Heritage Lectures Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow As we celebrated 100 years of service in 1998 to the Nation, the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, as well as this country's maritime activities, it is fitting that we look back over our history as we look forward to the 21st century. The heritage lectures are a means to honor and learn from our past, celebrate the present, and explore our future. They were proudly given by Carderock Division Directorate Heads and senior scientists and engineers, both active and retired.
All lectures are available on videotape.
Please contact the Public Affairs, Corporate Media Office. Hull Form and Hydrodynamic Design Mr. William Day of our Hydrodmechanics Directorate led a review of the past, present, and future of hydrodynamics from Admiral Taylor's Speed and Power of Ships to the Trimaran Demonstration Ship. Propulsors Dr. William Morgan, Head of the Hydromechanics Directorate, led a discussion of the history and future directions of marine propulsors. Materials, Structures, and More Mr. George Wacker, Head of the Survivability, Structures, and Materials Directorate, discussed the historical background, wide range of accomplishments, and ongoing innovations in the areas of materials, structures, weapons effects, and environmental protection. Future perspectives were discussed.