What We Do

DEVCOM ARL drives scientific discovery and advances emerging technologies to shape the future Army.

Fundamental Research

DEVCOM ARL executes intramural and extramural research organized by seven divisions that provide the Army with fundamental research and specialized capabilities grounded in scientific excellence and driven by unique Army challenges.

Advanced Photonics, Electronics, and Quantum Science (APEQS)

Advanced Photonics, Electronics, and Quantum Science (APEQS)

Biology, Materials and Manufacturing Sciences (BMMS)

Biology, Materials and Manufacturing Sciences (BMMS)

Information, Autonomy, and Teaming Sciences (IATS)

Information, Autonomy, and Teaming Sciences (IATS)

Network, Electromagnetic Warfare & Cyber Sciences (NEWCS)

Network, Electromagnetic Warfare & Cyber Sciences (NEWCS)

Power & Energy Sciences (PES)

Power & Energy Sciences (PES)

Terminal Effects (TE)

Terminal Effects (TE)

Weapons Sciences (WS)

Weapons Sciences (WS)

ARL Report Repository

As the Army’s sole fundamental research laboratory, ARL’s scientific breakthroughs and technological innovations culminate in its series of published technical reports. Available for immediate download, these publications showcase the landmark research efforts of the laboratory’s world-class researchers, serving as crucial knowledge products that transition cutting-edge science into decisive capabilities for the future warfighter.

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