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With roots tracing back to 1917, The Air Force Research Laboratory continues to deliver technologies with speed, building on its strong foundation of scientific research and innovation to support our warfighters in defending America's freedoms. Now, through streamlined processes, digital transformation, and a concerted focus, AFRL accelerates science and technology to meet the Department of the Air Force’s priorities, and prevail in the future. Supporting the Air Force and Space Force we are one AFRL, one fight.

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AFRL Tech Videos

Human-Machine Teaming is the integration of human performance with machine performance to synergistic effect, extending the cognitive and/or...
Missile Utility Transformation via Articulated Nose Technology, or MUTANT, will also be on display. MUTANT is an articulation control actuation...
Low Cost Attritable Aircraft Platform Sharing, or LCAAPS, which leverages best practices of consumer industries to rapidly develop and build...
Collaborative Combat Aircraft, known as CCA are uncrewed weapon systems leveraging Department of the Air Force investments in autonomy and...
Navigation Technology Satellite-3, or NTS-3, an experimental platform designed to demonstrate technologies to increase resiliency, robustness and...
Grasshopper, a cost-efficient, air-dropped, autonomously-navigated glider that delivers materiel to operators on the ground. The program leverages...
Gallium Nitride Device, or GaN, a semiconductor technology that marks a pivotal advancement in radio frequency sensing, enhancing radar,...
AEROMORPH, an AFRL University Center of Excellence, or UCoE, that performs fundamental multidisciplinary research to endow future supersonic and...
We’ll explore the test stands, chambers and facilities which help deliver ground-breaking rocket technology and position AFRL to support the...
The U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine, one of two mission units in the 711th Human Performance Wing, part of the Air Force Research...
How can Airmen get real-world medical trauma training outside the battlefield? Answer: The Centers for Sustainment of Trauma and Readiness...
From anechoic chambers to wind tunnels, munition ranges, simulators, centrifuges, supercomputers and more - we're peeking behind the curtain to...
The Center for Sustainment of Trauma and Readiness Skills, also known as C-STARS, is an Air Force medical training program embedded in civilian...
The Air Force Research Laboratory Rocket Propulsion Division recently tested a thrust chamber in Experimental Cell (EC-1). AFRL designed, printed...
AFWERX Prime is a program that aims to foster innovation and collaboration between the Air Force and private industry, academia, and other...
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Recent Images

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Jason Bartolomei, outgoing Air Force Research Laboratory commander and Department of the Air Force Technology Executive...
A view of the High Performance Computing Modernization Cybersecurity Service Provider North facility at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, May...
Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna poses with team members from the Air Force Research Laboratory during visit to the 711th...
Lt Col Donna Eaton, chief nurse, Air Force Research Laboratory, briefs high school students during the Air Education and Training Command’s...
Brig Gen Jason Bartolomei, commander, Force Research Laboratory, and Col Dale Harrell, commander, 711 Human Performance Wing, Air Force Research...
A U.S. Air Force volunteer participates in a simulated aerospace task at the 711th Human Performance Wing’s Research Altitude Chambers at...
Col. Karl Seekamp, Air Force Research Laboratory deputy commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Timothey Hodgin,  Air Force Research Laboratory...
From left, Oklahoma Christian University student team, Alex Shumaker, Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) materials engineer, accepts the 3rd...
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Recent News Stories

The Air Force Research Laboratory, or AFRL, welcomed its newest commander, Brig. Gen. Douglas Wickert, during a change of command ceremony at the...
AFWERX and SpaceWERX have opened new Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer solicitations following passage of...
The Air Force Research Laboratory’s 711th Human Performance Wing welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony March 30, 2026, as...
AFWERX, the innovation arm of the Department of the Air Force and a directorate within the Air Force Research Laboratory, partnered with Joby...
The Department of the Air Force (DAF) launches the Navigation Technology Satellite-3 (NTS-3) Vanguard on the USSF-106 mission from Cape Canaveral...
Col. Richard R. Beckman assumed command as director of the Space Vehicles Directorate and commander of the Phillips Research Site, Air Force...
The U.S. Air Force recently demonstrated a major leap in human-machine teaming, flying autonomous collaborative platforms (ACPs), alongside crewed fighter aircraft during a training event at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. Pilots operating an F-16C Fighting Falcon and an F-15E Strike Eagle each controlled two XQ-58A Valkyrie aircraft in an air combat training scenario, showcasing real-time integration between manned and semi-autonomous systems.
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) welcomed Chief Master Sgt. Timothey Hodgin as its new command chief during a change of responsibility...
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Recent Audio

