Sr. Defense Technology Reporter & Producer | Specialized in National Security & International Military Affairs. Emmy award winner.
The new Navy's S&T strategy is a tech revolution. Here, I share the hightlights. If you want to dive deeper, after SECNAV Carlos Del Toro introduced it at an event in DC, we wrote this: https://lnkd.in/etgnKBzF
Our 2024 ASCEND panel session about on-orbit servicing and logistics provided actionable insights and game-changing strategies to boost the maneuverability and longevity of our space assets: “Servicing is something that inherently makes sense in all the domains. We have limited capability today so where we are in Space Command is taking what we have today and determining how can we put that into the mix to maximize capability for 2027.” Col. Edward Ferguson, USSPACECOM Lt. Gen. John Shaw, USSF (Ret.) Lauren Smith, Northrop Grumman Ian Thomas, Astroscale U.S. #ascendspace #spacesecurity #spaceprotection #onorbitservicing
Working with the US Navy, our colleagues at BMNT proved that a disciplined innovation pipeline can accelerate the integration of new technology. See below for how they did it and check out the full article. “Using BMNT’s disciplined Innovation Pipeline as the foundation, we designed and introduced the Innovation Navigators Course to establish a common language and framework for the UTF to operate. This framework helped the group hone in on the right operational needs, sourced directly from the combatant commanders, so the focus was on the most important concerns. A key aspect was to bring disconnected stakeholders together in order to move problems forward more quickly. By having representatives from legal, policy, warfighting, technology and finance to deliberate potential solutions, the group was able to zero in on solutions that could be fielded within the Future Years Defense Program (FYDP), the military’s primary planning tool that projects five years into the future.” Peter Newell Tim Newell Steve Weinstein Steve Blank Joe Felter
This wasn't in the original plan but born from the results of a series of experiments that started elsewhere. Nourished by the thoughtful efforts of a diverse group of government, industry and venture leaders came an exceptionally effective program. I'm grateful for the time and effort the BMNT and the Office of Naval Research teams put into building this program that helps transition technology to our warfighters. A special hat tip to Michael Stewart, Robert Smith, Richard Carlin and Lorin Selby for rolling up their sleeves and turning a vision into reality.
𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿, Award winning nationally ranked litigator. Chair of regional heavyweight disruptor Wilson Browne & Regional LSIP, NED. Past President Northants Chamber #singingsolicitor #charity #education
Keep It Simple Stupid!!! (I haven't decided to offend... it's a process & design principle!) the simpler the process, the better. The theory is that the simpler the design or (in my world) process, the more likely it is that people will accept it & the greater degree of interaction that follows. The term is reported as first used in the US Navy. Kelly Johnson, who was the lead engineer at the Lockheed Skunk Works (who built complicated spy planes and loads more!). Avoid over complexity! #singingsolicitor #process
🔵 Spotlight on Marine Corps Innovation 🔵 Our Marine Innovation Unit is at the forefront of adopting cutting-edge capabilities within the Marine Corps. Comprising a team of skilled reservists from various sectors including logistics, cybersecurity, and consulting, MIU tackles significant technological challenges to enhance service effectiveness. 🌟 Leadership Insight 🌟 At the recent Sea-Air-Space expo in National Harbor, Maryland, MIU Commanding Officer, Col. Brooks Braden shared valuable insights. He discussed MIU’s strategic advisory role on emerging technologies, explored the dynamics of public-private partnerships, and addressed the critical balance between leveraging today’s technology and developing tomorrow’s innovations. Watch Video: https://lnkd.in/g5kxtQvS Think you might be a good fit for our team? See: https://lnkd.in/gUhcsPss for details. #MarineInnovationUnit #MarineCorpsTech #SeaAirSpaceExpo #MilitaryTechnology #CybersecurityDefense #PublicPrivatePartnership #FutureMarineInnovations #ReservistExpertise #NationalHarborMD #TechAdvisoryLeadership
