September 27, 2016, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base - A research team in the 711th Human Performance Wing’s Airman Systems Directorate here focuses on how humans make reliance decisions with technology or, in other words, how human-machine trust is maintained and lost. At first glance, this may seem like a small feat, but Dr. Joseph Lyons, a Human Trust and Interaction … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2016
Carderock Wants Researchers to Patent and Technology Transfer Their Inventions
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016, WEST BETHESDA, Md. (NNS) - Potential inventors from Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division attended a training session on patent and technology transfer in West Bethesda, Maryland, Sept. 20. Dr. Joe Teter, director of technology transfer; and Dr. John Barkyoumb, director of strategic relations; both working in Carderock's Chief Technology … [Read more...]
Change in Season: Fall Weather Hazards
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016, by LT Sarah Janaro - Pumpkin spice lattes, apple picking, and football are all people seem to talk about these days. Yes, fall is here! While it is a beautiful and usually mild time of year, it can also bring unusual weather. Since fall is a transitional season, weather hazards seen during both warm and cold months, including hurricanes, wildfires, intense … [Read more...]
How To Prepare For Your First Deployment Away From Your Family
September 27, 2016, by Henry Kingston - Military life is tough but the notion of serving one’s country makes it a lot easier. People who are professionally engaged in the military are always aware that there will be a time, whether it is just at the start of their service or some time later, that they will be deployed in an area where they will be away from their family for … [Read more...]
5 Key Reminders from the Federal Voting Assistance Program during Absentee Voting Week
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016, Alexandria, Va. - With less than two months until the General Election on Nov. 8, absentee voters are beginning to receive their State ballots. During Absentee Voting Week, Sept. 26 through Oct. 3, the Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) reminds military and overseas citizens to vote their ballot as soon as possible and to follow up to ensure that that … [Read more...]