The Aerodynamics, Aeroelasticity, and Aeroacoustics Laboratory (LA3) is a leading national facility dedicated to cutting-edge research and testing in aerodynamics, aeroelasticity, and aeroacoustics. Operated under the highest international standards, LA3 provides critical support for experimental and computational studies in fluid mechanics, aircraft performance, structural dynamics, and noise analysis.

The facility is equipped with advanced instrumentation and flow diagnostics, enabling researchers and engineers to conduct detailed investigations into various applications—from full-scale aircraft components to civil infrastructure such as bridges and buildings. LA3 is vital in advancing Indonesia’s aerospace capabilities while supporting non-aerospace sectors with versatile and accredited testing services.

The MDSV is a purpose-built vessel integrating the functions of a tugboat, heavy-lift barge, and service platform into a single, versatile unit. Engineered for post-operational offshore platform decommissioning, it also performs maritime salvage operations, including lifting, structural repair, refloating, and navigational clearance. This compact and flexible platform offers an economical solution to the growing demand for offshore decommissioning, particularly in regions with ageing infrastructure.

The design was validated at BRIN’s Hydrodynamics laboratory for resistance, manoeuvrability, and LA3 (Aerodynamics, Aeroelasticity, and Aeroacoustics Laboratory) for the superstructure’s aerodynamic evaluation.

Key technologies—dynamic positioning, automatic ballast control, and an ROV with a diamond wire cutter (cutting capacity up to Ø1.07 m)—enable safe, precise operations in diverse water depths.

As part of BRIN’s national testing infrastructure, the DO-160 Laboratory provides comprehensive testing services to ensure electronic systems’ safety, reliability, and compliance—particularly in the aviation sector. Designed to meet international standards, the lab supports certification processes and innovation-driven research.

Focusing on environmental, mechanical, and electromagnetic testing, the DO-160 Laboratory is equipped to evaluate a wide range of components, from avionics systems to commercial electronics. With facilities meeting RTCA DO-160G and CASR Part 27 standards, it is a critical facility for aircraft component certification and quality assurance.

BRIN offers a comprehensive range of hydrodynamic services that support the entire process of marine research and testing. The modeling service includes designing and fabricating ship models, propellers, and floating structures under static and dynamic conditions. In the survey area, BRIN conducts marine environmental studies and performs at-sea measurements of ship performance. The laboratory provides facilities for testing to carry out resistance, propulsion, seakeeping, maneuvering, cavitation, and open-water tests. Simulation and numerical analysis services are also available to support design validation and performance optimization through computational methods. BRIN also offers specialized training programs in hydrodynamic technologies and marine engineering to strengthen human resource capacity in the maritime sector.

Bullet-Resistant Steel Based on Lateritic Nickel Ore is an innovative material developed from limonitic laterite nickel ore. Designed specifically for ballistic application, this material combines exceptional hardness (~650 HB) with outstanding ductility (31.3% elongation). A rare mechanical pairing in conventional protective steels.

Through an efficient production chain, Nickel Pig Iron (NPI) processing, steelmaking, and hot forming without special heat treatment, this material achieves high performance with low nickel content (≤1.8%), rivaling the performance of high-nickel ballistic steels.