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  • Fly Hearing Mechanism a Model for Future UAV Capabilities

    Dr. Miao Yu, an AFRL-funded professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Maryland, is using the hearing mechanism of flies as a model for researching miniature acoustic sensors and sound localization techniques. The research could benefit the Air Force by leading to the development of an

  • Controls-Oriented Hypersonic Vehicle Modeling Earns Acclaim

    AFRL Air Vehicles Directorate scientist Dr. David Doman earned the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) Silver Medal for his work on a controls-based modeling approach for air-breathing hypersonic vehicles. One of the world's most respected professional societies, RAeS presents this award for

  • RCC Tool Assures Aircraft Material Integrity and Performance

    Working with industry partners, AFRL developed and effectively demonstrated the "R-Card Characterization" (RCC) tool, a ruggedized handheld nondestructive evaluation (NDE) technology. The tool collects real-time measurements indicating the electrical properties of specialty materials covered by the

  • Technology Sweetens Air Force Interest in Biomass Research

    A lab-funded Virginia Tech scientist is conducting research that will lead to the creation of low-cost hydrogen gas from sugars, a capability that could eventually help decrease greenhouse gas emissions and simultaneously increase energy utilization efficiency. A research team led by Dr. Percival

  • Overcoming Antenna-Induced Bias in GPS Measurements

    An Ohio State University research team led by AFRL-funded scientist Dr. Inder J. Gupta developed very efficient approaches vital to the growth of global navigation satellite systems. The team conducted both the theoretical work and the practical work, the outcome of which are key techniques for

  • Experimental No-Load Test of Powerful Electrodynamic Generator a Success

    AFRL researchers completed an experimental no-load test of a 2.5 MW electrodynamic generator. Weighing in at just 360 lbs, the small but power-dense unit emerged as part of a Small Business Innovation Research effort by Electrodynamics Associates to develop a generator meeting directed energy

  • Microwave Electrothermal Thrusters for Improved Satellites and Spaceflight

    AFRL-funded research of microwave electrothermal thruster (MET) technology may lead to higher-performing miniaturized electric propulsion systems for satellites and other spacecraft. The Pennsylvania State Universitybased team found that using a thruster powered by a microwave generator creates a

  • Breakthrough Earplug Protects Hearing and Boosts Communications

    AFRL-sponsored research has led to an earplug that not only revolutionizes hearing protection for Air Force (AF) pilots and flight crews, but could meanwhile improve their radio communications. The groundbreaking research, led by Dr. Laura Ray (Dartmouth College Thayer School of Engineering),

  • 5th annual spring motorcycle event

    Base motorcycle enthusiasts are invited to gather at the National Museum of the United States Air Force May 29 to participate in the 5th annual spring motorcycle event. The activities are scheduled to kick off at 9:15 a.m. with remarks from Maj. Gen. Thomas Owen, director of logistics and