DEFENSE

Systems Digest

19 NOVEMBER 2024

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

graphic of futuristic military drone sky above earth
STATE-OF-THE-ART REPORT

DSIAC is pleased to announce publication of our latest state-of-the-art report (SOAR) “Attritable Unmanned Aircraft Systems:  Conceptualization and Key Players.” In support of a U.S. Department of Defense priority for fielding attritable systems, this report provides the state of the art for attritable aircraft for multidomain operations.

Read the SOAR here:  Attritable Unmanned Aircraft Systems: Conceptualization and Key Players.

FEATURED ARTICLE

nanoscale grooves and textures in 3D metal printing material

New Technique Enhances Absorptivity of Powders for Metal 3D Printing

In a significant advancement for metal additive manufacturing, researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and their academic partners have developed a groundbreaking technique that enhances the optical absorptivity of metal powders used in 3D printing. The innovative approach, which involves creating nanoscale surface features on metal powders, promises to improve the efficiency and quality…

Read More...

Notable Technical Inquiry

U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Programs and Projects on Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Enabled Ground Vehicles

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center was asked to identify programs performing research on artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled ground vehicles in the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). Using AI-enabled ground vehicles, often referred to as unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), allows increased adaptability on the battlefield by operating without a physical driver. Uses include scanning and identifying enemy threats, relaying images of targets, and informing target engagement….

Learn More

FEATURED WEBINAR

NISAR Instrument in NASA JPL clean room

Antenna Systems for Space Applications at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Antenna developments for space applications have a long history at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Starting from the 1970s, Voyager; Galileo; Cassini; the Shutter Radar Topography mission; and, more recently, Aquarius, the Soil Moisture Active Passive mission, the Surface Water and Ocean Topography mission, the NASA-Indian Space Research Organisation Synthetic…

Read More...

Defense Manufacturing Conference 2024

On behalf of the Joint Defense Manufacturing Technology Panel (JDMTP) and in coordination with ARCTOS, you are invited to the Defense Manufacturing Conference (DMC) 2024 in Austin, Texas, from December 2-5, 2024. DMC is an…

Space Resiliency Summit

The 11th Space Resiliency Summit will bring together senior leaders, experts, and innovators to discuss the policies and operations necessary to ensure the safety and resiliency of U.S.-space based assets and missions in an increasingly…

13th Annual SOF & Irregular Warfare Symposium

The 13th Annual SOF and Irregular Warfare Symposium will focus on the dynamic challenges of modern unconventional warfare. As state and nonstate actors continue to evolve their strategies, this year’s event will gather senior leaders…

AOC 2024 International Symposium & Convention

From the Wars in Ukraine and Gaza to warfare in the Red Sea and tensions in the Indo-Pacific, the geopolitical situation is increasingly hostile, and tensions are increasing worldwide. Whether a nation state is monitoring…

AAIA SciTech Forum

The 2021 AIAA SciTech Forum will explore the role and importance of diversity in advancing the aerospace industry. The diversification of teams, technologies, design cycles, and perspectives can all be leveraged toward innovation. In attendance…

2025 Future Indirect Fires Summit

The 2025 Future Indirect Fires Summit will bring together leaders from the indirect-fire community to discuss the latest innovations in indirect fire systems, support systems, munitions, and challenges presented by the current conflict in Ukraine….

Voice From the Community

Angel R. Acevedo photo flag (2)
Angel Acevedo

Project Support Manager for Project Director Sensors-Aerial Intelligence (PD SAI)

As the Project Support Manager for PD SAI, Angel Acevedo is responsible for a support strategy for all PD SAI Programs of Record. PD SAI is the Army’s life-cycle manager for aerial sensor technologies and is currently shifting its portfolio from being platform-centric to sensor-centric. By pivoting to sensorcentric, the organization will continue to provide life-cycle sensor support regardless of the platform installed, reducing redundant costs and sensor support efforts across platforms.

Want to be featured in our Digest?

Submit your "Voice From the Community"