On this episode of Lab Life, we're joined by the Director of SpaceWERX Dr. Arthur Grijalva to discuss the importance of investing in low Earth...
Dr. Richard Vaia of the Air Force Research Laboratory, Dr. Jesse Tice of Northrop Grumman, and Dr. Anna Balazs of the University of Pittsburgh...
Dr. Andrew Gillman, an AFRL Materials Research Engineer; Mr. Nate Ames, executive director of The Ohio State University's Center for Design and...
Dr. Alex Alaniz joins the podcast to discuss the buzz around Chat GPT, the creation of his own Albert Einstein chatbot and his thoughts on...
We dive back to a conversation with Dr. Craig Przybyla, a recent AFRL Inspire Speaker, to discuss the Engineering Scientist Exchange Program, why...
Ms. Karen Roth joins the podcast to discuss open innovation, community partnerships and her role as Chief Engineer of the AFRL Information...
Dr. Lisa Rueschhoff and Dr. Matthew Dickerson from AFRL's Materials and Manufacturing Directorate discuss the power of polymers, high temperature...
Dr. Lloyd Tripp discusses aerospace physiology and his work within AFRL’s 711th Human Performance Wing. Listen as we navigate through Dr....
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AFWERX

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christepher Hoff, TacHub integration lead, showcases TacHub during the AFWERX Spark Street exhibit at the Air & Space...
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Matthew Sabo, 375th Air Mobility Wing innovation superintendent, showcases RAVEN, short for Roving Autonomous Vehicle...
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aaron Holmes and Senior Airman Erika Gustafson, showcase their Optical Drone Detection System during the AFWERX Spark...
The AFWERX Refinery is a fast-paced innovation accelerator designed for Airmen and Guardians. Selected teams join a 2–6 week cohort where they...
AFWERX and SpaceWERX support small businesses through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR)...
U.S. Air Force Col. Nathan Stuckey takes over as director at AFWERX, a directorate within AFRL and the innovation arm of the Department of the Air...
AFWERX, the innovation arm of the Department of the Air Force and a directorate within the Air Force Research Laboratory, employs a thorough due...
AFWERX, the supporting organization for Department of the Air Force’s Innovation Enterprise, and a directorate within the Air Force Research...
Andrew Rothgaber, ICON director of business development, explains how his interaction with AFWERX has bolstered his company to work with NASA at...
Quentin Donnellan, President of Hypergiant Industries, explains how his interaction with AFWERX has bolstered his company to work with North...
Jonathan Josephson, Quantum Interface founder and Chief Technical Officer, discusses its augmented and virtual reality technology for the...
Andrew Van Timmerman, Anduril Industries Air Dominance Systems director, explains his interaction with AFWERX, the innovation arm of the U.S. Air...
John Goodson, DarkHive CEO and co-founder, explains how his interaction with AFWERX allowed his company to accelerate their operations due to...
Nick Ripplinger, Battle Sight Technologies president, explains how his interaction with AFWERX has bolstered his company to work with other...
Wayne Phelps, CesiumAstro Director of Business Development, explains his interaction with AFWERX, the innovation arm of the U.S. Air Force at the...
Christian Veeris, Corporate Business Development at Intellisense, explains how his interaction with AFWERX and being awarded a Strategic Funding...
Jonathan Josephson, Quantum Interface founder and Chief Technical Officer, discusses its augmented and virtual reality technology for the...
Dr. William Oxford, Animetric founder and Chief Executive Officer, explains his interaction with AFWERX, the innovation arm of the U.S. Air Force...
Kyle Woo, Zone 5 Technologies Paladin program manager, discusses their drone interceptor technology developed in partnership with the Air Force...
Victoria Wyler, Director of Growth at Defense Unicorns, explains working with AFWERX, Sept. 12, 2023, at the Gaylord National Resort and...
Decision Lens, an AFWERX contract awarded business has developed integrated planning software,
A non-traditional effort, The AFWERX Agility Prime program, is on the forefront of accelerating advanced technology by bringing together industry,...
Lockheed Martin values the Air Force SBIR program. It constantly allows them the opportunity to collaborate and partner with the Air Force...
At USSTRATCOM, Kana Systems has developed the Actionable Analytics Tool, which has modernized the process of organizing critical information,...
AFWERX Spark Tank Video - DAGGER
AFWERX Spark Tank Video featuring Cadet Grant Schlichting for his concept of Aerial TOW ReHOOKUP.
The Refinery program, an initiative of AFWERX’s Spark division, hosts cohorts of Airmen and Guardians for a hybrid Accelerator program to target...
Elroy Air, an Agility Prime partner works closely with the United States Air Force and AFWERX. The Chaparral eVTOL can resupply our troops...
Col. Elliott Leigh, AFWERX director and chief commercialization officer for the Department of the Air Force, delivers the keynote address at Fed...
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Bryan Ralston, left, AFWERX Autonomy Prime lead, moderates the "Moving Target Engagement" session with panelists U.S. Air...
Lowell Usrey, AFWERX Spark division chief, moderates the "Operational Imperatives and How They Influence Resilient Basing" panel with Brig. Gen....
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Walter McMillan, left, SpaceWERX director, moderates the "Operational Imperative Deep Dive: Space Order of Battle" session...
Project Arc Recruitment Video, July 5, 2023, Dayton, OH, (U.S. Air Force video by Jennifer Bryant)
AFWERX Spark Street attended the Air Force Association convention September 2023.
2023 was a historic year for AFWERX, the innovation arm of the Department of the Air Force and a directorate within Air Force Research Laboratory,...
Airmen load cargo into Xwing's autonomous aircraft, a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, during AGILE FLAG 24-1 at McClellan Airfield in Sacramento,...
Danah Tommalieh, Reliable Robotics commercial pilot and engineer, monitors an autonomous flight from a control station during AGILE-FLAG 24-1 at...
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AFRL) – AFWERX Autonomy Prime partner Xwing Inc. successfully completed an autonomous logistics mission in its Cessna 208B...
AFWERX Autonomy Prime partner Xwing Inc. monitors an autonomous flight from their ground control station at McClellan Airfield in Sacramento,...
AFWERX Spark Street attended the Air Force Association convention September 2023.
AFWERX Spark Cells generate ideas for the warfighter.
Wilder Systems created a "car wash for F-16's"
Elroy Air, an Agility Prime partner works closely with the United States Air Force and AFWERX. The Chaparral eVTOL can resupply our troops...
Spark Tank 2023 took place at the Air and Space Force Association’s, or AFA, annual Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colorado on March 8, 2023. A...
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AFRL History

