WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Nov. 14, 2014) - Current and future developments in energy production promise to lower the Soldier's combat load and reduce the logistical footprint, said an Army systems expert. Current technology could allow Soldiers and their vehicles and equipment to one day passively capture solar energy, which will automatically charge batteries used for … [Read more...]

KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany (Nov. 13, 2014) - Out of an abundance of caution and to ensure the Ebola virus does not spread into Germany via U.S. military personnel, the 21st Theater Sustainment Command has developed a plan for controlled monitoring of all uniformed Department of Defense personnel home-stationed in Germany, redeploying from areas in West Africa affected by the … [Read more...]

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. (Nov. 13, 2014) - The U.S. Army has invested in robotics technology for many years, and the focus is ever increasing toward autonomous system development. Matt Donohue is the science and technology ground maneuver technology portfolio director for the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology. "My … [Read more...]

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Nov. 13, 2014) - Soldiers at Defense Media Activity-Army Broadcasting recently premiered the new iSoldier newscast, a new multi-media program aimed at younger Soldiers. The newscast from Army Broadcasting at Fort Meade, Maryland, is a weekly two-minute Internet-based program showcasing the most current Army information from around the … [Read more...]

NATICK, Mass. (Nov. 10, 2014) - When the remains of a fallen U.S. Service member arrive from overseas at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, an American flag is always draped over the transfer case, borne by the carry team. Because a standard flag is used, it can shift position or be affected by wind during movement from the aircraft. With great respect for the solemn occasion, … [Read more...]