Titanium Welding

Project Number (JTEG Assigned) MC-07-0004
Project Title Titanium Welding
Service Marine Corps
Command LOGCOM
Implementation Depot Barstow
Project Lead Greg Russell (229) 639-8072 gregory.russell.ctr@usmc.mil
TI Goals Supported P-1, C-2, S-3
Focus Area Metal Working
Platform General Ground Vehicle (Tracked or Wheeled)
Platform Specific EFV, lightweight howitzer
Implemented Technology Hardware and skills to establish titanium welding capabilities
Problem Definition

New acquistion systems (AAAV/EFV – lightweight howitzer) will require a new repair technology that is not part of the current capabilities of our depots

Proposed Solution

Joint partnership with various agencies and research programs that are currently evaluating this technology. Identify training and equipment and implement when required.

Expected Result New capability
Benefits Enhance future depot capabilities
Unfunded Requirement Yes
Start FY FY07
Completion Date
WIP Yes
Implemented Yes
Comments This project also embraces a training evolution that is still in progess.