Silent Swarm 2026

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) is seeking submissions for participation in the Silent Swarm 2026 Experimentation Event. The event focuses on experimentation with early development Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) capabilities that can be employed on attritable, multi-domain Unmanned Systems (UxS). The goal is to provide a challenging and flexible experimentation environment to enable rapid development of emerging technology. • The event will take place in July 2026 and will include planning workshops, a kick-off workshop, and a two-week experimentation event. • Participants are expected to attend virtual and in-person planning workshops and participate in person for the duration of the two-week Silent Swarm event. • The event will focus on the effects of Distributed Electromagnetic Attack (EA), Deception and Concealment, Alternative Position, Navigation, and Timing (ALT PNT), Resilient Communications, and Electromagnetic Warfare Support with Geolocation. • Initiatives should plan to participate in person for the duration of the two-week Silent Swarm event in July 2026. • Non-government initiatives are required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement and establish a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with NSWC Crane.