Defence Research Laboratories
DRL
1948 – 1953
Previously Munitions Supply Laboratories (1922–1948). Renamed Defence Standards Laboratories in 1953.
Defence laboratories at Maribyrnong, Victoria, renamed from the Munitions Supply Laboratories, that researched and tested explosives, metals, chemicals and other defence materials.
Names over time
- Munitions Supply Laboratories1922–1948
- Defence Research Laboratories1948–1953
- Defence Standards Laboratories1953–1974
- Materials Research Laboratories1974–1994
How it came into existence
Created in 1948 (the year is approximate) when the Munitions Supply Laboratories were renamed the Defence Research Laboratories; from 1949 they formed part of the Australian Defence Scientific Service of the Department of Supply and Development.
Changes during its life
- 1949Became part of the Australian Defence Scientific Service.
- 16 March 1950Moved to the new Department of Supply.
How it ended
Renamed the Defence Standards Laboratories in 1953 (the year is approximate).
Main functions
- Materials and explosives research
- Chemical and physical testing for the services
- Standards and inspection support
- Research for defence production
Where it sits
Last in the portfolio of Department of Supply.
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Sources
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