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NSWC Philadelphia Division Awarded SECNAV Energy Excellence Award
May 31, 2023
The Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) recently recognized Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) with a 2022 SECNAV Energy Award in the Technology Development & Acquisition category for its High Efficiency Super-Capacity (HES-C) chiller, seen here on USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26). The HES-C chiller is currently being fielded on all new construction amphibious transport dock, destroyer (DDG), and Constellation-class frigate hulls. It is also being targeted for modernization efforts on DDG Flight (FLT) IIa and amphibious assault ship hulls during their midlife availabilities. (U.S. Navy Photo by Kevin Wiley/Released)
NSWCPD Engineer Recognized at 2023 Philadelphia FEB Excellence in Government Awards Ceremony
May 11, 2023
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Chemical Engineer Jay Smith receives a Bronze Medal during the annual Philadelphia FEB Excellence in Government Awards Ceremony on May 4, 2023. Smith was honored for her contributions to developing the critical submarine life-support system, the Advanced Carbon Dioxide Removal Unit (ACRU), on the Columbia class submarine. Pictured with Smith are NSWCPD Technical Director Nigel C. Thijs, Machinery Research, Logistics, and Ship Integrity Department Head Allison Hollish and Energy Conversion R&D Branch Head Jake Kephart. (Courtesy Photo by Celynda Cortez)
NSWCPD Co-Hosts 18th Annual Greater Philadelphia SeaPerch Challenge with Temple University
April 14, 2023
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Commanding Officer Capt. Joseph Darcy awards Haddonfield High School with the Overall Best award in the Captain’s Class during the 18th annual Greater Philadelphia SeaPerch Challenge at The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Center in Philadelphia on March 24, 2023. SeaPerch is an international underwater robotics competition for middle and high school students. (U.S. Navy photo by Sgt. Jermaine Sullivan/Released)
NSWCPD Hosts Steering and Propulsion Control System Physical Throttle Training Summit
April 12, 2023
Lt. j.g. Luke Teague attached to USS Gonzalez (DDG 66) attended the Steering and Propulsion Control System Physical Throttle Training Summit held at the DDG 51 Land Based Engineering Site (LBES) aboard Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) on March 28, 2023. (U.S. Navy photo by Gary Ell/Released)
NSWCPD Trains Crew of First DDG-51 Flight III Arleigh Burke-Class Guided-Missile Destroyer at Land Based Engineering Site
March 31, 2023
Fred Spaulding, a Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division Land Based Engineering Site (LBES) instructor and course developer, guides Sailors attached to USS Jack H Lucas (PCU 125) on how to operate a 9160 Gas Turbine Engine by using the Engineering Operational Sequencing System (EOSS) at NSWCPD on Jan. 17, 2023. PCU 125 will be the first Flight III Arleigh Burke class guided missile destroyer and is set to be commissioned later this year. (U.S. Navy photo by Sgt. Jermaine Sullivan/Released)
NSWCPD Participates in Maritime Sustainment Technology and Innovation Consortium General Membership Meeting
March 29, 2023
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Technical Director Nigel C. Thijs (SES) gives a speech on the critical role the Maritime Sustainment Technology Innovation Consortium (MSTIC) has with NSWCPD during the MSTIC-23-03 Collaboration Event at the Philadelphia Marriot Downtown on March 14, 2023. MSTIC is a collaboration executed under an Other Transaction Authority/Agreement (OTA) with the NSWCPD to develop and mature technologies that enhance the Navy’s mission effectiveness. (U.S. Navy photo by Sgt. Jermaine Sullivan/Released)
PEO Ships and NSWC Philadelphia Mark Major Milestone with the Next Generation Guided-Missile Destroyer (DDG(X)) Land Based Test Site
March 23, 2023
(From left) Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Commanding Officer Capt. Joseph Darcy; PMS 460 Deputy Program Manager Capt. Dan Kidd; Director, Surface Warfare Division (N96) Office of the Chief of Naval Operations Rear Adm. Fred Pyle; Program Manager, PMS 460, Guided Missile Destroyer (DDG(X)), Program Executive Office Ships Katie Connelly; Program Executive Officer (PEO) for Ships Rear Adm. Thomas J. Anderson; and NSWCPD Technical Director Nigel C. Thijs cut a ribbon, signifying the opening of the Next Generation Guided-Missile Destroyer (DDG(X)) Land Based Test Site (LBTS) at Philadelphia, Pa., on March 21, 2023. Team members from PEO Ships and NSWCPD marked a major milestone with the DDG(X) LBTS. (U.S. Navy Photo by Sgt. Jermaine Sullivan/Released)
NSWC Philadelphia Chief Technology Officer Gives Historical Lecture as Part of National Engineers Week
March 17, 2023
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division’s (NSWCPD) Chief Technology Officer Dr. Eugene Golda gives a presentation on NSWCPD’s history during National Engineers Week on Feb. 22, 2023. National Engineers Week celebrates the positive contributions produced from a diverse group of engineers. (U.S. Navy photo by Sgt. Jermaine Sullivan/Released)
NSWC Philadelphia Honors Employees at Fiscal Year 2023 Quarterly Awards Ceremony
March 14, 2023
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division Activity Security Manager Dorothy Morton is presented with a career service award for 50 years of government service by Technical Director Nigel C. Thijs during the NSWCPD Fiscal Year 2023 Quarterly Awards Ceremony on Feb. 27, 2023. (U.S. Navy photo by Sgt. Jermaine Sullivan/Released)
NSWCPD Hosts STEM Outreach Program for Local High School Students during Engineers Week
March 13, 2023
Students from Harriton High School, from Ardmore, Pa. had a chance to participate with hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) demonstrations where they learned about vapor pressure during National Engineers Week at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division on Feb. 24, 2023. (U.S. Navy Photo by Gary Ell/Released)