APRIL 15, 2020 - International Space Station astronaut Jessica Meir completed the first U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) power-beaming demonstration in orbit February 12, 2020, using relatively simple components suitable for STEM activities. Meir showed how NRL’s LEctenna™, a light-emitting rectifying antenna, converted a wireless network signal, similar to home … [Read more...]
Message From Acting Secretary of the Navy James E. McPherson
APRIL 10, 2020 - To all of our Sailors, Marines, Civilians, and Military Families, I am honored to return to the Navy-Marine Corps Team as your Acting Secretary. From my years as an officer in the United States Navy, and my prior service as an enlisted Soldier in the United States Army, I am keenly aware of the sacrifices you make, and the dedication you show, every day … [Read more...]
Ford’s Combat Systems Put to the Test
APRIL 7, 2020 - USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) recently completed testing of vital combat systems while underway in the Atlantic Ocean. These tests, conducted during Ford’s post-delivery test and trials (PDT&T) phase, are designed to stress the ship’s combat system capabilities and demonstrate the successful integration of new technologies, which the crew employs to defend the … [Read more...]
Navy Mandates Face Covering: What You Need to Know
APRIL 7, 2020 - The Navy will now require the use of cloth face coverings for all military, Navy civilian and contractors as well as family members while on DoD property, installations and facilities when maintaining proper social distancing between people isn’t possible. The order is effective immediately, according to NavAdmin message 100/20, released April 5. “To the … [Read more...]
Navy College Program Continues Operations During Shutdown
APRIL 3, 2020 - Despite the new challenges facing commands, Sailors and civilians during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC), OCONUS Navy College Offices (NCO), and Navy College Region Advisors (RA) to Navy Installation Commanding Officers (ICO) are finding innovative ways to complete their mission of helping Sailors meet their educational … [Read more...]