Science & Tech

The Army's Plan To Move to the Cloud

It won't happen overnight, but the service plans to take a solid step towards storing data externally.

Defense Systems

Air Force begins construction of Space Fence tracking system

The system, being built by Lockheed Martin, will greatly increase the amount of orbital debris the service can keep tabs on.

Defense Systems

Fort Knox locks down energy independence

The post could be the Army’s first with the ability to run entirely on its own power.

Business

Six More Women Qualify For Army’s Elite Ranger School

Six more women now can attend the first gender-integrated Ranger Course on April 20. The last chance to join them begins Friday.

Science & Tech

Military's Ebola Vaccine Tests Safe

Months of clinical trials have shown a military-supported Ebola vaccine to have 'robust' effectiveness to stop future outbreaks.

Science & Tech

'Own The Night'? Army Aviation Wants To Own Bad Weather

The service is seeking technology to allow helicopters to fly and strike in rain, snow, dust, or fog.

Defense Systems

Army moves ahead with laser-based aircraft missile defense

The lightweight, modular Common Infrared Countermeasure system can help protect helicopters and small aircraft from ground-launched missiles.

Defense Systems

Army drafts specs for next round of commercial hardware buys

The Contracting Command and the CHESS office prepare for the next Army Desktop and Mobile Computing contract.

Business

Bergdahl Charged With Desertion

The former Taliban captive could face a life sentence and lose all pay.

Defense Systems

DOD report shows decline in the military's spending portfolio

Major programs saw a collective reduction in spending of $9.1 million, or 0.6 percent, over the past year, DOD's SAR reports show. GAO says DOD’s acquisition portfolio is the lowest it's been in 10 years.

Defense Systems

Army PEO-EIS and the elements of modernization

The office’s project director for enterprise services discusses priority projects in an age of budget constraints.

Defense Systems

Army set to shut down AKO email

Mailboxes on classified and unclassified networks will be closed March 31 as DOD Enterprise Email completes its takeover.

Defense Systems

Army cyber chief outlines key challenges, goals

Lt. Gen. Edward C. Cardon, commander of the Army Cyber Command, outlined several aspects and concerns pertaining to the future of cyber operations in a recent podcast.

Defense Systems

How virtual reality helps treat soldiers with PTSD

Immersive, 360-degree simulations are being used in the therapy to help soldiers relive their experiences.

Defense Systems

Army puts tech-centric weapons and surveillance tools to the test

The Training and Doctrine Command tested prototypes of solutions that provide combined surveillance, lethal and targeting assistance to soldiers.

Defense Systems

ARL developing new polymers to strengthen future armor

The lab is taking new approaches to polymer-based defensive equipment that will better protect soldiers in decades to come.

Defense Systems

Preparations for NIE 15.2 focus on tactical vehicles

Communications equipment is being outfitted on tactical vehicles in preparation for the Network Integration Evaluation 15.2 this spring.

Defense Systems

Army streamlines updates to its tactical network

Tool suite allow units to make changes on the go, rather than waiting for a 'set in stone' disc.

Defense Systems

Army cyber chief cites 'exponential' growth in cyber force

The command's multi-component approach also includes teams from the Reserves and National Guard.

Defense Systems

Next phase of Blue Force Tracking hits the ground running

The Army conducted a series of tests for its Joint-Battle Command Platform, which provides situational awareness and communications immediately upon landing.