RTPPortfolio

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RTP Portfolio

RTP portfolio — Chase directed energy programs

PROGRAM Classified Programs

01 Executive_Summary

The RTP (Revolutionary Technology Portfolio) represents the assessed classified program portfolio managed by Charles Chase, formerly of Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®. Following the public 'cancellation' of the CFR program in 2020, Chase's organization continued under classified auspices, encompassing compact fusion, plasma, and 'can't-believe-it's-possible' propulsion technologies.

03 Deep_Dive_Intelligence

Intelligence Summary: RTP Portfolio

Node Identity: The RTP (Revolutionary Technology Portfolio) represents the assessed classified program portfolio managed by Charles Chase, formerly of Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®. Following the public 'cancellation' of the CFR program in 2020, Chase's organization continued under classified auspices, encompassing compact fusion, plasma, and 'can't-believe-it's-possible' propulsion technologies.

Strategic Relevance: The RTP Portfolio represents the continuity mechanism for the CFR program after its public cancellation. Charles Chase, who served as the sanctioned public messenger for the CFR program (2013 'Solve for X' presentation), transitioned to manage the classified successor portfolio. The portfolio's scope—compact fusion, plasma, and exotic propulsion—directly matches the CFR program's technology base, confirming that the 'cancellation' was a cover for classified continuation. The RTP Portfolio is assessed to be the $1.6B classified aeronautics program at Skunk Works, representing the platform component of the three-program architecture.

Technical Focus / Capabilities:

Compact Fusion: Continuation of CFR T4-T8 development path under classified funding, building on T4B results (55% plasma loss reduction, 2019).
Plasma Technology: Directed energy and plasma weapons applications of FRC physics, potentially including the orb weapon system.
Exotic Propulsion: 'Can't-believe-it's-possible' propulsion technologies including inertial mass reduction (Pais Effect) and propellant-less maneuvering (Banduric).
Platform Integration: Integration of compact fusion power, plasma weapons, and exotic propulsion into a fielded aerospace platform—the 'generation-after-next' aircraft beyond F-47 NGAD.
Power & Plasma Team: Continued hiring at Palmdale Skunk Works through 2026 for 'future air platforms' and 'generation-after-next capabilities.'

Network Linkage: The RTP Portfolio's network position connects the public CFR program to its classified continuation. Charles Chase founded RTP after serving as CFR public messenger—the 2013 'Solve for X' presentation was the public face of what became the classified portfolio. The $1.6B classified aeronautics program at Skunk Works (2024-2025 losses) is assessed to be the RTP Portfolio's platform component. The Power & Plasma Team hiring at Palmdale (2026) confirms the program is alive 6 years after CFR 'cancellation.' The nimitz-uap-loiter connection suggests the RTP platform is the orb-class vehicle observed in UAP encounters. The Node16BClassifiedProgram connection confirms the $1.6B in losses corresponds to the RTP Portfolio's classified platform development. The Knuth UAP Network's 'Wakanda Hypothesis'—that advanced U.S. tech explains some UAP—directly references the RTP Portfolio as the potential source of 'advanced US tech.'

04 Network_Linkage

RTP Portfolio's network position as classified continuation of the CFR program:

CFR Program: RTP still hiring 2026 — 6 years after CFR cancellation. Program alive. Chase founded RTP as classified successor.
Charles Chase: Founder. Former CFR public messenger (2013 Solve for X). Transitioned to classified portfolio management.
Skunk Works: Power & Plasma Team at Palmdale — 'future air platforms.' RTP operates within Skunk Works classified infrastructure.
Node16BClassifiedProgram: $1.6B in losses on classified aeronautics program = RTP Portfolio platform component.
Nimitz UAP Loiter: 'Generation-after-next capabilities' for 'future air platforms' = orb-class platform observed in UAP encounters.
F-47 NGAD: F-47 is next-gen. Power & Plasma Team is 'generation-after-next' — BEYOND F-47.
Knuth UAP Network: Knuth's 'Wakanda Hypothesis' = the RTP Portfolio could be the 'advanced US tech' explaining some UAP.
Lockheed RTP 2026 Hiring: Power & Plasma Team (2026 hiring) = continuation of Chase's organization.

05 Related_Entities (8)

Skunk Works® CFR Program

event →

CFR was 1 of 12 RTP product lines

Power & Plasma Team

program →

RTP is the parent org of Power & Plasma Team

Lockheed RTP 2026 Hiring

program →

Chase founded RTP. Power & Plasma Team (2026 hiring) = continuation of Chase's organization

$1.6B Classified Program

program →

Chase's RTP portfolio (compact fusion, plasma, 'can't-believe-it's-possible' propulsion) = the $1.6B classified program

Eos Atomics

organisation →

Chase lists 'novel particle, neutral, and intelligent wave front beams — we build our own beams.' Eos Atomics builds NBI (neutral beams).

Nolan Brain Damage

person ←

Nolan + Puthoff + Chase all at NSF Interagency Meeting (November 2024). UAP biological effects + UAP history + compact fusion.

