MMO - iMAST

institute for manufacturing and sustainment technologies (iMAST)

The Institute for Manufacturing and Sustainment Technologies (iMAST) is sponsored under contract N00024-02-D-6604 by the United States Navy Manufacturing Technology (ManTech) Program. iMAST provides manufacturing technology support to the systems commands of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

The Institute for Manufacturing and Sustainment Technologies (iMAST) is one of nine U.S. Navy MANTECH Centers of Excellence. Formally established in February of 1995, the Institute comprises seven thrust areas.

Located at The Pennsylvania State University's Applied Research Laboratory, the Institute is in partnership with industry, government, and the University. iMAST provides a focal point for the development and transfer of new manufacturing processes and equipment in a cooperative environment with industry, academia, other Navy acquisition, and in-service use. The Institute leverages the resources of The Pennsylvania State University to develop technology and business practices, to enhance the industrial sector, and to address advanced weapon system issues and challenges.

iMAST Technology Groups (PDF*):

iMAST Thrust Areas:
Mechanical Drive Transmission Technologies
Laser Processing Technologies
Materials Processing Technologies
Advanced Composites
Repair Technologies
Manufacturing Systems
Complex Systems Monitoring

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Other Websites:

In concert with ARL's rotorcraft technology effort, a close association exists with Penn State's Rotorcraft Technology Center of Excellence, which resides within Penn State's aerospace engineering department. Visit their website at: http://www.psu.edu/dept/rcoe/links.htm.

Also, please visit Penn State's Pennsylvania Transportation Institute (PTI). The PTI's mission of interdisciplinary research involves laboratories, departments, and colleges throughout Penn State, including the ARL.