DEFENSE

Systems Digest

2 AUGUST 2022

DSIAC collects and publishes articles related to our technical focus areas on the web to share with the DoD community.

FEATURED ARTICLE

More HIMARS, “Phoenix Ghost” Drones Bound for Ukraine

The Defense Department has announced another package of security assistance for Ukraine, which will include additional High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), ammunition, and a substantial number of Phoenix Ghost unmanned aerial systems. This latest package includes about $175 million in equipment pulled from existing U.S. military stocks through presidential drawdown authority and $95 million…

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Notable Technical Inquiry

European Energetic Additive Manufacturing (AM) Research

  The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) was tasked with determining the extent of energetics additive manufacturing (AM) research and development capabilities in Europe. DSIAC searched available resources for any projects or research being performed by universities or defense organizations in Europe that involve the three-dimensional printing of energetic munitions, explosives, propellants, or rocket engines. There were a few organizations and universities that had…

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FEATURED WEBINAR

Illustration of a piloted aircraft moments before a midair collision with another aircraft.

What information is available on finite-element analysis of aircraft collisions?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking information on previous or ongoing finite-element analysis of aircraft collisions. Specific interest is in airborne aircraft being struck by unmanned aerial vehicles or other subsonic/transonic objects. If you have any information or know of subject matter experts or POCs who might be willing to support this…

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global network map

TechNet Indo-Pacific

TechNet Indo-Pacific is a strategic event in the Indo-Pacific Rim. This year’s conference — “Free – Open – Secure” — focuses on the critical issues identified by regional military leaders to maintain and protect data and information flow, internally and with regional partners and allies. USINDOPACOM works closely with partners to enable resilient, survivable and…

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An unmanned surface vessel autonomously navigates a water bound course during a training exercise.

26th Annual Expeditionary Warfare Conference

The 26th Annual Expeditionary Warfare Conference is dedicated to addressing the pressing issues in expeditionary warfare and force protection worldwide. Over the course of the three days, immerse yourself in dynamic live sessions, explore industry exhibits, and seize valuable networking opportunities. This year’s theme, Accelerating Innovation to Enhance Expeditionary Warfare, will allow you to explore…

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A servicemember operates communication equipment during a military exercise.

Military Tactical Communications Summit

The 13th Annual Military Tactical Communications Summit will bring together experts and decision makers from the DoD, Military Services, Industry, and Academia for comprehensive discussions focused on upgrading tactical communications and improving network capabilities to support the Joint Force. The 2024 Summit will aim to advance rapid, resilient, affordable, and unified communication capabilities to enable…

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Image of several Department of Defense personnel inspecting an unmanned aircraft on a runway.

3rd Annual Unmanned Systems West

Join the 3rd Annual Unmanned Systems West conference this fall as they explore the capabilities and advantages unmanned systems offer to modern defense and security operations, as well as discovering how uncrewed systems are enhancing intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities, enabling real-time situational awareness and informed decision-making in complex operational environments. By attending the…

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Image of warfighters traversing urban terrain with an unmanned vehicle.

4th Annual Future Force Capabilities Conference & Exhibition

Join NDIA at the 4th Annual Future Force Capabilities Conference and Exhibition hosted by NDIA’s Armaments, Robotics, Munitions Technology, Fuze, and Integrated Precision Warfare divisions. Convening thought leaders and subject matter experts from around the globe, the 4th Annual FFC Conference and Exhibition fosters creative interdisciplinary conversation and collaboration. Attendees will have opportunities to engage…

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U.S. Navy Conducts Successful Live-Fire Demonstration at RIMPAC 2024

HONOLULU, Hawaii – The U.S. Navy achieved a significant milestone at the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024 exercise with the successful launching and testing of Poniard rockets from a Common Unmanned Surface Vehicle (CUSV). The July 12 test is part of the Navy’s mission to continually enhance and expand its maritime capabilities and operational…

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Space Guardians at computer screen

98th Space Range Squadron Takes Warfighter Readiness to Next Level

WASHINGTON (AFNS) — For decades, U.S. Air Force test and training ranges, like the Nevada Test and Training Range and the Utah Test and Training Range, have provided aircrews with flexible, realistic, multidimensional battle spaces to conduct testing and advanced training. Though only a few years old, the National Space Test and Training Complex functions…

