High-Strength, Conductive Adhesives a Sticky Proposition

AFRL Small Business Innovation Research contractor Luna Innovations developed novel aerospace adhesives technology in the form of these epoxy curing agent and conductive structural epoxy products. (AFRL image)

Metals Affordability Initiative: Technology Transition Through Collaboration

Graphically depicted structure of the Metals Affordability Initiative, an AFRL-managed consortium geared towards consolidating government/industry resources to reduce the costs and lead time associated with producing metallic aircraft components (Image courtesy of the MAI Consortium)

ManTech Outcome Vastly Improves Composite Material Durability

This illustration depicts the process needed for successfully transitioning a given material, in this case AFRL's novel erosion protection film technology. (AFRL image)

ManTech Outcome Vastly Improves Composite Material Durability

This illustration depicts the value proposition given for incorporating the AFRL-sponsored team's newly developed film for F-101 engine inlet guide vane erosion protection. (AFRL image)

Logo for TacSat-3

The 880-pound experimental Tactical Satellite-3 developed by Air Force Research Laboratory and launched in May 2009 transfers to operational status under the operational control of Air Force Space Command in June 2010. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

Aerospace Castings Inspection Enters the Digital Age

A government/industry collaboration triggered the transition from film-based to digital radiographic inspection of aerospace castings. Endorsed by ASTM International, the newly standardized method saves both money and time. Pictured is a standard reference image (top) displayed alongside a production radiograph (bottom). (AFRL image)