News

Dec. 19, 2008
Lab-Funded MIT Research Enhances Quantum Computers

AFRL-sponsored research ongoing at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is accelerating the development of quantum computers. Quantum computing helps the Air Force pursue important capabilities in cryptoanalysis, or "code breaking"; microwave electronics; and materials science. The
Dec. 19, 2008
e-LINCS Advances Information Technologies for Aerospace and Defense Suppliers

AFRL engineers recently concluded an effort culminating in the establishment of e-LINCS, a program geared towards creating an "Electronic Industry-Wide Network for Characteristics and Specifications." The premise of the e-LINCS initiative was to establish a set of universally accessible tools
Dec. 16, 2008
WPAFB to sponsor FIRST LEGO League tournaments

The Educational Outreach Office here will co-sponsor the FIRST LEGO® League (FLL) Regional Tournament at the Wright State University Student Union, Saturday, Dec. 20. This tournament is one of ten regional state qualifying events taking place in Toledo, Canton, Columbus, Dayton and Cincinnati during
Dec. 10, 2008
Physicist Honored for Groundbreaking Book and Research

Renowned physical optics author and AFOSR-supported researcher, Dr. Emil Wolf, received the 2008 Joseph W. Goodman Award for his book, "Introduction to the Theory of Coherence and Polarization of Light," which set a precedent by providing a unified treatment of coherence and polarization. Honoree
Dec. 10, 2008
AFOSR Promotes Continued Interest in Air Force and DoD Research Opportunities

As an avid supporter of basic research and a vital component of the Air Force Research Laboratory, the Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) makes a concerted effort to capitalize on opportunities to promote their mission and the benefits of Department of Defense research opportunities to
Dec. 10, 2008
Wright-Patterson first to reach Star status

Wright-Patterson became the first active-duty Air Force base to earn the Star award Tuesday, joining other prestigious companies across the nation in the highest level of recognition under the Occupational Safety & Health Administration's Voluntary Protection Program. More than two years ago, the
Dec. 10, 2008
Advances in Holographic Impedance Surfaces for Antennas

AFRL-funded researchers at HRL Laboratories, LLC, are working to develop holographic impedance surfaces for antennas, a capability that will enhance aircraft aerodynamics and antenna (i.e., radar) performance alike. The team of industry scientists, led by Dr. Daniel F. Sievenpiper, is employing an
Dec. 10, 2008
Base to celebrate 105th anniversary of first flight

A ceremony to celebrate the 105th anniversary of the Wright brothers' first flight will take place at the Wright Brothers Memorial here Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 10 a.m. Col. Bradley D. Spacy, 88th Air Base Wing commander, will host the ceremony. Retired Col. Michael L. Heil, president and chief
Dec. 9, 2008
AF Research on Nanoscale-Sized Atomic Structures May Lead to Smaller Computers

A celebrated electrical and computer engineering professor at Johns Hopkins University is conducting AFOSR-supported research about the "miniaturization" of electronic chips, which would allow for lighter, smaller and faster computers for the Air Force. Dr. Alexander Kaplan's work in quantum
Dec. 9, 2008
Exercise sends base Airmen to Asia deployment

More than 200 base Airmen simulated mass deployment to an air base in Asia Dec. 8 during the latest in a series of exercises to ready for the Operational Readiness Inspection. The scenario - designed by base readiness officials and not tied to current real-world events - required personnel and