JANUARY 23, 2019, Corpus Christi, TX - In keeping with technological advancements and modernization, a Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD) Induction ceremony was held January 9 to mark the beginning of the newest upgrades to the UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopter. According to Jackie Allen, industrial engineer, CCAD, the modernization process of the Lima-model helicopters is twofold: … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2019
Army Looks at More Advanced Exoskeleton Technologies, Options
JANUARY 23, 2019 - David Audet, chief of the Mission Equipment and Systems Branch in the Soldier Performance Optimization Directorate, at the Research, Development and Engineering Command's Soldier Center in Natick, Massachusetts, is gearing up his team for the next User Touch Point activities to explore exoskeleton options later this month. EXPLORING OPTIONS "As we … [Read more...]
Army Helps Thwart Illegal Trafficking Networks
JANUARY 22, 2019, Republic of Panama - Deep in the jungles of Panama, National Border Service agents, also known as SENAFRONT, await in a clearing, anticipating construction supplies that will help them, as they prepare to take down illicit drug and human trafficking networks that span the Americas. The dense wilderness surrounding the agents seems alive- the breeze rustles … [Read more...]
Maryland Guard Prepares For Army Combat Fitness Test Through Innovation And Agility
JANUARY 22, 2019, Reistertown, MD - As the Army transitions to the Army Combat Fitness Test to asses Soldier fitness levels, the Maryland Army National Guard’s 629th Military Intelligence Battalion has embraced a program designed to enhance individual physical fitness routines while preparing for the new test. Called ‘Fit to Serve,’ the voluntary program coaches Soldiers in … [Read more...]
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 21, 2019 is the Federal holiday celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The national theme of the day is, "Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not a Day Off" to encourage individuals to dedicate the day to community service. This commemoration is an occasion to remember Dr. King's remarkable life and to follow his principles of unity and equality. The … [Read more...]