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Miller Advanced Research & Solutions Center

The Miller Advanced Research & Solutions (MARS) Center bridges the gap between research and development (R&D), and production manufacturing for hypersonic and aerospace applications.

We perform pilot-scale development, manufacturing, and testing of high-temperature composite materials for hypersonic applications.

You bring the problem, we develop it, test it, deliver the data, and your project is production ready with proof of performance. All our work is done in-house.

Check out what the MARS Center can accomplish for you, and get started on your project today.

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Facility Highlights

The MARS Center complies with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and follows Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 requirements for secure data management and handling.

Our unique facility is capable of a wide range of composite materials testing, manufacturing, and prototyping featuring:

  • 20,000-square-foot high bay facility
  • 2,500-degree Celsius maximum processing temperature
  • Vertically integrated carbon/carbon and ceramic matrix composite factory
  • Mach 8 Wind Tunnel (in progress)

Why MARS?

Here’s how our process works:

  1. Bring your problem: You provide a statement of work. We scope the project, provide a quote, and get it under contract. Our technical team is involved from the start.
  2. We do the work: Development, prototyping, testing, and characterization is all done in-house. We update you with regular check-ins, and we move fast because we have a small team without traditional bottlenecks.
  3. You get the data: We provide final deliverables, full reporting, and a clear technology transfer pathway. You walk away with the proof you need to move to production, and you keep the intellectual property (IP).

Start a Project

Ready to find out where the MARS Center can take you? Fill out our information form and we’ll reach out within 48 hours.

If you have already received a project cost estimate under $2,500, pay directly using our secure payment portal.

MARS Center Capabilities

Learn more about the MARS Center’s end-to-end, in-house composite manufacturing capabilities.

Full Equipment Capabilities

For Industry Partners

Every project at the MARS Center is worked on by students — high school and college — mentored by experienced industry professionals. 

When the project's done, those students know your materials, your processes, your standards, and they're ready for you to hire.

University Internships

Our internships are open to students from all universities.

 

Industrial Advisory Board

Industry partners shape the vision and strategy of the center. We develop curriculum and talent strategy to meet industry and government workforce needs.

Who We’ve Worked With

We’ve worked with various companies, such as:

Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center

Air Force Research Laboratory

Americarb

Idaho National Laboratory

Northrop Grymman

URSAMAJOR Fly Faster

x-bow

Reditus

…and many more.

About the MARS Center

The MARS Center opened in 2022, and operates through a partnership between Weber State University, Hill Air Force Base, and 47G.
It’s located at 633 Falcon Hill Dr., Clearfield, UT, adjacent to Hill Air Force Base.

Contact

Reach our executive director, Benjamin Garcia, at benjamingarcia2@weber.edu.
Connect with the Weber State College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology (EAST) on social media.