FEBRUARY 24, 2023 - One year ago today, Russia launched an unprovoked and indefensible full-scale invasion of its peaceful and democratic neighbor Ukraine. One year on, the commitment of the United States, together with some 50 countries who have rallied to rush urgently needed assistance to Ukraine, has only strengthened. Today, the Department of Defense (DoD) is announcing … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2023
Army Tests Cutting Edge Parachute System
FEBRUARY 24, 2023 - In a combat theater, ground troops in the most isolated areas depend on airlifts for resupply. In the worst conditions, time can be a matter of life or death. U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) is home to all manner of parachute testing, with spacious and instrumented ranges large enough to accommodate even the world’s largest cargo parachutes. YPG … [Read more...]
VR Taking Technical Training to the Next Level
FEBRUARY 24, 2023 - Virtual reality goggles and body worn sensors are helping to take technical training to the next level at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The gear is part of a virtual reality simulator, and among the newest equipment being used to train international military students from partner nations. The SV-R simulator will … [Read more...]
Army’s Restoration Program Revitalizes Contaminated Lands
FEBRUARY 24, 2023 — For more than 50 years the Army has turned current and former defense training sites into environmentally safe areas for Soldiers and their families, installation staff and the surrounding communities. The work is done through the Army’s Environmental Restoration Program, also known as the cleanup program. Here they identify sites impacted by hazardous … [Read more...]
DOD Aims to Boost Small Business Involvement
FEBRUARY 24, 2023 - The Defense Department's Office of Small Business Programs has several efforts underway to make it easier for the nation's small business community to become more involved in providing goods, services, technology and research in support of the nation's defense. Farooq A. Mitha, director of OSBP, spoke Wednesday at the Professional Services Council in … [Read more...]