Manufacturing Technology

General

National Institute of Standards and Technology

Source of information about programs and contacts at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). NIST seeks out collaborators to work on projects of mutual interest. They work informally with other researchers to solve short-term technical problems.

Oak Ridge Centers for Manufacturing Technology

Provides government and industry access to manufacturing expertise and facilities. Primary focus is the deploymnt of dual-benefit product and process technologies to improve industrial competitiveness.

Office of Technology Transfer

Established by Congress to provide congressional committees with analyses of technical issues. Information about OTA publications, ongoing studies, programs & staff, and other congressional resources.

National Shipbuilding Network

Supports the U.S. shipbuilding infrastructure by serving as the electronic communication and information resources network for the shipbuilding community. Provides links to shipbuilding related information and research.

Robotics/Robots

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Lead US Center for robotic exploration of the solar system. Provides information on the basics of space flight, a welcome to the planets tour and various other images, mission information and centers.