NSF Convergence (Nov 2024)

event ←

Chase (RTP founder, compact fusion) keynote speaker at NSF meeting

AAWSAP 38 DIRDs

program ←

38 DIRDs cover same tech family as RTP: compact fusion, advanced propulsion, metamaterials, signature reduction

05b Related_Topics (6)

Field-Reversed Configuration

usa → russia → china → japan → israel →

Compact Fusion Reactor

usa → china → israel →

Directed Energy

usa → russia → china → israel → uk → germany → france → japan →

Plasma Propulsion

usa → russia → china → japan →

UAP Investigation

usa →

Patent Analysis

usa →

07 Key_Findings

▸ Purpose: RTP portfolio — Chase directed energy programs
▸ → Eos Atomics (organisation): Chase lists 'novel particle, neutral, and intelligent wave front beams — we build our own beams.' Eos Atomics builds NBI (neutral beams).
▸ ← Nolan Brain Damage (assessment): Nolan + Puthoff + Chase all at NSF Interagency Meeting (November 2024). UAP biological effects + UAP history + compact fusion.
▸ → $1.6B Classified Program (assessment): Chase's RTP portfolio (compact fusion, plasma, 'can't-believe-it's-possible' propulsion) = the $1.6B classified program
▸ ← AAWSAP 38 DIRDs (assessment): 38 DIRDs cover same tech family as RTP: compact fusion, advanced propulsion, metamaterials, signature reduction

08 Intelligence_Analysis

RTP Portfolio

Purpose: RTP portfolio — Chase directed energy programs Category: Program Assessment This node tracks the status and trajectory of RTP Portfolio as a defense program element. It links to 8 related entities, mapping the program's position within the classified acquisition ecosystem.

Key Relationships

→ Eos Atomics (organisation): Chase lists 'novel particle, neutral, and intelligent wave front beams — we build our own beams.' Eos Atomics builds NBI (neutral beams).
← Nolan Brain Damage (assessment): Nolan + Puthoff + Chase all at NSF Interagency Meeting (November 2024). UAP biological effects + UAP history + compact fusion.
→ $1.6B Classified Program (assessment): Chase's RTP portfolio (compact fusion, plasma, 'can't-believe-it's-possible' propulsion) = the $1.6B classified program
← AAWSAP 38 DIRDs (assessment): 38 DIRDs cover same tech family as RTP: compact fusion, advanced propulsion, metamaterials, signature reduction
→ Lockheed RTP 2026 Hiring (assessment): Chase founded RTP. Power & Plasma Team (2026 hiring) = continuation of Chase's organization
← NSF Convergence (Nov 2024) (assessment): Chase (RTP founder, compact fusion) keynote speaker at NSF meeting

Plus 2 additional connections.

09 Timeline_Mentions (1)

2024

Chase resume reveals RTP portfolio: Compact Fusion, plasma systems, 'can't-believe-it's-possible' propulsion

Explicit technology list: Compact Fusion, plasma power, novel beams, breakthrough propulsion. Chase + Puthoff at NSF meeting. RTP = $15M/year, 50+ team members.

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10 FAQ

What is RTP Portfolio? ▾

Identity: The RTP (Revolutionary Technology Portfolio) represents the assessed classified program portfolio managed by Charles Chase, formerly of Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®. Following the public 'cancellation' of the CFR program in 2020, Chase's organization continued under classified auspices, encompassing compact fusion, plasma, and 'can't-believe-it's-possible' propulsion technologies.

What role does RTP Portfolio play in the research network? ▾

RTP Portfolio is classified under the "Classified Programs" category, serving as RTP portfolio — Chase directed energy programs. RTP Portfolio's network position as classified continuation of the CFR program: * **CFR Program:** RTP still hiring 2026 — 6 years after CFR cancellation. Program alive. Chase founded RTP as...

What evidence supports the RTP Portfolio assessment? ▾

The intelligence assessment for RTP Portfolio is supported by 4 primary sources. Key sources include "Lockheed Martin Compact Fusion Reactor - Wikipedia", "Charles Chase on energy for everyone - Solve for X (Google/X, The Moonshot Factory)", and "Lockheed records $1.6B in losses, mostly linked to continued strife on classified aero program - Breaking Defense". These documents provide the evidentiary basis for the analysis.

How does RTP Portfolio connect to other entities in the network? ▾

RTP Portfolio is connected to 8 entities in the intelligence network, including Skunk Works® CFR Program (event), Power & Plasma Team (program), and Lockheed RTP 2026 Hiring (program). Key relationships: Skunk Works® CFR Program: CFR was 1 of 12 RTP product lines, Power & Plasma Team: RTP is the parent org of Power & Plasma Team, ; Lockheed RTP 2026 Hiring: Chase founded RTP. Power & Plasma Team (2026 hiring) = continuation of Chase's organization. RTP Portfolio's network position as classified continuation of the CFR program: * **CFR Program:** RTP still hiring 2026 — 6 years after CFR cancellation. Program alive. Chase founded RTP as...

What is the RTP Portfolio program? ▾

What organizations are involved in RTP Portfolio? ▾

RTP Portfolio involves 1 organization: Eos Atomics (Chase lists 'novel particle, neutral, and intelligent wave front beams — we build our own beams.' Eos Atomics builds NBI (neutral beams).).

What is the strategic context of RTP Portfolio? ▾

RTP Portfolio's network position as classified continuation of the CFR program: CFR Program: RTP still hiring 2026 — 6 years after CFR cancellation. Program alive. Chase founded RTP as classified successor. Charles Chase: Founder. Former CFR public messenger (2013 Solve for X). Transitioned to classified portfolio management. Skunk Works: Power...

How does RTP Portfolio fit into the broader intelligence network? ▾

What external sources document RTP Portfolio? ▾

RTP Portfolio is documented by 4 external sources, including 1 encyclopedia, 1 video, and 1 news article. Notable references include "Lockheed Martin Compact Fusion Reactor - Wikipedia", "Charles Chase on energy for everyone - Solve for X (Google/X, The Moonshot Factory)", and "Lockheed records $1.6B in losses, mostly linked to continued strife on classified aero program - Breaking Defense".

Why is RTP Portfolio considered classified or significant? ▾

What is the historical timeline for RTP Portfolio? ▾

RTP Portfolio is referenced across documents spanning 2013–2026, with activity noted in 2013, 2019, and 2020. This temporal range is derived from the primary source documents in the research archive.