MAY 12, 2020 - Developers from the Army Research Laboratory are collaborating with civilian partners to manufacture low-cost, emergency ventilators using 3D printers. The handheld gas ventilator, dubbed the Illinois RapidVent, is roughly the size of a water bottle. Due to its size and portability, the ventilator may also be ideal for soldiers in battle beyond the COVID-19 … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2020
Navy eSports Dreamhack Debut
MAY 12, 2020 - As I approached the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif., it was instantly apparent why the Navy chose the first Southern California Dreamhack gaming festival to debut its eSports team. The event's parking overflowed into Disneyland parking lots and the line to enter seemed to slither through hallways and courtyards endlessly. I entered the dimly lit, … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Inspector General Establishes Hotline for Fraud, Waste
MAY 12, 2020 - Camp Pendleton implements new policies, provisions and guidance by establishing the Marine Corps Installations - West Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton Hotline program. By refocusing the MCI-W MCB CAMPEN Hotline Programs into one command program, it clarifies the responsibilities of the Regional Command Inspector General and ensures the RCIG is able to support … [Read more...]
DoD Launches Financial Education Website for Military Spouses
MAY 12, 2020 - Military spouses often are the family's chief financial officer. From managing permanent-change-of-station moves to unexpected emergencies and changes in pay, there is little doubt about the importance of understanding the unique circumstances of managing personal finances in the military life. In recognition of military spouses and the important role they … [Read more...]
U.S. Pacific Fleet Reaffirms Confidence in USS Theodore Roosevelt
MAY 11, 2020 - Two days after returning from Guam, the U.S. Pacific Fleet’s senior leaders stressed their appreciation and confidence in the multi-service, multi-agency response to the Navy’s COVID-stricken aircraft carrier. “After being able to get to Guam and seeing the operation in action, Fleet (Master Chief James Honea) and I were enormously impressed, having watched … [Read more...]