Future Naval Capabilities Advanced Technology Development

The Future Naval Capabilities Advanced Technology Development program, overseen by the Office of Naval Research, is designed to maintain the technological edge of U.S. Naval forces. This initiative prioritizes delivering innovative technology solutions tailored to specific naval needs and facilitating their swift integration into existing acquisition programs. Collaboration with various stakeholders, including Combat Capability Development organizations and Operating Forces, is emphasized to develop groundbreaking technologies that enhance naval capabilities while effectively managing technical risks.

The Expeditionary Maneuver Warfare project within this program focuses on advancing technologies that support expeditionary operations. Key objectives include the development of innovative naval mines, mine countermeasures, and low observable mine neutralization technologies. Additionally, the project aims to enhance communication systems such as the Magnetic & Acoustic Generation Next Unmanned Superconducting Sweep (MAGNUSS) and Long-Range Over the Horizon Communications at High Frequency (LOCH NESS), which are vital for maintaining operational effectiveness in complex environments.

In Air Warfare, efforts are directed towards improving human-machine interfaces for unmanned platforms and developing advanced systems like the Advanced Autonomous Air-to-Air Refueling System (A4RS). This includes creating a modular open system architecture for autonomous refueling operations and enhancing airborne electronic attack capabilities through projects like Coordinated Advanced Distributed Radio Frequency Effects (CADRE). These initiatives aim to strengthen air combat readiness and operational efficiency.

The Information Warfare project is dedicated to developing capabilities that enhance information dominance across various environments. Efforts focus on advancing cybersecurity measures, optimizing wireless network performance through Federated Learning and Optimization for Wireless networks (FLOW), and improving electronic warfare techniques with initiatives like Measurement-Based Adaptive Response (M-BAR). These projects strive to provide robust information warfare solutions that support strategic decision-making and operational success in contested domains.