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The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Digital Manufacturing Research Team celebrates the official opening of the new Collaborative Automation for Manufacturing Systems Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base after a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 23, 2024. This is the team’s first internal laboratory. (U.S. Air Force photo / Sarah Perez)

AFRL Collaborative Automation for Manufacturing Systems Laboratory Officially Opens

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, OH (AFRL) — The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory, or AFRL, Materials and Manufacturing Directorate celebrated the opening of the Manufacturing, Industrial Technologies and Energy Division’s Collaborative Automation for Manufacturing Systems, or CAMS, Laboratory during a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 23, 2024. The facility will support the research efforts of its Digital…

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soldiers firing canons

We Have Ignition

A search in the Defense Technical Information Center database for technical terms like ignition, artillery, propulsion design, or cannon design will result in reports from the 1950s through the 1970s written by very knowledgeable people providing a wealth of information on a particular topic. What may be missing from these reports is the “system interface”…

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What information is available on finite-element analysis of aircraft collisions?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking information on previous or ongoing finite-element analysis of aircraft collisions. Specific interest is in airborne aircraft being struck by unmanned aerial vehicles or other subsonic/transonic objects….

TechNet Indo-Pacific

TechNet Indo-Pacific is a strategic event in the Indo-Pacific Rim. This year’s conference — “Free – Open – Secure” — focuses on the critical issues identified by regional military leaders to maintain and protect data…

26th Annual Expeditionary Warfare Conference

The 26th Annual Expeditionary Warfare Conference is dedicated to addressing the pressing issues in expeditionary warfare and force protection worldwide. Over the course of the three days, immerse yourself in dynamic live sessions, explore industry…

Military Tactical Communications Summit

The 13th Annual Military Tactical Communications Summit will bring together experts and decision makers from the DoD, Military Services, Industry, and Academia for comprehensive discussions focused on upgrading tactical communications and improving network capabilities to…

3rd Annual Unmanned Systems West

Join the 3rd Annual Unmanned Systems West conference this fall as they explore the capabilities and advantages unmanned systems offer to modern defense and security operations, as well as discovering how uncrewed systems are enhancing…

4th Annual Future Force Capabilities Conference & Exhibition

Join NDIA at the 4th Annual Future Force Capabilities Conference and Exhibition hosted by NDIA’s Armaments, Robotics, Munitions Technology, Fuze, and Integrated Precision Warfare divisions. Convening thought leaders and subject matter experts from around the…

U.S. Navy Conducts Successful Live-Fire Demonstration at RIMPAC 2024

HONOLULU, Hawaii – The U.S. Navy achieved a significant milestone at the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024 exercise with the successful launching and testing of Poniard rockets from a Common Unmanned Surface Vehicle (CUSV)….

98th Space Range Squadron Takes Warfighter Readiness to Next Level

WASHINGTON (AFNS) — For decades, U.S. Air Force test and training ranges, like the Nevada Test and Training Range and the Utah Test and Training Range, have provided aircrews with flexible, realistic, multidimensional battle spaces…

AFRL Collaborative Automation for Manufacturing Systems Laboratory Officially Opens

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, OH (AFRL) — The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory, or AFRL, Materials and Manufacturing Directorate celebrated the opening of the Manufacturing, Industrial Technologies and Energy Division’s Collaborative Automation for Manufacturing Systems,…

We Have Ignition

A search in the Defense Technical Information Center database for technical terms like ignition, artillery, propulsion design, or cannon design will result in reports from the 1950s through the 1970s written by very knowledgeable people…

Voice From the Community

Mr. Andrew J. Tweedell
Andrew Tweedell

Project Lead, Human Research and Engineering Directorate, U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL)

Mr. Tweedell is the current Project Lead for the Human Agent Interaction for Intelligent Squad Weapons program at ARL. His military research experience involves the intersection of human performance and data analytics in the physical and cognitive domains. He previously acted as Project Lead for the Techniques for Soldier Exoskeleton Analysis program at ARL, which informed design requirements for future dismounted exoskeletons. He is also a Contract Data Analyst for Optimum Performance Analytics Associates, where he performs statistical analyses related to professional and collegiate sports performance. His scientific publications span neuromechanics, exoskeleton evaluation, cognitive and physical interactions in marksmanship,  and human variability in Big Data.

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