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DOD Lab Day 2019
At the 2019 DOD Lab Day April 25, 2019, Maj. Elizabeth DeNeve, a program manager for the ESPA Augmented Geosynchronous Laboratory Experiment (EAGLE), asked kids to think about the ways they use space on a daily basis, for instance through GPS navigation and communication tools (satellite TV and radio). She translated this basic understanding into explaining how the Air Force is working to make space more affordable and accessible for future generations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Keith Lewis)
DOD Lab Day 2019
Air Force Chief Scientist Dr. Richard Joseph, right, stopped by DOD Lab Day to learn more about AFRL technologies. Bryan Foos, a materials engineer, explains how the Terahertz Probe, a quality assurance tool, improves aerospace coating measurement capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo/Keith Lewis)
DOD Lab Day 2019
During opening remarks at DOD Lab Day April 25, 2019, , Dr. Michael Griffin, undersecretary of defense for research and engineering emphasized the purpose of the Defense Laboratory Enterprise, which includes defense laboratories, warfare centers and engineering centers.“We need to remember that our goal is always, ultimately, mission impact,” he said. “Our customer is the American warfighter.” (U.S. Air Force photo/Keith Lewis)
DOD Lab Day 2019
The Air Force Research Laboratory displayed advancements in 13 different technology areas at the Department of Defense Lab Day April 25, 2019, in the Pentagon center courtyard. Scientists, engineers and communicators from AFRL were on hand to answer questions and relay how these technologies address current and future military needs. (U.S. Air Force photo/Keith Lewis)
Bio-inspired: Crickets, bats inspire AFRL researchers to develop smart ‘hair’ sensors for flight
Researchers at the Materials and Manufacturing Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory, have developed a novel, lightweight artificial hair sensor that mimics those used by natural fliers—like bats and crickets—by using carbon nanotube forests grown inside glass fiber capillaries. The hairs are sensitive to air flow changes during flight, enabling quick analysis and response by agile fliers. (Air Force courtesy photo).
Metals Affordability Initiative brings together Air Force and industry for greater innovation, agility
Through a Metals Affordability Initiative project, AFRL and industry partners study advanced techniques to reduce cost and lead time for the production of aerospace metallic components. The Air Force Research Laboratory-managed MAI effort helps ensure the advancement of metals technologies for the betterment of the both the warfighter and participating partners. (Photo courtesy of The Boeing Company)
AFRL, AFLCMC hold dual change of command
Gen. Ellen M. Pawlikowski, Air Force Materiel Command commander, presents the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center flag to Lt. Gen. Robert D. McMurry, Jr. as he assumes command of the center May 2, 2017, during a ceremony in the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
AFRL’s Advanced Power Technology Office efficiently ‘lifts’ C-5 maintainers
The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Advanced Power Technology Office is in the process of testing a newly designed hybrid electric and battery powered mobile dock system for C-5 maintenance at Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex.The new system integrates ‘clean’ technology and has the potential to save maintenance time while increasing operational readiness of Air Force platforms. (U.S. Air Force Courtesy Photo)
AFRL’s Advanced Power Technology Office helps ‘lighten’ C-5 energy footprint with composite technology
The RAM Air Inlet is located beneath the wing of an aircraft where it takes in outside air to feed cooling systems during flight. The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Advanced Power Technology Office is in the process of testing a new, lightweight composite RAM Air Inlet system for the C-5M Super Galaxy Transport Aircraft intended to replace legacy air inlets, providing a lightweight, cost-effective alternative to maintain the fleet. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
AFRL Materials and Manufacturing Directorate Open House highlights a century of success
Capt. Nathaniel Opie (center) and Manny Gonzales (right) instruct visitors at the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Materials and Manufacturing Directorate Open House on basic aerodynamics and flight. More than 200 guests, family members and friends of the laboratory participated in the inaugural Open House event, held in celebration of its 100 year anniversary this year. (U.S. Air Force photo/David Dixon) EDITOR'S NOTE: Parental Minor Release signed 12 April 2017
AFRL Materials and Manufacturing Directorate Open House highlights a century of success
