Air Force Research Lab - AFRL

Future champions, this one's for you. Applications are now open for the 2026 Patriot Games. ⬇️ freedom250.org/celebration/th…

.@SecAFOfficial visited Minot AFB to assess the modernization efforts of the B-52H & Sentinel ICBM program, reinforcing the nation's strategic deterrence mission. Read the full mission report 👇 dvidshub.net/r/g3yk9z

@NASAJohnson @Space_Station Is a Milky Way bar too on the nose?🤔

Mmmmmm....chocolate.... 🍫 Aboard @Space_Station, chocolates and candies can provide a tasty indulgence to crews working hard far from home. Small treats in addition to balanced diets, of course! What would be your go-to sweet in space? Let us know in the comments below.

@Materials_MRS Listen in: open.spotify.com/episode/5f1wSl…

Ceramic materials have been used for centuries to build strong, heat-resistant structures. The demands of faster aircraft mean improvements are needed, which is why AFRL's materials expert Dr. Matt Dickerson spoke on the @Materials_MRS podcast to discuss his team's novel work.

From sea to shining sea… and all the way to space. 🇺🇸✨🛰️

Local company surpasses $3M in Air Force research projects daytondailynews.com/local/local-co…

Happy 250th Independence Day America!🎆🎆🎆 AFRL is proud to support America’s military ingenuity and contributions to many of the innovations that we rely on every day. We look forward to inventing the future for the next 250 years! #IndependenceDay | #Freedom250 | #Happy250

At AFRL, we set our sights on the horizon while delivering the solutions our warfighters need today. Hear from some of the dedicated folks within the lab on what this historic 250th anniversary milestone means to them. @DeptofWar @usairforce @USSpaceForce @HQ_AFMC | #America250

On this day in 1965, USAF Capt. Joe Engle flew a North American X-15 to an altitude of more than 50 miles above ground, qualifying for astronaut wings. He was selected to become a NASA astronaut the next year and is the only person to fly both the X-15 and the Space Shuttle.

ICYMI: Alongside @RepMikeTurner & DoD HPCMP, we cut the ribbon on “Flyer”! Our new supercomputer completes 500 years of laptop calculations in ONE DAY. The full ribbon-cutting ceremony is on @DVIDSHub: dvidshub.net/video/1011605 #AFResearchLab | #FutureTech | #PartnerWithAFRL

🚀 AFWERX & SpaceWERX are headed to Senator Ernst’s Entrepreneur Expo on Jun 30 in IA! Learn about SBIR/STTR funding pathways, transition opportunities, and how your innovation can support @usairforce & @USSpaceForce missions. 💡 🔗 afwerx.com/events-calenda…

📣 Last chance! The 26.BZ Release 3 pre-release period is ending soon. Connect with TPOC before opening Jun 24. ⏳ This @USSpaceForce D2P2 opportunity focuses on directed energy for space-based applications. 🛰️ Ask questions today! 🔗 dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/lo…

From the AFMC Commander: It is with great sadness that we can confirm the tragic death of eight of our teammates today at Edwards AFB following the crash of a B-52 Stratofortress. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones. edwards.af.mil/News/Display/A…

📸The @usairforce in photos! This week's photos feature #Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. #OneAFMC 👀See more👇 af.mil/News/Article-D…

Strategic investments by @AFResearchLab @AFOSR shape next-generation of high-velocity aerospace systems: eurekalert.org/news-releases/… @NASA | @JHUAPL | @TAMU Image by: Dr. Bryan Morreale, TAMU #AFResearchLab | #AFRLFoundationalTech | #USAirForce | #USSpaceForce | #PartnerWithAFRL

Apply for basic research opportunities in our new Open BAA @grantsdotgov: grants.gov/search-results… Delivering war-winning systems starts with #BasicResearch. Submit your game-changing proposals to support our Airmen & Guardians. #PartnerWithAFRL @AFOSR #BasicResearch

For 250 years, American warriors have stepped forward when it mattered most. Now it's your turn.

🚀 26.BZ Release 3 is in pre-release! SpaceWERX is seeking solutions for a @USSpaceForce D2P2 opportunity focused on directed energy systems for space-based applications supporting @AFResearchLab. 🛰️ Connect with TPOC before June 24 🔗 dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/lo…

🖥️ SpaceWERX invites space industry innovators to the virtual Cyber Space Exchange on June 30! Hear from @USSpaceForce & @AFResearchLab on cyber protection priorities for national security space systems and help shape resilient space cyber operations 🔗spacewerx.us/spacewerx-even…