JULY 14, 2017, MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. - From building drones to creating replacement parts for Assault Amphibious Vehicles, Marine Corps Systems Command is helping Marines stay abreast of innovative technology through modern 3-D printing techniques. The Marine Corps has greatly increased the exploration of 3-D printing (also known as additive manufacturing) and uses … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2017
Prototype Exoskeleton Suit Would Improve Soldiers’ Physical, Mental Performance
JULY 14, 2017, ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - Thanks to a new prototype exoskeleton suit being developed by the DOD-funded Warrior Web program, future Soldiers will be able to march longer, carry heavier gear and improve mental sharpness. The suit has pulleys and gears designed to prevent and reduce musculoskeletal injuries caused by the dynamic events typically experienced … [Read more...]
Three Factors For Military Families And Military Mortgage Customers To Consider When Refinancing, by Andy May, COO, AAFMAA Mortgage Services
July 13, 2017 – Three strategic factors for military families to consider when refinancing a VA IRRRL, VA Purchase, Fannie or Freddie, or FHA existing mortgage, by Andy May, COO of AAFMAA Mortgage Services. Mortgage choices have expanded in the last five years as non-safe harbor loans offered by REITs, banks, and hedge funds have sought higher yields. New investment funds have … [Read more...]
Air Force DUI: What it Really Costs
JULY 13, 2017, MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. (AFNS) - Airman A epitomized what every stellar Airman should be. He passed every test with flying colors, volunteered during his free time, and went above and beyond during his everyday job. He had just received Senior Airman below-the-zone, a promotion given six months early, and went out to celebrate. Before he knew it, red and … [Read more...]
From Germany to the Black Sea: Liaison Officers Synchronize Tactical, Strategic Communication
JULY 13, 2017, WIESBADEN, Germany - Liaison officers at a strategic satellite communications facility in Germany are proving to be a vital link for enabling communications and mission command for thousands of U.S. and multinational soldiers who are participating in exercise Saber Guardian 17 across Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-led, … [Read more...]