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Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center (ARDEC)

Headquartered at Picatinny, New Jersey, the Armament Research, Development, and Engineering Center (ARDEC) is the U.S. Army’s principal researcher, developer, and sustainer of current and future armament and munitions systems. ARDEC plays a key part in Army Transformation with its involvement in the development of the Soldier and Future Combat Systems and continued efforts in the development of advanced weapons that exploit technologies like high-power microwaves, high-energy lasers, and nano-technology.

ARDEC’s overall mission is to improve already fielded items; develop new ones; maintain a strong armament technology base in government, industry, and academia; and provide technical support to the soldier in the field. In this way, the Center achieves its vision of "Innovative Armaments Solutions for Today and Tomorrow." For more information visit Armament Research, Development & Engineering Center

Benét Laboratories

Benét Laboratories is recognized world-wide as a Center of Excellence for gun design, structural and dynamic analysis, application of advanced materials and composites, and laboratory simulations ranging from gun firing phenomena to static and dynamic load testing (up to 5 million lb), as well as environmental testing. A full complement of modern laboratory equipment, along with a highly trained staff of scientists, engineers, and technicians, enables Benet to be a world leader in innovative technology and applications.