Sept. 2, 2020 Looking Back: Winged Missiles, 1950-1975 The latter part of WWII and beyond saw a significant development in weapons technology. Among them, long range missile development. The Germans proved to the world that they could use the V-1 and V-2 rockets to strike targets from a long distance. After the war, the United States put forth a great
Sept. 2, 2020 Hybrid nanomaterials hold promise for improved ceramic composites Researchers at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base are seeking to patent a novel process for manufacturing a type of material called preceramic polymer-grafted nanoparticles, or “hairy nanoparticles” (HNP).
Sept. 2, 2020 AFRL virtual town hall addresses COVID-19, U.S. Space Force, Air Force S&T Strategy WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The coronavirus pandemic, the United States Space Force and the Air Force Science and Technology Strategy were among the many topics covered during a virtual town hall, Aug. 21.Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle, AFRL Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kennon Arnold,
Sept. 2, 2020 Bouncer Bot lends robotic hand to defenders A robotic workhorse has been assisting the 66th Security Forces Squadron here during the past month. Bouncer Bot, a remote process automated robot software, has been assisting Hanscom defenders at the Visitor Control Center complete background security checks on guests entering the installation.
Sept. 2, 2020 Robins H.O.P.E.: Help is available The H.O.P.E campaign, which began at Robins Air Force Base in early 2020, was created to break down the barriers of fear and anxiety that often prevent Airmen from having hope and seeking help when they are at their lowest.
Sept. 2, 2020 Test launch demonstrates safe, ready Minuteman III deterrent The test demonstrates that the United States’ nuclear deterrent is safe, secure, reliable and effective to deter twenty-first century threats and reassure U.S. allies. Test launches are not a response or reaction to world events or regional tensions.
Sept. 2, 2020 DHA launches new Air Force military hospital and clinic websites The transition to the TRICARE.mil domain incorporates new layouts and adds helpful features to enhance the user experience and provide easier access to information about the local military hospital or clinic and the TRICARE benefit in one place.
Sept. 2, 2020 AFSC Commander offers Labor Day Message to the Workforce Monday, we will celebrate Labor Day, a day to recognize you—the Air Force Sustainment Center workforce and its faithful work throughout the year.
Sept. 2, 2020 Election season do's and don'ts for DOD personnel It's election season again – that time when federal, state and local political campaigns kick into high gear.
Sept. 2, 2020 Don't wait: Make plans as National Preparedness Month begins The 778th Emergency Services Squadron at Robins Air Force Base is encouraging the community to heed the warning of this year’s National Preparedness Month theme: Disasters Don’t Wait. Make Your Plan Today.