🌊 Following on with our Navy Leaders theme this week, here's a great project where Stuart Walker used RDI Technologies Inc. Motion Amplification® technology alongside the Royal Navy team aboard the XV Patrick Blackett: 📊 "We got some great MA data from the four Caterpillar Inc. C32 Ascert engines pushing out 6500kW at full power. Challenging sea conditions at times but great opportunity to test how the kit performs under significant motion from the ship. Worked a treat as we could filter to individual engine/shaft frequencies to remove any low frequency motion." 🚢 The XV Patrick Blackett is a beacon of naval innovation and technological advancement. This experimental trials vessel, managed by NavyX, showcases a shift towards autonomous naval technology with its state-of-the-art infrastructure and robust communication capabilities. 🛰️ The vessel's design emphasises versatility and adaptability, ensuring operational flexibility for various experimental needs. With its advanced maneuverability and control, the XV Patrick Blackett serves as a valuable platform for learning and exploration in modern naval practices, particularly in autonomous systems. 🔗 To read the full article about the XV Patrick Blackett, visit the Navy Lookout Article, here: https://lnkd.in/dCn6uCaW 🔍 To learn more about Motion Amplification®, visit: https://lnkd.in/dzQWKbH, email the MA team at: info@motionamplification.co.uk, or visit Stand A11 for a live demo from Stuart and RDI's, Timothy English. #RoyalNavy #Innovation #NavalTechnology #CNE2024 #CNE24 #NavyLeaders #XVPatrickBlackett #MotionAmplification #TestandMeasurement #ConditionMonitoring
Scientific Systems' Novel Autonomous System-tactics leveraging Hypergames (NASH) technology enhances USV tactical maneuvering by predicting the adversary’s most likely future actions and then countering those actions. This leads to optimized USV tactical behavior that results in a disadvantage for the adversary. Discover more about NASH in this #NavySTP tech talk. 🎦 Tech talk: https://lnkd.in/eumZGYW9 📊 Quad chart: https://lnkd.in/eXaZWvhr Office of Naval Research #sbir #defensetech #defenseinnovation #C4I
my favorite strategy document to date: "2024 Naval S&T Strategy" "We cannot manage our scientists and engineers to revolutionary results; instead, we must help them better understand naval problems, prove them with needed resources, give them early responsibility for projects, clear their obstacles, and let them work." (p 11) Tell me how to do this in the comments!
💡Naval Science and Technology Strategy 🎤 "As our Department continues to re-imagine and refocus our innovation efforts, I encourage all of you — our Nation’s scientists, engineers, researchers, inventors, entrepreneurs, and problem solvers — to join us. — We are indeed in an innovation race — and it is one we must win. ” SECNAV Del Toro ⛵ Sailing Directions for developing a maritime science and technology foundry to accelerate the delivery of technological innovation to the Navy and Marine Corps in an era of global competition. 🔦 SECNAV has established three enduring priorities to accomplish Navy and Marine Corps missions: 1. Strengthening Maritime Dominance 2. Building a Culture of Warfighting Excellence 3. Enhancing Strategic Partnerships. All the details 👇 https://lnkd.in/guZEf_VK
We’re all about sharing resources to make sure your #SmallBusiness is equipped for success, and that means sharing what other SBIR/STTR programs are doing. Check out this newsletter from Navy SBIR/STTR Transition Program (Navy STP). There’s a great segment about understanding #SBIR data rights and intellectual property.
Check out the Winter 2024 edition of the Transitions newsletter. In this issue, read about: 🔹 Robert Smith's From the director column 🔹 How Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation is transforming shipyard operations 🔹 Understanding SBIR data rights with Eric Blatt 🔹 How Sierra Nevada Corporation is championing small business partners 🔹 Emerging technologies at #NavySTP showcases and information exchange events 🔹 Discover more about the Navy STP Virtual Transition Marketplace (VTM) Department of Navy SBIR/STTR Programs Office of Naval Research NavalX Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering #sbir #sttr #defensetech
Revolutionizing R&D: Our Unique Prototype Journey Discover how we're leveraging leftover funds from our naval research contract to create an innovative prototype. This internal R&D effort showcases our strategic advantage in minimizing costs while maximizing efficiency. Join us on this exciting path of innovation! #Innovation #ResearchAndDevelopment #PrototypeBuilding #NavalResearch #CostEfficiency #TechAdvancement #Engineering #BusinessStrategy #SustainableGrowth #InternalR&D
Learn a little more about Navy SBIR/STTR's STP program and some of its success stories, upcoming events and word from the director.
Check out the Winter 2024 edition of the Transitions newsletter. In this issue, read about: 🔹 Robert Smith's From the director column 🔹 How Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation is transforming shipyard operations 🔹 Understanding SBIR data rights with Eric Blatt 🔹 How Sierra Nevada Corporation is championing small business partners 🔹 Emerging technologies at #NavySTP showcases and information exchange events 🔹 Discover more about the Navy STP Virtual Transition Marketplace (VTM) Department of Navy SBIR/STTR Programs Office of Naval Research NavalX Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering #sbir #sttr #defensetech
