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ARL researchers recently equipped the 11th Airborne Division with two advanced 3D printable small drones, the Arctic Wolf and the Soldier Portable Autonomous Reconnaissance Transitioning Aircraft, or SPARTA, and conducted a comprehensive flight school, demonstrating the safe and effective use of the systems. “ARL plays a pivotal role in bridging fundamental research with industry expertise, enabling the rapid transition of advanced capabilities to the battlefield," said Dr. Asha Hall, branch chief at DEVCOM ARL. "By leveraging the agility and resources of industry, the laboratory ensures that Soldiers benefit from state-of-the-art solutions that enhance performance, improve survivability, and maintain a decisive advantage over adversaries." Read more: https://lnkd.in/gt5ZBGq6

We are spotlighting the first project emerging from our five-year research partnership with the University of South Florida, established last year. This collaboration led to the development of an innovative experimental electromagnetic training device that allows Soldiers to identify adversaries through electromagnetic signals. Compact, about the size of a small toolbox, the device can be deployed for testing and positioned in various ways, including by drone. Once activated, it emits a signal that Soldiers can detect and analyze from a distance. The experimental device enables Soldiers to enhance their proficiency in their military occupational specialty through a cost-effective solution that provides realistic training at their home station. "Collaborating with agile academic partners like USF gives us access to brilliant minds and cutting-edge research,” said Sean Pascoli, ARL program manager. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g__uTFER

Behind every uniform is a story of courage, resilience and sacrifice. On Vietnam Veterans Day, we encourage everyone to take a moment to listen to and learn from the stories of Vietnam veterans. Their experiences shape our history and inspire us all.

ARL is partnering with Greystones Group to advance artificial intelligence to support the delivery of war-winning, disruptive technologies for tomorrow’s Army. The collaboration will focus on advancing artificial intelligence, data orchestration and automation capabilities across DEVCOM ARL’s Live, Virtual and Constructive, or LVC, Toolkit. The LVC Toolkit is a set of advanced tools and technologies designed to support military training, research and operations by integrating live, virtual and simulated environments. U.S. Army DEVCOM Read more: https://lnkd.in/gzhigdDe

The Medal of Honor represents the highest ideals of courage and selflessness. On #MedalOfHonorDay, we reflect on the sacrifices made by these heroes and reaffirm our commitment to advancing science and technology to support those who serve.

DEVCOM ARL partnered with the Office of Naval Research Global TechSolutions to rapidly deliver a real-time, AI-powered language translator system prototype for warfighters. “This is a great opportunity for the advancement of military-oriented and mission-driven speech and language technologies," said Dr. Stephen LaRocca, ARL computer scientist, shares. "By collaborating with the Navy in this way, ARL can speed up the development of language translation technologies for all the services.” Read more:

Congratulations to our Catalyst Pathfinder program!

Researchers at ARL harnessed bottom-up Soldier innovation to develop an experimental 3D-printed small unmanned aerial system, or drone, that was demonstrated at the first U.S. Army Best Drone Warfighter Competition in Huntsville, Alabama. “Our team at ARL has been working on new types of small unmanned aerial system designs for several years,” said Dr. John Hrynuk, mechanical engineer at ARL. “When Soldiers visited ARL last spring, they expressed the need for a lightweight, modular drone that could be easily assembled, repaired and adapted in the field. Building on previous designs, we developed SPARTA based on their input. By August, we started delivering prototypes for experimentation.” Learn more about the unique capabilities of SPARTA: https://lnkd.in/gEmyUwpm

Congratulations to Kimberly G. Ploskonka, director of ARL's Research Business Directorate, who took her oath of office March 12 during an SES pinning and induction ceremony hosted by ARL Acting Director Dr. Eric L. Moore! “I believe that any good organization should reflect the personality of its leaders, and with leaders like Kim, ARL RBD is motivated largely by the environment and culture she embodies,” Moore said. “They are extremely fortunate to have Kim and her leadership. I have quickly come to believe that ARL is one of the best places to work, a place that is truly pushing the frontiers of science. I look forward to continue serving with Kim now as an official member of the SES.” The SES was designed by Congress to be an elite corps of managers and administrators charged with running the federal government. In the Army, senior executives are the civilian counterparts of general officers. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gQUbdZU8

AnnMarie Martin at DEVCOM ARL was awarded the 2025 George F. Linsteadt Award for Excellence in Technology Transfer for her exceptional contributions in accelerating Army partnerships with industry. Dr. Eric L. Moore, ARL acting director, recognized her incredible achievement: “I am extremely proud to have such a dedicated professional on our ARL team. Technology transfer is imperative in defense innovation, and AnnMarie’s improvements resulted in getting technologies into the hands of the warfighter faster." Recipients of this award embody the vision and spirit of George F. Linsteadt, a pioneer of the DOW’s technology transfer program who promoted technology commercialization across the Department. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gxMDKtan