Overview Harnessing research and technology to realistic applications requires a broad range of experimental laboratories and facilities. APL is recognized for its hands-on, operational expertise in research, analysis, simulation, design, prototype development, and testing.
Advanced facilities play an essential role in our systems approach to problem solving.
These facilities give APL the capability to fabricate models and prototypes and to test them under extreme conditions. A few selected laboratories are highlighted here. A basic component of APL's systems engineering framework is the use of systems analysis techniques to interactively define requirements, evaluate concepts, and develop strategic plans. Modeling, simulation, and virtual environments play key roles in the development of system concepts and requirements for current or projected operational problems. An electronic seminar support system provides computer stations for 21 participants.