Carderock's End-of-the-Year Recap 2024 video, provides a reflection on the incredible moments and achievements that make work at Carderock so rewarding. 2024 was filled with remarkable milestones, and celebrated accomplishments. Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division remains committed to building a stronger future for the Navy.
By Alisha Tyer, NSWC Carderock Division Public Affairs
BETHESDA, Md. – An Annapolis, Maryland-based family team, Impulse Submarines, made a splash at the 2025 International Submarine Races (ISR 18), held June 23-27 at Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division’s historic David Taylor Model Basin. Competing as the sole independent entry among high school and university teams, the family showcased their custom-built human-powered submarine, Javelin 2.0.
Impulse Submarines is led by 16-year-old pilot and designer Quinn Barone. His parents, Elizabeth and Brian, served as divers, while younger brother Zane and grandfather Jerry were the land crew.
This marked the team’s second appearance at ISR, with Javelin 2.0...