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What we do

Research and
Development

Overview

ACI’s dedicated workforce of scientists, engineers, and analysts assist in solving our customer’s most complex problems. We take a comprehensive approach to advancing knowledge through exploration. Our R&D team innovates and introduces new products and services or improves upon existing offerings. ACI works in conjunction with Department of Defense laboratories, universities, and science & technology directorates. Together, we integrate Technology Readiness Level 4 (and higher) systems into existing system of systems and programs of record as part of developmental testing.

Your Problems Solved

Technology growth is continuous throughout the business, government, and military sectors. The ever-shifting landscape means organizations must remain agile as they confront new technological challenges on a near-daily basis. We understand this dilemma, and we’re here to help. ACI aids our customers with advanced concept development in low-risk to high-rigor, high-consequence development environments. We propel our clients to stay ahead of the competition by catering to new market wants and needs.

To meet requirements of specific programs, ACI uses Early System Demonstrations and Feasibility Assessments to advise our customers whether their systems requirements can be met with current technology and within the parameters of the project’s budget, schedule, and performance constraints.

ACI Can Help

Our R&D team conducts applied or development research depending on your needs. We gain complete knowledge and understanding of a specific subject related to our customer’s practical situation. Or, if more appropriate, we combine features of applied and basic research, conducting development research that is in turn implemented on a customer’s project.

By working with us, ACI’s customers gain insights about practical systems or see technological advancements across a broad range of engineering problems. Through application of disciplined discovery, research, as well as development processes led by industry experts, ACI’s clients obtain new scientific and technical information–empowering them to surmount ever-present challenges effectively and efficiently with increased knowledge at hand.

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Advanced Concept Development in high-rigor, high-consequence environment

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Technology Assessments

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Early System Demonstration and Feasibility Assessment (Risk Reduction)

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Science and Technology concept integration

Testimonials

“From my experience, the Nett Warrior software solution platform is very unique. For a third party like myself to be able to pick it up and provide value so quickly is unheard of. Seriously, this Nett Warrior solution platform is near the very top of my personal list of where I want to be. It just works, and the supporting documentation fills in the gaps. You all have been great at answering questions and getting us on the right track.”
External Partner
Software Engineer

ACI conducted detailed tactical equipment planning enabling identification, checkout, and the movement of all MAPS equipment to and from the test site. One employee in particular, provided HMMWV driving support to ensure the test vehicles could successfully and safely traverse the environment all enabling data collection driving Decision Point #4. He is truly the unifying player between the test and logistics teams and these events would not have been successful without his direct contributions all in the face of a national pandemic.
DPM MAPS
PM Positioning, Navigation, and Timing

I wanted to send a short note commending ACI on support to the mission out here in Italy. The entire team is doing great, and consistently finds ways to make sure we and the unit are set up for success. The unique background and familiarity with the radios makes ACI a strong asset to the team and I’m glad you’re on the ground here with us.
APM
PdM Ground Soldier Systems