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Rear Adm. Melvin R. Smith visited the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport on December 11 to discuss the development of undersea robotic autonomous systems (URAS) and the importance of foundational research.

His agenda included briefings on undersea technologies, a holiday gathering with the workforce, and discussions with senior leaders on partnerships with Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). Smith emphasized the need to improve recognition of the team's contributions to the Navy's operational success.