Carderock BAA

−    Digital Ecosystems:

•  High speed, intelligent, data-driven decision making for complex operations

•  Data discovery, information and knowledge management

•  Rapid adaptable policy and enforcement for digital environments

−    Hydrodynamics:

•  Computational hydrodynamic tools

•  Seakeeping and loads in extreme seas

•  Maneuvering and control

•  Maneuvering in waves

•  Cavitation

•  Hull-propulsor interaction

•  Hydrodynamic modeling of operations: in an ice slurry; multi-body interactions; propulsor hull system optimization; appendage characterization and scaling; near-surface and near-shore maneuvering and control modeling development

−    Naval Platform Integrity:

•  Naval metals and alloys; polymers and rubbers; structural composites; corrosion resistant materials; and/or high-temperature ceramics

•  Additive Manufacturing and the relationship between processing, microstructure and materials properties, including M&S

•  Structural assessment and monitoring

•  Shock and Vulnerability

•  Non-destructive testing and/or inspection

•  Ship environmental treatment systems, management, and safety

•  Bio-fouling and bio-fouling hydrodynamic effects

•  Battery development and safety

•  Alternative energy and power sources

−    Ship. Boat, and Submarine Design:

•  Ship/Boat/Submarine design tools

•  Ship/Boat/Submarine design processes and methods

•  Design evaluation/assessment capabilities

•  New and non-traditional platforms

•  Novel ship/boat/submarine designs and missions

−     Signature Management:                                                                                       

•  Underwater and topside signatures

•  Mobile sensors

−    Unmanned Systems:

•  Low cost perception and situational awareness systems

•  Autonomy and AI/ML decision making and computations

•  Swarming capabilities

−    Other technology areas will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. 

Education

• Public and state institutions of higher education
• Private institutions of higher education