Air Force Research Laboratory

AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY

AFRL leads the discovery, development and delivery of warfighting technologies for our air, space and cyberspace forces. We’re pushing the boundaries and creating a new tomorrow through unparalleled research.

Learn more about our careers, technologies, events and initiatives: www.AFResearchLab.com

AFRL Leadership


Maj. Gen. William T. Cooley Commander	Col. Elena M. Oberg Vice Commander	Jack Blackhurst Executive Director


Dr. Paul Antonik Chief Technology Officer (Acting)	Brig. Gen. Douglas S. Martin Mobilization Assistant	Chief Master Sgt. Kennon D. Arnold Command Chief

AFRL News

AFRL commander introduces new AF Science and Technology Strategy
Air Force Transition Accelerator demonstrates fast, smart approach to partnering with small businesses
AFRL leads Pro-Bowl Sprint to enhance contract award process
Air Force Pitch Day leans on Hanscom
Air Force Research Laboratory, partnered with Wright Brothers Institute, announce International “Swarm and Search AI Challenge”
Air Force aims to boost cooperative technology development between small businesses and research institutions to solve warfighter challenges
Air Force moves at the speed of startups with 100 contract awards in 40 hours
Tactical training environment provides robust test capability for operators and technologists
Scientists and engineers train like warfighters during annual Operation Tech Warrior event
New podcast targets Air Force contracting, acquisition fields
Air Force-sponsored event provides operational testing environment for record number of small business participants
Air Force expands use of express licensing
Unique chamber brings real-world corrosion test capabilities to AFRL
Record number attend 13th annual Dayton Defense Wright Dialogue with Industry
VCSAF calls for national effort to effect strategy
Boston small business develops impact-detecting garments for warfighters to assist combat medics
AFRL researchers answer AFWERX Fusion Challenge
Air Force awards $23.9 million contract for continued development of technology to expose threats to and defects in communications system
Small businesses push warfighter solutions through participation in expanded Tech Warrior enterprise
New wargame analysis tool will boost long-term mission success
New satellite communication technology positioned for widespread use
AFRL and small business develop game-based, virtual fighter aircraft maintenance training
Air Force expands key resource for small businesses to mature technology
Tech Warrior participants walk in the shoes of battlefield Airmen
Event provides opportunity for Air Force SBIR/STTR companies, other small businesses, to refine technology
New technology shows promise for ground ops to sidestep GPS jamming threats
AF SBIR/STTR program solves problems for major commands, strengthens economy through small business growth
Out of the lab and into the front office: Researchers boosting Air Force technology commercialization through new path to business ownership
Air Force and Michigan State University research results in programmable MEMS developments
AF Technology Transfer Program office links technology with the mission and marketplace
Small Business Innovation Research project results in robotic technology for F-22 intake coating restoration process
AFRL Business & Technology showcase unites government, academic, private sectors
Air Force technology poised to dramatically improve civilian emergency management operations
Maker Hub turns researchers into builders
Video marketing company builds business model around Air Force intelligence tool
AFRL: Transforming technology, education and the economy


	Take a look into the evolution of the laboratories that would one day meld into One Air Force Research Laboratory. Since its beginnings at McCook Field in 1917, AFRL's science and technology pioneers have understood that research is the key to air supremacy and to keeping the U.S. Air Force the best in the world. The Century Series celebrates the Air Force Research Laboratory and its predecessor laboratories’ first 100 years as a leader in the development of advanced aerospace science and technology.

AFRL Inspire

AFRL Inspire is a series of talks which seeks to energize and motivate the current and next generation of Air Force scientists and engineers. Inspired by the popular TED Talks series, AFRL Inspire consists of presentations by AFRL researchers who have made important discoveries, solved complex technical challenges, developed new USAF capabilities, and directly impacted the safety and mission success of the warfighter.

Visit the AFRL You Tube Channel to check out Inspire, the AFRL Century Series, and more.