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NATC Technology Rodeo
Nevada Automotive Test Center is once again proud to host our Vehicle Systems Demonstration immediately following the NDIA Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Meeting.
Information and updates on the demonstration will be posted on a regular basis to our Rodeo website (http://www.natc-rodeo.com)
NATC has conducted post-NDIA vehicle demonstrations for many years. These demonstrations allow the operation and observation of a variety of wheeled vehicle systems in a mission profile environment.
In previous years, demonstrations ranging from Hybrid Electric Vehicles to Robotic Vehicles to armored vehicles to dynamic rollover events were demonstrated. This year, all of the demonstrations at NATC will be dynamic, allowing participants to functionally operate the various systems. Attendees will be able to view and/or drive all of the demonstrations through a scheduled rotation.
Representatives from the Army, Marine Corps, Office of Naval Research, Department of Homeland Security and other government agencies are scheduled to attend.
If you plan to participate in the February 2010 Rodeo, please contact NATC to identify facilities required and to develop the data package information which will be provided to the attendees. Early discussions and reservations with NATC are encouraged.
Hotel Information
Hotels in the area (ask for NATC rate).
John Ascuagas Nugget
- 1100 Nugget Avenue
- Sparks, Nevada 89431
- Phone: (800) 648-1177
- Web address: www.janugget.com
Gold Dust West, Carson City
- 2171 Highway 50 East
- Carson City, Nevada 89701
- Phone: (877) 519-5567
- Web address: www.gdwcasino.com/carson_city/carson_city.html
NATC Demonstration
The NATC Vehicle Systems Demonstration will be held at the Nevada Automotive Test Center (NATC) on February 10, 2010 following the NDIA Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Conference in Monterey, California. The rodeo format allows vehicle technology developers/manufacturers to demonstrate their solutions in a real world environment.
This NATC demonstration will focus on a range of vehicle technologies which can improve the mobility and survivability of new and existing systems which represent the realm of the possible in terms of new vehicle technology development. Current and future vehicle systems will be represented. Technology experts will be available to discuss improvements in survivability, mobility, maintainability, life cycle cost, etc.
In order to demonstrate your solution in the NATC Rodeo, please follow the steps listed below:
- Contact NATC to discuss goals and solutions.
- Determine your test area requirements, Complexity of demonstration, type of vehicle, etc.
- Provide support information for the solution. NATC packages this information for all participants including a DVD of the demonstration events. This information is made available to allow the participants to recall demonstration highlights and to continue discussions after event.
- Develop the demonstration in a 30 minute format. Each demonstration is repeated throughout the day to ensure that every participant has the opportunity, in a small group, to view the event, drive the vehicle, etc.
Only government representatives and special invitees will participate in the demonstration. This will allow each demonstrator to fully discuss their solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Download the printable version
Additional Information
The Rodeo will begin registration at 0700 hours and the first demonstration will start promptly at 0800 hours. The final demonstration will end at approximately 1800 hours.
NATC requests that civilian attire appropriate for a field demonstration be used by all attendees (blue jeans, layered clothing, boots). Please note that most of the demonstration areas are gravel or rocky. Please wear appropriate shoes for walking.
The temperatures may be in the mid 20’s in the early morning and can warm up to the 40’s and 50’s in the afternoon. Precipitation, including rain or snow, is possible.
This is an outdoor event, accordingly layered clothing is recommended including gloves, warm coat, heavy boots, etc.
Download 2010 Agenda (PDF format)
Download map to NATC (PDF format)
Download NATC Technology Rodeo Flyer (PDF format)
Download Government Invitation (PDF format)