A budding scientist explores some research tools on display during the Materials and Manufacturing Directorate Open House, April 7. More than 200 guests, family members and friends of the laboratory participated in the inaugural Open House event, held in celebration of its 100 year anniversary this year. (U.S. Air Force photo/David Dixon) EDITOR'S NOTE: Parental Minor Release signed 12 April 2017
AFRL Materials and Manufacturing Directorate Open House highlights a century of success
Dr. Christopher Tabor discusses potential applications of liquid metal alloys during the Materials and Manufacturing Directorate Open House, April 7. More than 200 guests, family members and friends of the laboratory participated in the inaugural Open House event, held in celebration of its 100 year anniversary this year. (U.S. Air Force photo/David Dixon)
AFRL Materials and Manufacturing Directorate Open House highlights a century of success
Dr. Abigail Juhl, a researcher in the functional materials branch,experiments with her daughter in the STEM outreach area during the inaugural Air Force Research Laboratory's Materials and Manufacturing Directorate Open House, April 7. More than 200 guests, family members and friends participated in the directorate's inaugural Open House event, held in celebration of its 100 year anniversary this year. (U.S. Air Force photo/David Dixon) EDITOR'S NOTE: Parental Minor Release signed 12 April 2017
Linking form with function: AFRL’s flex team drives future tech capabilities for the warfighter
Dr. Christopher Tabor discusses potential applications of liquid metal alloys. A member of the Flexible Materials and Processes team at the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Materials and Manufacturing Directorate, Tabor’s team is exploring possible uses of liquid metals for stretchable and reconfigurable electronics for the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo / David Dixon)
AFRL’s Advanced Power Technology Office helps ‘lighten’ C-5 energy footprint with composite technology
A maintainer removes an air inlet on the underside of the wing of a C-5M Super Galaxy Transport Aircraft during a periodic maintenance cycle. The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Advanced Power Technology Office is in the process of testing a new, lightweight composite RAM Air Inlet system that is intended to replace legacy air inlets, mitigating corrosion issues while providing a lightweight, cost-effective solution to help maintain the fleet. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
AFRL’s Energy and Environment Team wins top Air Force acquisition leadership award
The Air Force Forward Operating Base of the Future demonstration focuses on alternative energy sources such as smart controllers, microgrids, advanced batteries and solar cells to ensure operational energy sources exist to power the Air Force global mission. The project also evaluates energy reduction technologies such as shelter insulation and efficient HVACs. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Jason Goins)
AFRL’s Advanced Power Technology Office helps ‘lighten’ C-5 energy footprint with composite technology
The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Advanced Power Technology Office is testing a new, lightweight composite RAM Air Inlet system (right) for the C-5M Super Galaxy Transport Aircraft. The new part is intended to replace legacy air inlets, mitigating corrosion issues while providing a lightweight, cost-effective solution to help maintain the fleet. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
Next generation coatings booth poised to save Air Force millions in energy
A next generation F-35 coatings application booth at Hill Air Force Base is set to become initially operational by October 2017. The state-of-the-art coatings booth project, led by the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Advanced Power Technology Office, is expected to save more than $330,000 annually in energy through the employment of advanced sensors, control logic and sophisticated software analysis tools to monitor and improve performance over the lifetime of the complex. (U.S. Air Force Courtesy Photo)
AFRL researcher named International Society for Optics and Photonics fellow
Dr. Dean Evans, Advanced Development Team Leader, in the Photonics Materials Branch, Materials and Manufacturing Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory, will be formally named a SPIE Fellow in an upcoming ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo)
AFRL engineer inducted into Air Force Safety Hall of Fame
Dr. Jeffrey Calcaterra, the Structural Materials Evaluation Team Lead in the Systems Support Division, Materials and Manufacturing Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory, has been selected as the newest inductee into the Air Force Safety Hall of Fame. The award recognizes individuals who have made contributions of enduring and significant impact to Air Force safety and mishap prevention. (U.S. Air Force Courtesy Photo)