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Sept. 25, 2015
AFRL seeking to advance a new breed of electronics through manufacturing institute

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is paving the way for a new class of innovative military and commercial tools through the establishment of the Flexible Hybrid Electronics Manufacturing Innovation Institute (FHE-MII).The FHE-MII is one of seven manufacturing institutes currently established
Sept. 25, 2015
AFRL Det 16 Commander Braves Cold Water and Jelly Fish to Raise Money for International Charity

On Tuesday, September 15, Colonel Tim Lawrence, Commander of AFRL Detachment 16, stepped into the cool waters off the shore of Jersey, UK with one purpose: to compete in an 800-meter swim relay and raise money for war-wounded servicemen and women. The event which takes place annually in Jersey--a
Sept. 25, 2015
Air Force Research Laboratory to recognize its best and brightest scientists and engineers

Seven outstanding Air Force Research Laboratory scientists and engineers (S&Es) will be honored as AFRL Fellows Oct. 22 for their exceptional contributions to advancing technologies for the warfighter. This elite professional cadre is comprised of distinguished and exceptional S&Es, representing
Sept. 21, 2015
Wright-Patterson Remembers... 'the fallen'

Fourteen years ago our nation changed - 2,753 people were killed, ranging in age from 2 to 85 years old on Sept. 11 when two aircraft crashed into the World Trade Center Towers in Manhattan, another aircraft crashed into the Pentagon, and a fourth aircraft, headed for Washington, D.C., crashed near
Sept. 19, 2015
19th Air Force Marathon kicked off at Wright-Patt

Thousands of runners and spectators from across the country and around the world descended on the grounds of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, for the 19th annual U.S. Air Force Marathon, Sept. 19.Gen. Ellen Pawlikowski, commander of Air Force Materiel
Sept. 18, 2015
Marathon Gate Hours

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base will host the 2015 Air Force Marathon on Saturday, Sept. 19 on the grounds of the National Museum of the United States Air Force.During the event, please be aware of the following gate and road closures: Gate 1A (Fairborn): Closed from 5:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Gate 12A
Sept. 17, 2015
Air Force generals are true brothers in arms

For about 45 days, the Air Force has two Brig. Gen. Holts in service to the nation.In a ceremony Sept. 14 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Brig. Gen. Blaine Holt, deputy, U.S. Military Representative to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, assisted with the pin-on ceremony of his
Sept. 17, 2015
Three AFRL Scientists and Engineers to be Recognized at the 27th Annual HENAAC STEM Career Conference

For nearly three decades now, Great Minds in STEM, a non-profit organization focusing on STEM educational awareness programs, has identified and showcased the achievements of the nation's most talented scientists and engineers within the Hispanic community. This year's honorees include three AFRL
Sept. 17, 2015
Tech Warrior participants arrive untested on the battlefield; leave as technological warriors

There is an old saying that "If you want to understand why someone thinks or acts the way they do, try walking a mile in their shoes." The Air Force Research Laboratory's Tech Warrior 2015 exercise held Sept. 9-17 at Wright State University's National Center for Medical Readiness (NCMR) in
Sept. 16, 2015
AFRL providing cost-effective inspection solutions for turbine engine aircraft

Aircraft engine inspections are an essential part of maintaining a healthy and reliable fleet. However, the inspection process is often labor-intensive and challenging, and parts are often replaced before their serviceable life is over. The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Materials and