management framework (RMF) efforts. She concurrently served as the command’s chief information officer (CIO) and acting head of the IT Division, overseeing the daily IT and cybersecurity operations of Division Newport and its detachments.Chhim worked in Division Newport’s USW Combat Systems Department for more than 10 years and served as cybersecurity technical program manager (TPM), responsible for the day-to-day technical and project execution of the department's cybersecurity program of 45 programs (internal and external to Division Newport). She provided direction and oversight
UK Partners to Launch Autonomous Vessels Testing Service
. The new service was announced during a two-day launch event at the Royal Marines Museum in Eastney, Portsmouth, attended by more than 100 guests from autonomous systems providers, local businesses, academia, the Armed Forces and other interested parties. BAE Systems’ Combat Systems Head of Technology Frank Cotton, said, “Autonomous and unmanned systems are widely regarded as a vital technology for the future, but there is a great deal of work to be done if we are to unlock its true potential and understand how they are best integrated into wider systems. A wide range
Nimitz Strike Group Successfully Completes COMPTUEX
, you will be able to comfortably go and succeed." The COMPTUEX challenged and trained the strike group on all levels including the Sailors on the deckplates. "I believe the training was invaluable," said Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 2nd Class Traci Allen, Combat Systems' Electronic Warfare (EW) Module Supervisor, and a native of Chattanooga, Tennesee. "We finally got the chance to work with our whole strike group and figure out our battle rhythm. The experiences we gained will follow us over the horizon when we take to open water. Nothing and no one can
Multinational Task for Australian Mine Warfare Team
Navy at FULCRUM. Commanding Officer Australian Mine Warfare Team 16, Lieutenant Commander Ryan Carmichael said engagement opportunities such as the exercise were a critical for the delivery of Australian autonomous underwater vehicle systems, expected in 2018. Leading Seaman Combat Systems Operator - Mine Warfare Chris Carmody said it was an exciting time to be a mine warfare sailor. "The introduction of maritime autonomous systems puts our category at the forefront of developing technologies," he said. "Exercise FULCRUM gave us the opportunity
Future Unmanned Naval Systems for MMCM Program
the depths of the oceans to the edges of the universe, Thales’ systems are performing at the cutting edge of technology. Today’s strategically important agreement is an excellent example of the Anglo-French co-operation inventing the world of tomorrow.” BAE Systems Naval Ships Combat Systems Director, Richard Williams, add: “We are pleased to be starting stage two of the combined United Kingdom and French MMCM programme, which is a key milestone in the transformation of MCM capabilities and the future operational use of unmanned naval systems.” Guénaël
New Drones Are Being Developed for the French Navy
role of a roving eye and extending the coverage of surface vessels over the horizon,” said Airbus Helicopters CEO Guillaume Faury. “This partnership will see Airbus Helicopters pool its expertise in vertical flight and autonomous flight technologies with the skills DCNS possesses in naval combat systems, allowing us to respond to the emerging needs of our customers.” Thanks to the VSR700’s specifications, the system boasts superior endurance and payload performance to any comparable system used to date. The device offers big capability with a small size and logistics footprint
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