Sustainment Research
Supporting Sustainment Operations to Extend Service Life of Valuable Systems
UDRI facilitates the development of integrated interdisciplinary teams to solve aging systems problems using advanced technologies that meet the goal of increased performance and reduced maintenance costs. Our scientists and engineers work to improve the maintainability and performance of systems and system components, from support equipment and maintenance processes through improved operational readiness and effectiveness.
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We strive to provide operational cost savings and improved performance through the insertion of advanced technologies. Contact us today, and let us turn your sustainment challenge into a viable and lasting solution.
Top: A C-130 structural engineer examines a cargo ramp seal retainer drawing to determine if part replacement is necessary. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tommie Horton)
This video shows the first shipment arrival of a decommissioned C-130 Hercules at UDRI's Curran Place. The aircraft was assembled and now serves as a testing laboratory for a portion of UDRI's Sustainment research.
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