MAY 15, 2025 - Sailors are a ship’s first line of defense against system failures. But when the issue requires a subject matter expert (SME), repairs have often had to wait until a technician could travel to the ship. Enter ARMS, short for the Augmented Reality Maintenance System. ARMS enables sailors and Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD) SMEs to … [Read more...]
Army Supports Border Operations with Uncrewed Aerial Systems
MAY 15, 2025 — While the U.S. Army continues to enhance its support and build-up resources along the southern border, the Department of Defense warned service members about the increased weaponization of uncrewed aerial systems, UAS, and surveillance along the U.S.-Mexico border by cartel members. The emergence of UAS and uncrewed system, UxS, threats drove the need for the … [Read more...]
DoD Demonstrates Reusability of Hypersonic Test Vehicle
MAY 15, 2025 - The Defense Department conducted a second successful flight of a fully recoverable uncrewed hypersonic test vehicle in March 2025, with the first being in December 2024. This test campaign, led by DOD's Test Resource Management Center, in partnership with Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, marks the nation's first return to reusable hypersonic … [Read more...]
Understanding the Different Types of Centerfire Ammunition
MAY 15, 2025 - Choosing the right centerfire ammunition can be confusing. There are many types, and each works best for different needs. Whether you enjoy target shooting, hunting, or self-defense, knowing your ammo matters. This guide will help you understand the different kinds of centerfire ammunition. We'll break it down in simple terms so you can make smart choices. … [Read more...]
Army Introduces New Fitness Test for 2025
MAY 14, 2025 — The U.S. Army officially adopts the Army Fitness Test (AFT) as the new test of record for Soldiers starting June 1, 2025. The change will replace the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) and introduce updated scoring standards that emphasize readiness and combat effectiveness. Soldiers will have until Jan. 1, 2026, to meet the new AFT requirements without facing … [Read more...]