AFRL's had a "global reach" for much of its history and nowhere else is that more present than the gallery of the same name within the National...
Rocketing into the next section of our AFRL Museum History Tour - #AFRL historian Jeff Duford is covering our work in the development of missiles...
On December 17th, 1903 - Orville and Wilbur Wright proved that heavier-than-air flight isn't just possible - it's the future. Walk alongside...
AFRL historian Jeff Duford is taking folks for a tour of AFRL's storied history through the halls of the National Museum of the United States Air...
AFRL's had a "global reach" for much of its history and nowhere else is that more present than the gallery of the same name within the National...
AFRL historian Jeff Duford is taking folks for a tour through AFRL's storied history via the incredible artifacts on display at the National...
Banking of the Early Flight tour comes the Second World War gallery - brining a number of innovations courtesy of our predecessor labs, sister...
"The unmanned aerial system behind me is something of a cross between a drone and a cruise missile. It's called the QUAIL." Learn more about...
To understand the future, it always benefits to catch an updraft and glide to the past - which is exactly what ORISE Post-Doctorate Fellow Dr....
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Recent Publications

The 77th issue of "Fight's On" provides an in-depth look at the Warfighter Interactions & Readiness Division (RHW). The articles included...
A team of Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) inventors have worked to shed new light on a challenge which has earned them a patent that could...
Newly patented technology allows for the use off-the-shelf materials and machined items to generate precision shock testing where previously used...
Carl Pfeiffer and Thomas Steffen of the AFRL Sensors Directorate (RY) have developed a device that appears simple in nature but has the ability to...
A team of innovators from the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) have patented their design of a device that could save millions yearly while...
Two scientists working within the Air Force Research Laboratory Materials and Manufacturing Directorate (AFRL/RX) have patented a new process that...
Making communication easier for the warfighter while also having commercial viability is the overall idea behind an invention recently patented by...
Welcome back for the July edition of the AFRL Newsletter! First and foremost, join us in celebrating AFRL’s new Commander, Brig. Gen. Scott...
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AFWERX Program Information

