Tardigrades are micro-animals, ranging from .05 to 1.2 millimeters (.002 to .05 inches) long, known as moss piglets or water bears. They are capable of…
VR for Defense Training, Testing and Field Application
Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) have various defense advantages. The U.S. Army and Air Force employ the technologies to save costs, apply flexible…
The Defense Community Turns to Artificial Intelligence
The U.S. Army and Air Force are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) for improved combat, task efficiency, vehicle maintenance, robotic field support and troop safety.…
Going Out of This World with NASA
Overview NASA needed a solution for their robotic arm on the space shuttle. Astronauts on the shuttle couldn’t operate the arm unless they were able…
The Air Force’s AI Fleet of the Future
Unmanned combat aerial vehicles (UCAVs), also known as drones, have been used in military operations for decades. Through remote control, they have been launched in…
SOSA for Defense Sensors & Communication
Sensor communications systems are growing in complexity. For the defense industry, these systems are costly in terms of physical space, power usage and updates that…
Improving Airport Working Conditions with IoT
While IoT can improve the air travel experience for passengers, the technology can be a boon to airline employees as well. Smart Watches for Restroom…
The Rough Edge of Rugged Computing
Rough around the edges. Cutting edge. On the ragged edge. You’d think that an edge device by nature would be able to withstand intense environments.…