Engineering R&D Division

Discovery, invention, and innovation from basic research to deployment

scientist observing electrostatic robot

From basic research to advanced systems development, deployment, and support, the Engineering R&D Division represents a wide array of talented scientists, engineers, technicians, and research staff. The division manages complex projects for government and commercial clients, advancing the state of the art in diverse areas such as geospace studies; robotics; communications, radar, and sensing; marine technology; space technology and integration; and quantum sensing.

The division's expert development and systems integration capabilities ensure maximum impact when technology solutions are implemented.

News + Events

CBS San Francisco, Nov 8, 2012

This news story focuses on how robotics is benefiting manufacturing and service industries while helping to keep jobs in the U.S. The story includes an interview with Rich Mahoney,director of SRI’s Robotics Program.