Col. Elliott Leigh, AFWERX director and chief commercialization officer for the Department of the Air Force, delivers the keynote address at South...
AFWERX Overview Video
Project Arc Recruitment Video, July 5, 2023, Dayton, OH, (U.S. Air Force video by Jennifer Bryant)
AFWERX Agility Prime Overview. Agility Prime is a Department of the Air Force program and also includes collaboration with the Army for...
AFVentures, goal is to invest in emerging technologies to scale the capabilities of the department of the Air Force and strengthen the US...
This is a quick overview of AFWERX AFVentures.
Anissa Lumpkin discusses with a Panel for The Air Force Small Business Technology Transfer (AF STTR) program, a $97M small business program, is...
Anissa Lumpkin discusses an overview of The Air Force Small Business Technology Transfer (AF STTR) program, a $97M small business program, is...
Joe Gordon and The Air Force Small Business Technology Transfer (AF STTR) program, a $97M small business program, is reaching out to Historically...
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Discovery to Delivery

The Air Force Research Laboratory played a unique and foundational role in developing autonomous collaborative platforms (ACP) and by extension,...
The F-105 Thunderchief, better known as the THUD, and its aircrews represent some of the issues and challenges that modern autonomous...
In the 1970s, there were groundbreaking demonstrations of armed remotely piloted vehicles and maneuvering remotely piloted vehicles using the Ryan...
“Go build something,” a concise and powerful directive. In 2014, Dr. Dave Walker, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Science,...
The Air Force Research Laboratory’s development of uncrewed vehicle autonomy and other related technologies reaches back more than two decades....
The QU-22B was fielded in the Pave Eagle program during the Southeast Asia War, also known as the Vietnam War. The QU-22B aimed to resolve some of...
There is an error in the subtitle on video Laboratory’s vs. laboratories. Fly-by-wire should have hyphens (multiple times). :059 X-29’s needs...
The G3 Target Glider has a fascinating connection with today's collaborative combat aircraft and autonomous collaborative platforms as programs...
The B-17 represents some of the challenges that modern autonomous collaborative platforms, or ACP, are solving for our nation today. Those...
The G3 Target Glider has a fascinating connection with today's collaborative combat aircraft and autonomous collaborative platforms as programs...
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Artificial Intelligence Videos

In this edition of QuEST, highlights our in-house rising talent Abstract: Pain experiences of humans are still widely researched and...
Description: In this edition of QuEST, every January the QuEST group uses the first meeting of the calendar year to present a ‘state of...
In this edition of QuEST, Michael Robinson will discuss topological features in large language models Key Moments and Questions in the video...
What type of probability theory best describes the way humans make judgments under uncertainty and decisions under conflict? I will present...
Description: This week we are hosting James Hubbard (Texas A&M) and Zhao Sun (Hampton U.) to feature collaboration through our Research...
In this edition of QuEST, we are hosting Dr. Mary Kinsella to discuss career advancement strategies. Abstract: You’re looking forward to...
Consciousness is an important but mysterious aspect of human intelligence. As AI researchers work toward building computational intelligent...
Abstract: I will give an overview of systems factorial technology (SFT) in the context of the broader motivations of mathematical psychology. ...
Description: In this edition of QuEST, we will have an extended session with Niko Kriegeskorte on geometric analyses of brain...
Abstract: Lila Davachi is currently a Professor of Psychology at Columbia University. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from...
In this edition of QuEST, Dr. Yubei Chen discusses his work on Principles of Unsupervised Representation Learning Key Moments in the video...
In this edition of QuEST, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Anna Schapiro to discuss learning representations of specifics and generalities over...
Description: In this edition of QuEST, we will hear from Dr. Christopher Baldassano, who will be discussing his work on event memory and the...
In this edition of QuEST, we will describe the Memory Palace and Person-Action-Object Dominic System for mental athletes competing in Speed Cards...
In this edition of QuEST, following our discussion last week with the organizers of the USA Memory Championships Tony and Michael D., this week we...
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Recent Videos

