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Submarine combat systems course at NUWC Division Newport featured panel discussion, briefings
December 4, 2023 — The Fall 2023 Submarine Combat Systems Course, held at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport Nov. 13-17, was highlighted by several VIP speakers, a panel discussion and more than 20 technical briefings from subject matter experts (SMEs), who focused on how Division Newport is contributing to warfighter readiness in an era of strategic competition... MORE

Australians Report to Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility to Begin Learning SSN Maintenance
December 4, 2023 — Pearl Harbor, Hawaii – More than a dozen Australian submarine maintenance personnel from the ASC, formerly called the Australian Submarine Corporation, arrived at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PHNSY & IMF) Nov. 27 to witness how the U.S. Navy plans and executes maintenance on nuclear-powered attack... MORE

Capt. Richard Jones, Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility Commander, and Mr. John Ornellas, SES, Nuclear Engineering and Planning Manager welcome the Australian Maintenance Personnel.

NSWC Crane employees recognized NAVSEA-wide for human resources advancements
December 1, 2023 — Three Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) Human Resources (HR) employees were recognized by Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) for advancements in their field. Madeline Crews, Karen Hulbert, and Kiley Headley were selected for the 2023 NAVSEA HR Awards in October. NSWC Crane received three of the seven 2023 NAVSEA HR Awards... MORE

Navy to Christen Amphibious Assault Ship Bougainville
December 1, 2023 — The Navy will christen its newest America-class amphibious assault ship, the future USS Bougainville (LHA 8), during a 9 a.m. CST ceremony Saturday, Dec. 2, in Pascagoula, Mississippi.Under Secretary of the Navy Eric Raven will deliver the christening ceremony's principal address. Remarks will also be provided by Vice Adm. Del Crandall Jr., Judge... MORE

NSWC Crane recognizes researchers and inventors for 2023
November 30, 2023 — CRANE, Ind. – Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) held its annual Inventor Recognition Event in conjunction with its In-House Laboratory Independent Research (ILIR) and Independent Applied Research (IAR) Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) Program Review on November 28. Fifty people attended the event that took place at the High-Velocity (HiVe) Innovation Center at NSWC Crane, where 35 inventors were recognized, and 13 ILIR/IAR programs were displayed... MORE

CRANE, Ind. – Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) held its annual Inventor Recognition Event in conjunction with its In-House Laboratory Independent Research (ILIR) and Independent Applied Research (IAR) Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) Program Review on November 28. Fifty people attended the event that took place at the High-Velocity (HiVe) Innovation Center at NSWC Crane, where 35 inventors were recognized, and 13 ILIR/IAR programs were displayed.

Help available for anyone who wants to stop smoking
November 30, 2023 — Quitting tobacco use is a great way to improve overall health, both internally and externally. However, stopping tobacco use can be challenging because nicotine, a chemical in tobacco, is highly addictive and is one of the strongest, deadliest addictions one can have. It can take several tries to quit for good, but trying to quit is always... MORE

For more than 40 years, the American Cancer Society has hosted the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November. American Cancer Society (cancer.org/ cancer/risk-prevention/tobacco.html): The American Cancer Society outlines steps to take to quit smoking and provides smoking cessation programs, resources, and support that can increase the chances of quitting successfully. To learn about the available tools, call 1-800-227- 2345 or use the website’s live chat option. (Defense Heath Agency graphic by Kim Farcot)

Shipyard employees participate in special Veterans Day flag-replacement ceremony
November 29, 2023 — Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility held a ceremony to celebrate and recognize Veterans Day, November 9 on the roof of Building 850.The event, hosted by the Veterans Employee Resource Group, replaced the worn U.S. flag at the State Street entrance with a new one.An honor guard composed of active duty Sailors and veterans... MORE

A group of PSNS & IMF Sailors and military veterans prepare to hoist a new American flag near the State Street Gate Entrance at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility in Bremerton, Wash. Nov. 9, 2023, during a special Veterans Day flag-replacement ceremony hosted by the Veterans Employee Resource Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Ben Hutto)

Carderock Conducts AM Feasibility Study at the David Taylor Model Basin
November 29, 2023 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division’s Naval Architecture and Engineering Department is conducting a Large-Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) model feasibility study to assess the accuracy of using additively manufactured (AM) models for future experiments. The study, which also includes resistance testing on Carriage 1 in Carderock’s... MORE

A calm water tow-tank testing of a large-scale additive manufactured ship model of the Arleigh-Burke class destroyer.

Collaboration leads to 'K-circuit' innovation
November 29, 2023 — Knowledge sharing, high-velocity learning and technical innovation are essential elements of the U.S. Navy’s “Get Real, Get Better” initiative. This means bringing together the top minds from among the Naval Sea Systems Command community to problem solve, remove barriers and bring fresh ideas to the table.With an eye on maximizing collaboration... MORE

Project team members (from left) include: Gerald Centeno, electronics engineer, Code 290, Combat Systems Engineering & Planning; Emily Saito, electronics engineer, NUWC Division, Keyport; Nick Jones, cell manager, Code 1010, Reactor Systems; Tommy Kidwell, electrical inspector, Code 720, Lifting and Handling Quality Assurance, Testing and Training; Adam Hocutt, technical project manager, NUWC Division, Keyport; and Jason Brandt, electronics engineer, NUWC Division, Keyport. (U.S Navy photo)

NSWCPD Employees Honored During 2023 Command Awards Ceremony
November 28, 2023 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) celebrated the exemplary achievements of 10 individuals and four teams, recently honoring them during the organization’s 2023 Command Awards ceremony.The annual awards program recognizes individuals and teams for their accomplishments and contributions to the U.S. Navy’s mission, as well... MORE

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Commanding Officer Capt. Joseph Darcy and NSWCPD Technical Director Nigel C. Thijs, SES, present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Thomas Ryan for his critical work and support of test sites over a forty-year career span. NSWCPD employees were recently honored during the organization’s 2023 Command Awards Ceremony. (U.S. Navy Photo by Chief Petty Officer Chad M. Butler/Released)