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NSWC Crane delivers critical firepower and cultivates the next generation of Navy innovators
April 29, 2026 — Developed for stealth and precise delivery of nuclear warheads, the U.S. Navy’s ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs) are a critical component to national security. SSBNs conduct long-term deterrent patrols at sea as an undetectable launch platform for intercontinental missiles.After these extended patrols, SSBNs port for maintenance where Naval... MORE

Kiara Streepy, a Mechanical Engineer at NSWC Crane who supports the ROSAM weapon system, conducts testing in 2021.

NSWC Crane scientist advances technology in the electromagnetic spectrum
April 23, 2026 — Dr. Nathaniel Husted, Chief Scientist for Cyber and Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) Technologies at NSWC Crane, is not only training and equipping the workforce but also leveraging his expertise to advance crucial technology for the warfighter.Dr. Husted holds a B.S. from Purdue University and a Ph.D. in Informatics from Indiana University, where his... MORE

This photo shows Dr. Husted demonstrating key tools for Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Research. The laptop is a Navy Research Enterprise Network (NREN) laptop running Visual Studio Code and Windows Subsystem for Linux with capability to remotely connect to his NREN Linux desktop. This platform allows him to develop capabilities using the Ettus Software Defined Radio (in his hands) and the Open Source Radiona Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) board on the table. These capabilities combined provide the fundamental enabler of enhancing the non-kinetic lethality of our men and women in uniform.

NSWC Crane Congratulates Winners of Hypersonic Horizons 2025, Fostering Future Innovators
April 20, 2026 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) proudly congratulates the 19 high school and undergraduate teams awarded a total of $44,000 in the third annual “Hypersonic Horizons 2025: The High Speed Video Challenge.” As the host of the Joint Hypersonics Transition Office (JHTO) Systems Engineering Field Activity, NSWC Crane is honored... MORE

Hypersonic Horizons 2025: The High Speed Video Challenge

Forging the Future: NSWC Crane’s OPERA Program Develops Cutting-Edge Technology and Talent
March 16, 2026 — The Naval Engineering Education Consortium (NEEC), a program established by the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), is successfully developing and attracting new talent to the technical fields essential for the U.S. Navy's future. Through strategic partnerships with universities, the NEEC facilitates cutting-edge research in areas of naval... MORE

Photo of Nick Gangi, an RPI student and SMART scholar, working on OPERA.

NSWC Crane’s new low-cost, ‘Drone Killer Cartridge’ achieves 92-percent kill rate in demonstration event
February 17, 2026 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) has designed and developed the Drone Killer Cartridge (DKC), a new and cost-effective family of ammunition for the warfighter that increases probability of hit and kill against drone threats while inherently reducing collateral damage."We're enabling extended range, shotgun-style effects... MORE

Drone Killer Cartridge family of ammunition

NSWC Crane Highlights its Dedication to Naval Excellence at its 3rd Annual Meet the Mission Event
November 18, 2025 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) brought together the entire "TEAM Crane" community on September 11th for its 3rd annual "Meet the Mission" (MtM) event. The open-house style event provided a unique opportunity for civilian, military, and contractor employees to explore the cutting-edge technologies and collaborative efforts... MORE

CAPT Boonyobhas observing technological demonstrations

Former NSWC Crane employee awarded for bolstering the Naval Research and Development Establishment
September 3, 2025 — Former employee to Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane), Dr. Travis Summers, was awarded the Superior Civilian Service Medal for his work as the Deputy Director for Infrastructure for the Naval Research and Development Establishment (NR&DE).Dr. Summers is a third-generation NSWC Crane employee, following in the footsteps of his... MORE

NSWC Crane Attends the Association of Old Crows 15th Annual Capabilities and Gaps Summit
August 27, 2025 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) attended the Association of Old Crows (AOC) 15th Annual Capabilities and Gaps Summit. The event, held this summer, brought together subject matter experts from across a wide range of expertise to discuss critical developments within electronic warfare.The event also recognized the... MORE

Imani Davis receives 2024 Future Five Award at 2025 AOC Conference

NSWC Crane celebrates employee success at Annual Command Awards
August 14, 2025 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) celebrated the outstanding achievements of its employees at the 2025 Annual Command Awards held at WestGate Academy on August 6, 2025. Winners were recognized for their contributions and dedication in support of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and our mission in supporting the warfighter... MORE

NSWC Crane celebrates employee success at Annual Command Awards. Employees photographed with NSWC Crane leadership.

Indiana Research Consortium takes strategic first step to advance hypersonics innovation
August 8, 2025 — The Indiana Research Consortium (IRC) convened top researchers from Indiana University, Purdue University, and the University of Notre Dame, and subject matter experts from the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane, at the Emerging Manufacturing and Collaboration Center (EMC²) for an ideation session centered on hypersonics—an area of... MORE

Indiana Research Consortium takes strategic first step to advance hypersonics innovation. Participants photographed at the latest hypersonics meeting.

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