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Jason Bartolomei, outgoing Air Force Research Laboratory commander and Department of the Air Force Technology Executive...
The Air Force Research Laboratory is the primary scientific research and development center for the Department of the Air Force and leads the...
Multi-Mode Modular Propulsion (MMP) enables dynamic space operations by expanding capabilities for in-space maneuverability and replenishment of...
The Optical Sensing of Plasmas in the ReEntry Environment (OSPREE) sensor was developed and successfully flown o advance the understanding of the...
To address a critical capability gap for mobile forces, the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) has developed the Piggyback Gimbal for Lasercom...
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is actively collaborating with the Space Development Agency (SDA) and the Joint Commercial Operations...
The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Gaming Research Integration for Learning Laboratory® (GRILL®), annually hosts the Full Throttle STEM®...
The Air Force Research Laboratory played a unique and foundational role in developing autonomous collaborative platforms (ACP) and by extension,...
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AFRL Inspire 2023

Dr. Alex Alaniz conducts his talk titled, "Helen Keller, ChatGPT, and Einstein," at the Air Force Research Laboratory's Inspire, Wright-Patterson...
Brig Gen Scott Cain kicks off the Air Force Research Laboratory's Inspire, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, Oct. 26, 2023. AFRL Inspire is a...
Dr. Andrew Gillman conducts his talk titled, "Striking Where the Innovations' Hot," at Air Force Research Laboratory's Inspire, Wright-Patterson...
Craig Przybyla conducts his talk titled, "Doors are Made to Open," at Air Force Research Laboratory's Inspire, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, Oct....
Dan Berrigan conducts his talk titled, "#TackleTheToil," at Air Force Research Laboratory's Inspire, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, Oct. 26, 2023....
Matt Duquette conducts his talk titled, "Autonomous Aircraft: A Partnership of Human and Machine," Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, Oct. 26, 2023. AFRL...
James Bieryla and Kevin Price conducts their talk titled, "Amplifying Warfighter Culture," at Air Force Research Laboratory's Inspire,...
Dr. Richard Beblo conducts his talk titled, "Groundbreaking Innovation at the Speed of Failure," at Air Force Research Laboratory's Inspire,...
Dr. Nate Bridges conducts his talk titled, "Moving Beyond Averages," at Air Force Research Laboratory's Inspire, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, Oct....
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AFRL Small Business Colliders

"Sam Gov Updates Training and SBQA Opportunities for MOSBs" highlights the latest enhancements to training programs and Small Business...
"Fiscal Law Collider" explores the intersection of legal principles, financial policy, and government operations. The term suggests a dynamic...
The "Overview of the Air Force Mentor-Protégé Program" provides insights into a strategic initiative designed to foster partnerships between...
"AFRL—Software Defined Radio (SDR) Challenge Team Presentations" showcases innovative solutions developed by teams participating in the AFRL's...
"AFRL—Software Defined Radio (SDR) Challenge Awards Ceremonies" celebrates the achievements of teams who participated in the AFRL's Software...
"Opportunity Validation: Know Your Defense Market and Make a Sale" explores strategies for identifying, evaluating, and capitalizing on business...
"Implementing a Robust Cost Accounting System for Federal Contractors" is a comprehensive guide designed to help federal contractors meet...
"Part 2: Energy Storage Systems for the Advancement of UAVs Collider" builds on the foundational discussions from Part 1, diving deeper into...
"APEX Accelerator: Teaching Your Team to Fish – SAM.gov & USAspending.gov Update" provides valuable guidance on empowering your team to...
"Cash is King – Payments and Vouchers in PIEE and WAWF" is a practical session aimed at navigating the complexities of submitting payment...
"Transform Your Marketing Strategy: An Expert Guide for Fed Gov Contractors" provides valuable insights and practical advice tailored for federal...
"Today’s Market for Buying and Selling GovCon Companies" explores the current landscape of mergers, acquisitions, and sales within the...
"Navigating Small Business Growth and Partnerships in Business" delves into the challenges and opportunities faced by small businesses as they...
"Demystifying the Acquisition Process Ep 2" builds on the foundation established in the first episode, delving deeper into key stages of the...
"AFIMSC & AFICC – Collider: The Future of DAF Facilities" showcases a forward-thinking collaboration aimed at revolutionizing the design,...
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