Sandia National Laboratories Conversion and Dual-Use Feasibility Study

摘要

This study explores opportunities for the Department of Energy (DOE) NationalLaboratories to commercialize their defense-related products. The report describes the national policy regarding dual use of defense-related products and summarizes the debate regarding the future of DOE laboratories. It presents the history and present work of three DOE laboratories: Sandia National Laboratories, Los Alamos National Laboratories, and Philips Laboratories. From these three laboratories, Sandia National laboratories (SNL) was selected as a subject for specific examination. The criteria and process used in this selection are described. The report recommends increasing economic development in the region surrounding SNL, exploring dual uses of SNL-developed technologies, and commercializing SNL's defense-related products. These recommendations also include ways for SNL to work with small businesses, a list of products and processes that are candidates for private-sector use, and suggested areas of future study.