NREC’s projects integrate mechanical systems, electronics, and software. We start with field-proven architectures before designing and building individual components. We use state-of-the-art design, simulation, and analysis tools to analyze and refine our designs before fabricating components in our sophisticated, on-site machine shops and electronics lab.  We test components individually and in tandem to see how they interact, allowing us to find and fix problems before assembling our systems.

We then test our systems under the most realistic conditions possible.  We field test early and often, usually until our systems break!  This rigorous testing gives us feedback on our designs and identifies performance and reliability limits that drive the next engineering cycle.  The final result is a robust and capable system that’s ready for commercialization.