Meeting Minutes NSRP Joint Panel Meeting Electrical Technologies

Meeting Minutes
NSRP Joint Panel Meeting
Electrical Technologies & SWSI Panel
Meeting Date: June 17-18, 2014
Location: Huntington Ingalls Industries Washington Technical Office, Washington, DC
Meeting Focus: Commonality of Electronics & Electrical Systems, Components & Interfaces
Meeting Summary:
The NSRP Electrical Technologies Panel (ETP) and Ship Warfare Systems Integration (SWSI) Panel held a
joint panel meeting at the Huntington Ingalls offices located at 300 M Street in Washington, DC. The
primary focus of the meeting was commonality across shipyard processes, with focus on review of
recently completed and current projects. We also introduced new potential projects for 2014 and
discussed NSRP ETP Business Plans for 2014.
Day 1 – June 17, 2014:
Jason Farmer ETP Panel Chair and Perry Haymon SWSI Panel Chair convened the meeting with
introductions from all members in attendance and those attending via teleconference.
Justin Montague, NSRP Deputy Technical Director presented the NSRP update and overview. Justin
reviewed how the panels function, working within the framework of SCRA and the Executive Control
Board. Justin reviewed the various NSRP Panels and current Panel Leadership. Justin discussed time
frames for upcoming project solicitations (June-July); white papers should be submitted by panel chairs
in early August.
Patrick David, SSI-USA conducted a presentation on Big Data and the positive effects data mining &
analysis could have on the shipbuilding industry. The need for cross panel collaboration is evident. The
presentation highlighted the need for the shipbuilding industry to understand what additional business
process information can be extracted from our systems to improve efficiency and reduce cost.
John Sofia, NAVSEA 06 covered Navy Enterprise Commonality. The objective of the initiative is to
increase utilization of technical talent and expertise within the NAVSEA Enterprise to maximize crossplatform commonality and rapidly implement ongoing commonality efforts to reduce acquisition and
life-cycle costs. Review, revise, and/or develop policies and instructions that will enable the application
of cross platform commonality. Drive commonality into specifications and technical standards to reduce
acquisition and life cycle costs. Ensure common business practices and contract clauses to drive cross
platform commonality.
Perry Haymon, SWSI Panel Chair presented information on Flexible Infrastructure Guidance Document Panel
Project. The objective of this project is to provide information and develop guidance documents to use when
interfacing to Flexible Infrastructure. The project ultimately helped develop guidance documents that provide
for commonality and standardization of equipment and furniture attachment to the Flexible Interface deck
track system.
Clay Smith, SSGC Code 270 presented information on how all changes, cost savings methods and new
equipment effect the build specification of Navy Contracts. Clay covered who has the authority to
change specifications and the various methods that can be used. He also introduced a number of
problem areas on current ship designs where improvements are needed.
Rick Worth, NSWCCD-SSES Code 982 gave an update on recent developments and upcoming testing on
High Temperature Insulated Bus Pipe (HTIBP). Insulated Bus Pipe (IBP) offers several advantages over
standard power cables. Some of the advantages of IBP are: supports modular construction, improved
reliability/life resulting in lower maintenance costs, ship alteration/modification savings (no cable re-pull
or splices), and size and weight reductions. There has been consistent and growing interest by the
shipyards to pursue HTIBP to address both schedule risk and cost issues. Testing has provided positive
results across the board with the exception of flame and heat resistance tests. Additional testing is
planned. Results will be presented at future ETP meetings with recommended path forward for this
technology.
Jim Vanmeter, Energy Focus Inc. presented info on All Platform Affordable LED Lighting. This project is a
collaborative effort with Ingalls Shipbuilding, Vigor Shipbuilding, Electric Boat and the University of
Akron. The goal of the project is to develop an LED fixture that minimizes the cost of electrical systems
for the shipyard while still using the Navy standard Intellitube lamp. Further, this project aims to
quantify in great detail the benefits using LED lighting during ship construction and build mathematical
models adaptable for use by any shipyard.
Joe D’Angelo, D5T reviewed his panel project titled Ship Warfare Systems Interface Descriptions. The
purpose of the project is to generate a list of guidelines for common interfaces between subsystems and
provide recommendations for implementation.
Greg Stevens, BIW presented information on his panel project titled Low Voltage Quick Connector
Evaluation. The project looks at methods and hardware that support expedited installation, while
maintaining high reliability and ease of use with good electrical characteristics and performance
characteristics.
Darren Brick, Ingalls presented his panel project Flexible Interface for Automated Circuit Tester. There is
currently a problem with Level One testing of shipboard circuits; it is time consuming and costly. The
manual testing process is inefficient for circuits, having more than a handful of conductors with
numerous pin-pin combinations. There is potential for efficient use of a programmable wiring analyzer
or an automated cable/circuit tester. The challenge is to develop the flexible interface concepts that
facilitate mating of connector of cable under test to the wiring analyzer.
Perry Haymon, SWSI Chair gave an update on the panel project titled Copper and Fiber Optic Test
Equipment integration into Shipyard Processes. This project has not begun due to change of project
lead. The effort is expected to begin in the near future.
Maurissa D’Angelo, D5T presented the final update on Materials and Components for Exterior Electrical
Connections and Sealing panel project. Project participants were Ingalls Shipbuilding and Bollinger
Shipyard. The goal of the project was to recommend ways to extend the life of exterior electrical system
installations. Testing and findings were presented to the Panel. The final report has been submitted
and is available via the NSRP website.
Jason Farmer, ETP Chair then informed panel members about 2014 Proposed Panel Projects for both the
ETP and SWSI Panels. We also reviewed the agenda for day two of our meeting.
Day 1 of the meeting was adjourned at approximately 1700.
Day 2 – June 18, 2014:
Jason Farmer, ETP Chair convened the meeting with introductions by all participants and a review of the
agenda for the day. The morning session was focused on reviewing proposed panel project topics.
Authors presented ideas for new ETP and SWSI panel projects. 13 projects were presented by the
Electrical Technologies Panel and 6 new projects were presented by the SWSI Panel. General discussion
on the topic followed each presentation. The project discussions and presentations continued through
early afternoon. After all presentations were complete, the Joint Session was adjourned. Breakout
sessions for the ETP and SWSI Panels immediately followed.
Electrical Technologies Panel Breakout Session:
Jason Farmer presented the ETP Panel Chair’s Report. As a follow-up action item to the Spring Panel
Meeting, minor modifications to the Panel Mission Statement were discussed. Following discussion, a
revision to the Panel’s Focus Area was proposed. The panel membership voted to accept the proposed
changes. The following Mission & Focus Area statements were unanimously approved:
ETP Mission
 Reduce the cost associated with the installation and operation of electrical systems in
ship construction, maintenance, and modernization
 Facilitate communications among Navy programs, electrical system integrators, ship
designers, shipbuilders and other NSRP panels
Current Focus Areas
•
Promote commonality of electrical processes, products, components, and methods
across ship programs
•
Evaluate & develop electrical system technologies, installation processes, and electrical
system specifications.
•
Identify and implement technologies and processes that improve:
 Total Ownership Cost
 Energy Efficiency
 Electrical System Performance
 Safety of Workforce and Ship’s Crew
The Fall/Winter Panel meeting was discussed.
The ETP topics were discussed. Topics presented will be prioritized for White Paper Development.
Formal White Papers are due by July 11, 2014.
The meeting was adjourned at 16:30.

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