DEFENSE

Systems Digest

15 OCTOBER 2024

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

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Notable Technical Inquiry

Gaps Between Civilian and U.S. Department of Defense for Determining Airworthiness of Additively Manufactured Parts

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has made some progress certifying additive manufacturing (AM) parts for airworthiness, but certification has been limited to the lab, with significant engineering and inspections required for each part. Over the last two decades, each branch of the DoD developed their own processes for AM certification, thus fragmenting certification and slowing the widespread acceptance of AM. The Federal Aviation Administration…

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2024 Aircraft Survivability Symposium

The 2024 Aircraft Survivability Symposium is a SECRET//NOFORN event; attendees must hold at least a Secret clearance and be U.S. citizens. Please review the security clearance and gate access information page when available and submit…

2024 U.S. Department of Defense Steels Summit

The U.S. Department of Defense Steels Summit brings together the defense, government, industry, and academic communities engaged in the production, use, and research of steel alloys relevant to military applications. The summit is a 2-day…

Voice From the Community

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Greg Meholic

Senior Project Leader, The Aerospace Corporation

As The Aerospace Corporation’s senior project leader, Greg Meholic explores advanced space launch and propulsion technology for national security and commercial applications. His current projects include coordinating technical support for various interests and activities in space nuclear propulsion and power, cryogenic fluid management, commercial launch licensing, and rocket engine development. These efforts directly support the mission assurance provided to defense and commercial customers as they navigate the ever-changing space industry.

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