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Split-second science: Dahlgren Division engineers capture first live data on projectile and shockwave interaction
November 21, 2025 — Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division recently fired high-speed projectiles into timed explosions to study how shockwaves affect high-speed rounds in a groundbreaking test. Over two days, a team of scientists and engineers at Dahlgren Division used a M110 Howitzer modified with a 155 mm barrel to launch projectiles traveling nearly four...

NSWC Dahlgren Division Change of Command Ceremony Speeches Focus on People, Mission, Fleet and Future Navy
April 26, 2019 — DAHLGREN, Va. – The people and mission of the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) in support of the Fleet were highlighted at a change of command ceremony, here, April 24.The command’s military and civilian members – joining local elected officials and guests, including former NSWCDD commanding officers – welcomed Capt. (sel)...

Dahlgren looks to its past ahead of centennial celebration
August 13, 2018 — John Elliott has spent most of his career on the range at Dahlgren, overseeing tests that evaluate the safety and performance of every component of gun systems that are mounted on Navy ships and deployed around the world.He likes being around things that go boom.“I really like blowing up things,” he said. “You make it, I’ll tear it up. That’s my...

‘Realm of the Possible’ Revealed by Multi-Mission Unmanned Surface Vehicle
April 23, 2018 — DAHLGREN, Va. – An unmanned surface vehicle suddenly appeared on the Potomac River Test Range and, much like the ospreys that inhabit the area, it was on a mission to traverse the river – autonomously. Nearby, an osprey watched the unusual sight from its nest as an array of autonomous guns and missile systems were lined up on a pier. ...

British Royal Navy's First Sea Lord Visits NSWC Dahlgren Division
October 5, 2017 — DAHLGREN, Va. — U.S. Navy officials briefed the top British naval officer and his delegation on current and emerging U.S. Navy technological programs during a tour here Oct. 2. U.K. Royal Navy First Sea Lord Adm. Sir Philip Jones toured Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) laboratories and test sites for overviews on programs...

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