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80+ partners converged @EdwardsAFB for the first X-62 Research Symposium, setting the foundation for future research in advanced air combat. Goal: 3 flight test concepts Result: 30+ test concepts developed Learn more: go.mil/1035yrp89i #AFResearchLab | #Readiness
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Congrats to Dr. Timothy Bunning on his induction into @theNAEng Class of 2026! The former AFRL chief technology officer was honored for "novel work in optical applications of liquid crystal materials systems for commercial and defense applications." #AFResearchLab | #NAE
Dr. Timothy Bunning stands with his wife in the National Cathedral during the National Academy of Engineering's 2026 Annual Meeting.

ALT Dr. Timothy Bunning stands with his wife in the National Cathedral during the National Academy of Engineering's 2026 Annual Meeting.

Dr. Timothy Bunning accepts his award as a member of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) Class of 2026 during the NAE's 2026 Annual Meeting.

ALT Dr. Timothy Bunning accepts his award as a member of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) Class of 2026 during the NAE's 2026 Annual Meeting.

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#AFRL vets new weapon-systems within the @usairforce's Weapon Open Systems Architecture (WOSA) standard and @anduriltech's Barracuda-M family of cruise missiles officially received that verification. Learn more about WOSA and this milestone: go.mil/afrlwosa
A flight table used for Weapons Open System Architecture assessments in the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Munition Open Architecture Test and Evaluation Laboratory at the Hardware in the Loop Facility on Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. (U.S. Air Force photo by Chris Quinlan)

ALT A flight table used for Weapons Open System Architecture assessments in the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Munition Open Architecture Test and Evaluation Laboratory at the Hardware in the Loop Facility on Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. (U.S. Air Force photo by Chris Quinlan)

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AFRL recently demonstrated the capability of an innovative spacecraft propulsion system meant to bolster resiliency of future space operations. Learn more about the Propulsion Optimization Unifying Chemical and Electric (POUNCE) system: go.mil/it596kfzuo #AFRL | #AFRLSpace
Integrated system setup for Advanced Spacecraft Energetic Non-Toxic (ASCENT) Modular Multimode Propulsion (MMP) ground demonstration in the Space Propulsion Environment Facility at Edwards AFB.

ALT Integrated system setup for Advanced Spacecraft Energetic Non-Toxic (ASCENT) Modular Multimode Propulsion (MMP) ground demonstration in the Space Propulsion Environment Facility at Edwards AFB.

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Neural network control of an in-orbit satellite bus was accomplished by #AFRL, expanding the art of the possible for the safe use of #AI agents to help win the future. Learn about AFRL's ACT3 team and their work getting this from "lab to orbit" through our link below. #AFRLAI
A snapshot of night on Earth from space sits in the background as the words: AI IN SPACE dominate the foreground.

ALT A snapshot of night on Earth from space sits in the background as the words: AI IN SPACE dominate the foreground.

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Future readiness is built on collaborative science. AFRL, @AFOSR & @USSpaceForce invite you to "The Guardian Gateway" webinar tomorrow, Sept. 30, 2026 (4 to 5 p.m. ET), to explore pathways, opportunities, and partnerships. Register at afosr.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe…. #AFResearchLab
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AFRL is strengthening U.S. strategic advantage in space through its partnership with @blueorigin. The company is using AFRL’s high-altitude test facility @EdwardsAFB to develop new rocket propulsion tech. Full story: blueorigin.com/news/blue-ori… #PartnerWithAFRL | #RocketPropulsion
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Future readiness is built on collaborative science. AFRL, @AFOSR & @USSpaceForce invite you to "The Guardian Gateway" webinar Sept. 30, 2026 (4 p.m. to 5 p.m. ET) to explore pathways, opportunities, and partnerships. Register at afosr.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe…. #AFResearchLab
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Today at 1300 | #AFANational Executive Panel: Leveraging Modeling & Sim for Combat Effectiveness on tracing the digital thread from design to sustainment. Location: Potomac D #AFResearchLab | #InventTheFuture
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Starting at 10:35 AM in Chesapeake A at #AFANational: AFRL Media Roundtable on the 4th Paradigm of Science, the AFRL org design, and the CCA transition pipeline. Media inquiries: AFRL.PA[email protected] #AFResearchLab | #TechTransition | #DefenseMedia
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We’re at @AFA_Air_Space's Conference! Visit Booths #303 and MB201 to explore how our innovation ecosystem connects researchers with technology leaders across AFRL’s critical capability areas. #AFResearchLab | #AFANational | #InventTheFuture | #AirSpaceCyber
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We Will Never Forget. Today, we honor those whose lives were lost on Sept. 11 and those who rose to the challenge by serving their nation as first responders, service members, civilian volunteers and leaders from the local to the national level. #Remember911 | #NeverForget
Image of the New York City skyline with two pillars representing the Twin Towers that fell due to the terrorist attacks that took place on September 11, 2001. The graphic reads: WE WILL NEVER FORGET 09-11-21.

ALT Image of the New York City skyline with two pillars representing the Twin Towers that fell due to the terrorist attacks that took place on September 11, 2001. The graphic reads: WE WILL NEVER FORGET 09-11-21.

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#AFRL & @usairforce's Advanced Battle Management System Cross-Functional Team recently integrated with @USSpaceForce at the Shadow Operations Center-Nellis during a battle management #AI experiment. Rapid AI development is key to ensuring joint mission dominance. Read more⬇️
U.S. Air Force Airmen, U.S. Space Force Guardians, and industry partners participate in the Department of the Air Force’s Multi-Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming experiment led by the Advanced Battle Management System Cross-Functional Team in partnership with the Air Force Research Lab, the U.S. Space Force, and the 805th Combat Training Squadron, in Las Vegas, Nev., May 13, 2026.

ALT U.S. Air Force Airmen, U.S. Space Force Guardians, and industry partners participate in the Department of the Air Force’s Multi-Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming experiment led by the Advanced Battle Management System Cross-Functional Team in partnership with the Air Force Research Lab, the U.S. Space Force, and the 805th Combat Training Squadron, in Las Vegas, Nev., May 13, 2026.

A U.S. Air Force air battle manager participates in the Department of the Air Force’s Multi-Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming experiment led by the Advanced Battle Management System Cross-Functional Team in partnership with the Air Force Research Lab, the U.S. Space Force, and the 805th Combat Training Squadron, in Las Vegas, Nev., May 13, 2026.

ALT A U.S. Air Force air battle manager participates in the Department of the Air Force’s Multi-Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming experiment led by the Advanced Battle Management System Cross-Functional Team in partnership with the Air Force Research Lab, the U.S. Space Force, and the 805th Combat Training Squadron, in Las Vegas, Nev., May 13, 2026.

U.S. Space Force 1st Lt. Abby Warner, 16th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron deputy flight commander, right, participates in the Multi-Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming experiment led by the Department of the Air Force’s Advanced Battle Management System Cross-Functional Team in partnership with the Air Force Research Lab, the U.S. Space Force, and the 805th Combat Training Squadron.

ALT U.S. Space Force 1st Lt. Abby Warner, 16th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron deputy flight commander, right, participates in the Multi-Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming experiment led by the Department of the Air Force’s Advanced Battle Management System Cross-Functional Team in partnership with the Air Force Research Lab, the U.S. Space Force, and the 805th Combat Training Squadron.

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