We invite you to explore our website to learn more about NSWC Corona and the valuable role it plays for the Navy, and for our Armed Forces.
The Success Stories segment of our website is divided into the areas listed below. Please click on the links to visit the individual sections.
Solving Fleet Interoperability Challenges: Joint Radio Relay 2
The Joint Forces (USAF Lead) required a “reach back” comm capability for coalition Enduring Freedom strike aircraft to a central, combat Area of Responsibility (AOR) control site, by Winter 2002, 2003. With no USAF activities available to take on development of the system, NSWC Corona created a system, dubbed “Joint Radio Relay” (JR2) System, to meet the challenge.
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USMC Mobile Calibration Facilities
USMC Mobile Calibration Facilities (CFs) were required to support test equipment for USMC units deployed in Iraq but were not scheduled to be deployed for several months. NSWC Corona personnel traveled immediately to the CF site and installed the necessary equipment and software to ready the CF for deployment. It was then packed and shipped in time to meet the accelerated deployment schedule, where it ensured the readiness, accuracy, and reliability of USMC test equipment necessary to support Marine Corps weapon systems in Iraq.
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Metrology Research and Development Program
Weapon technology is advancing rapidly and the measurement technology that it needs must advance with it to enable the correct determination of new system effectiveness. Industry is reluctant to fund the necessary R&D efforts because it doesn't provide a tangible financial benefit. NSWC Corona manages the Navy Metrology R&D Program and has developed measurement technologies and hardware to keep pace with weapon technology. Now, the Navy has the ability to verify the effectiveness of tested weapons and systems, using accurate data. This avoids costly duplication of effort between services and provides opportunity for cost savings through efficiency-related tech projects.
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Assessment of Chemical and Biological Agent Detectors
Consistency among chemical and biological detectors tested poorly in sensor-to-sensor detection comparisons, and the operational environment even exacerbated these inconsistencies. NSWC Corona established an end-to-end program to assess the operational effectiveness and suitability of chemical and biological agent detectors for our Armed Services, as well as establishing a program to develop standard reference materials for measurement baseline. These efforts led to improved effectiveness and suitability of chemical and biological agent detector for our military, not to mention homeland security applications.
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Missile Defense System Acquisition
MDA recognized the need for ensuring an acceptable level of quality and mission assurance. NSWC Corona refocused the agency on mission assurance/mission success through policy, action, and contractual provisions. The MDA Assurance Provisions developed by NSWC Corona were approved by the MDA Director and scheduled for aggressive implementation across the agency.
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