Research
Integration Center

The headquarters and operational core of the George H.W. Bush Combat Development Complex, the Research Integration Center (RIC) was purpose-built to accelerate innovation. The RIC enables researchers, military personnel, industry partners, and academic teams to collaborate on emerging technologies in a secure, hands-on environment: a place where ideas can move quickly from concept to capability.

This three-story facility houses the infrastructure needed to support real-time experimentation, data analytics, and cross-domain collaboration. From advanced prototyping to cybersecurity evaluation, the RIC enables BCDC to conduct and share testing with other U.S. facilities, ensuring interoperability and mission relevance.

Prototyping Lab & Maker Space

The RIC’s Prototyping Lab and Maker Space are built for rapid iteration, hands-on development, and full-spectrum fabrication. Whether refining early-stage concepts or building or repairing field-ready prototypes, teams have access to advanced machining, additive manufacturing, welding, and electronics workstations, all under one roof.

  • Advanced CNC machining and lathe systems for precision milling and turning
  • Class 7 Clean Room with a Class 8 gowning room for sensitive fabrication and assembly
  • Electronics workstations with DC power supplies, waveform generators, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers for circuit testing and diagnostics
  • Laser Lab featuring dual 4’x8’ vibration control tables for precision optical and laser-based experimentation

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    • Machine Shop
    Electronics Lab
    Laser Lab
    Clean Room

    High Bays & Motor Pool Access

    Four (4) open and two (2) secure high bays provide large-format workspace for assembling and testing full-scale systems. A 5-ton overhead crane and direct access to a secure motor pool with fuel points (diesel and gas) enable seamless transitions between lab work and field testing.

    Four (4) Open High Bays
    Two (2) Secure High Bays

    Fusion Cell & Data Analysis Center

    The Fusion Cell is a real-time operations and visualization hub. Featuring a wall-sized display of live video feeds — thermal imagery, analytics, and map overlays — it supports distributed testing across BCDC’s facilities, including the IPG and BAM Range.

    Specialists manage data collection, storage, analysis, and sharing, while cybersecurity experts evaluate system resilience under test.

    Data Analysis Center & Fusion Wall

    Conference & Office Space

    The RIC offers flexible workspace for government, industry, and academic teams, including secure offices, collaborative areas, and conference rooms.

    • Dedicated Workspace
    Conference Areas
    The Research Integration Center (RIC) is the headquarters and operational core of the George H.W. Bush Combat Development Complex on the A&M-RELLIS Campus.

    Research
    Integration Center

    The headquarters and operational core of the George H.W. Bush Combat Development Complex, the Research Integration Center (RIC) was purpose-built to accelerate innovation. The RIC enables researchers, military personnel, industry partners, and academic teams to collaborate on emerging technologies in a secure, hands-on environment: a place where ideas can move quickly from concept to capability.

    This three-story facility houses the infrastructure needed to support real-time experimentation, data analytics, and cross-domain collaboration. From advanced prototyping to cybersecurity evaluation, the RIC enables BCDC to conduct and share testing with other U.S. facilities, ensuring interoperability and mission relevance.