NavalX Midwest Tech Bridge

We're thrilled to announce that the agenda for #MDIS2024 is now available!? ? Join us for keynotes, panel discussions, and networking opportunities with industry leaders driving advancements in microelectronics, AI, and national security. Whether you're a defense contractor, tech innovator, or policymaker, there's something for everyone! Visit https://lnkd.in/gjxTNQ-e for event details. David Roberts Brooke Pyne Andrew Kossack Leslie Wolfe William Kiser

The BIC Technician Course https://lnkd.in/g74z_ZJr is focused on equipping individuals with the essential skills and knowledge to work in the battery industry. /// The course covers a range of topics, including \\\ ? Battery fundamentals:?Understanding the core components and principles of how batteries operate. ? Safety protocols:?Learning about the potential hazards associated with batteries and how to handle them safely. ? Battery manufacturing processes:?Gaining insights into the different stages of battery production. ? Testing and validation:?Understanding the importance of quality control and how batteries are evaluated. ? Emerging technologies:?Exploring new developments and trends in the battery industry. /// The benefits of completing the Technician Course include \\\ ??Career development:?Gaining skills relevant to a growing industry and opening opportunities in various roles, such as technicians, engineers, and quality assurance personnel. ? Safety awareness:?Understanding how to work with batteries in a safe and responsible manner, protecting yourself and others. ? Industry knowledge:?Keeping up with the latest advancements in battery technology, making you a valuable asset in the field. The BIC Technician Course is a valuable opportunity for individuals who want to start or advance their careers in the battery industry. The course provides a strong foundation in battery technology and helps participants develop the skills they need to succeed in this rapidly expanding sector. Upskill your workforce.?Register your team for the BIC Technician Course today. https://lnkd.in/geQJFNV Dennis Kountz Les Alexander Elizabeth Patterson Tyson Craig Joshua Wolfe Erika D. Alexey Serov Jayleen Lann Amol Chandekar, Ph.D. Michael Bouton Caterpillar Inc. Accelera by Cummins Vincennes University Purdue University Toyota North America American Honda Motor Company, Inc. Subaru of America General Motors Stellantis LG Energy Solution ESS Battery Samsung SDI Battery Systems Panasonic North America Ascend Elements Ascend Indiana #BatteryIndustry #BatteryTechnology #BatteryTechnician #BICTechnicianCourse #BatteryInnovationCenter #CareerDevelopment #SkillsTraining #WorkforceDevelopment #EnergyStorage #CleanEnergy #EmergingTechnologies #Manufacturing #Innovation #STEM

Excited to bring this event to Indiana! Use the link below to register!

We're excited to share the latest update from our partners, Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane and Ivy Tech Community College! This initiative marks a significant step forward in empowering entrepreneurs to navigate the technology transfer process and collaborate with federal labs! Check out the video to learn more about how this partnership is making a difference!

Just Announced!?? ? Join the UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY SBIR/STTR Programs on June 26th at 11:30 AM (EST) for the 24.4 Open Topics Ask Me Anything Session (AMA)! ? The Department of the Navy will pre-release its #SBIR 24.4?Open Topics?BAA on June 13, 2024, and is conducting an Open Topics AMA as an opportunity to learn about the unique features of this funding opportunity aimed to seek commercial solutions to meet specific mission #critical Naval needs. The June 26th program includes presentations from topic authors representing the three participating Systems Commands (SYSCOM) and a live Q&A discussions. This hybrid Open Topics AMA session will be broadcast from two locations, offering both in-person and remote participation Registration is required for remote and/or in-person participation. To register, please visit https://lnkd.in/gxRz_DCY Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of naval technology.?We look forward to seeing you there!

?? A new challenge is now open! Innovators may submit solutions that could reduce the cost of hypersonic glide bodies and associated sensors to win part of $100,000 during NSIN’s Hypersonic Cost Reduction Challenge, presented in partnership with the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division. Submit by June 6: https://lnkd.in/eJx_xEdy #Challenge #PrizeChallenge #Funding

What a great two days at the Hypersonics Innovation Conference in Dayton, Ohio this week! We are thrilled to see all the rapid progress being made in such a critical area for our national security and defense. The Navy plays a massive role in this sector with active and future programs such as Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) and Multi-Service Advanced Capability Hypersonic Test Bed (MACH-TB). Midwest Tech Bridge is proud to support companies via Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) opportunities/support, technology demonstrations, and much more - defining our core mission, to develop an innovation pipeline and expose the Department of the Navy to cutting-edge technologies to support the American Warfighter.

Yesterday a few members of the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division Technology Transfer (T2) office and NavalX Midwest Tech Bridge attended the 2024 Buy Indiana Expo. This annual expo aligns Hoosier companies with the opportunity to expand their business through contracts with government centers.

Joint Hypersonics Transition Office (JHTO), in collaboration with Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane), is excited to announce the winners of the Hyper-AMPD! prize challenge! This is a two phase competition with winners of Phase I moving onto Phase II. Dr. Sarah Armstrong, Director of JHTO’s Systems Engineering Field Activity at NSWC Crane, is excited to see the continued development of this project. "The hypersonic community came out in force to support JHTO's first-ever prize challenge, Hyper-AMPD! It is very encouraging to see so many novel ideas for low-cost, rapidly fieldable hypersonic systems. Submissions came from a wide range of idea generators, as well as created new partnerships in response to this challenge. It was incredibly difficult to narrow the selection for Phase II, but I am very excited to see the outcome of the feasibility studies over the coming months,” said Dr. Armstrong. https://lnkd.in/gHkS2gzZ

Welcome the newest member of the NavalX Midwest Tech Bridge team, Chris Williamson! Chris started supporting Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division in 2001 and for the last 23 years has had the opportunity to uniquely contribute to Crane’s mission in various capacities.?He supported multiple sonar systems and undersea sensors, system installs on submarines and surface ships, performed Radiation Hardness testing, fleet countermeasure support and many other great Crane programs.?Chris also volunteered for multiple deployments to Afghanistan in support of the MTRC (Mobile Technology Repair Complex) where he created patented technological inventions.?The rapid #prototyping and inventive process for the #warfighter is where he first became involved with Technology Transfer (#T2).? ? Chris now serves as the Deputy Director for the Midwest Tech Bridge and Intellectual Property Portfolio manager for the T2 office.?The Midwest Tech Bridge is excited and privileged to bring Chris on board with his robust knowledge, experience, and passion for the T2 office!