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Sept. 9, 2025
US, Norway test maritime strike in High North

The USAF partnered with Norwegian Allies to test next-generation precision maritime strike capabilities on Sept. 3rd in the Norwegian Sea. In partnership with Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35s & personnel, the USAF's 53rd Wing integrated a US B-2 Spirit stealth bomber into a long-range strike scenario
Sept. 2, 2025
From Capstone to Combat Readiness: Depth-Perception System Enhances EOD Robotics

An explosive ordnance disposal robot depth-perception system, developed by former Air Force Master Sgt. Daniel Trombone and Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matt Ruben, provides robot operators a clearer sense of depth to improve safety, speed and precision in high-stakes EOD missions.
Aug. 26, 2025
Future of readiness: AFMS, partners explore innovative technologies

In a simulated drone-attack scenario at Fort Detrick, Maryland, medics moved quickly - recording vital signs, injuries, and treatments on a tablet before transferring the data with a single scan. The process took seconds, but the implications were far-reaching.
March 18, 2025
Team Eglin engineers bring innovation to combat

A select group of Team Eglin Airmen gathered at the Emerald Spark Incubator March 10-14 to collaborate in the first-ever Combat Innovation Cohort.
Feb. 7, 2025
DAF announces Spark Tank 2025 finalists

DAF leaders announced the finalists of the 2025 Spark Tank competition made up of premier innovation ideas by Airmen and Guardians seeking sponsorship to bring their concepts to life.
Jan. 21, 2025
Innovative ideas take flight at Edwards Air Force Base's Spark Tank Competition

The 412th Test Wing Data and Digital Transformation Spark Tank Competition recently transformed Club Muroc into a hub of creativity and innovation, showcasing the groundbreaking ideas of Airmen designed to enhance operational capabilities.
Dec. 19, 2024
Arnold AFB Innovation Lab reopens its doors

The Innovation Lab at Arnold Air Force Base is once again open for business.The lab, being reintroduced following a recent renovation, gives Arnold team members a venue outside of the office to brainstorm concepts, work to improve processes, test ideas, collaborate and innovate.Located in Building
Nov. 22, 2024
The Crucible: VSFB’s Newest Innovation Hub

VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. --The Crucible Innovation Lab was unveiled as a brand new creative center Nov. 22, 2024. This new makerspace is designed to be a collaborative environment where Vandenberg members can come together to brainstorm, innovate, and bring ideas to life. The Crucible
Nov. 5, 2024
CHAPPIE: An innovative advancement in CBRN defense

Buckley Space Force Base is home to one of the Defense Department's only two chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear quadrupedal unmanned ground vehicles.
Nov. 1, 2024
AFMC Accelerator empowers Airmen, innovation

The Air Force Materiel Command Accelerator program transform the innovative ideas of Airmen into actionable solutions that can propel the Air Force mission into the future.