#DoD collaborations

[x--daughters-of-darkness--x]

"I held the power of a dying sun, I climb the altar and I claim my place as God, CIRCLE WITH ME"➥ SPIRITBOX feat. TATIANA SHMAYLUK

[neptuniadoesstuff]

Yay more Goofs with Snoots! | DoD bit my Versions part 02 + OC!

(Burn scar warnings)

(Wanna see Part 1? Go to this link here)

Welp, part 2 is done now & I'm gonna tell you about it.

so from left to right we have: Starflight, Sunny, & a new goober named Sulfer!

Sulfer (The Skywing on the right) is a OC of mine who's apart of a AU these designs are apart of. If you wanna learn more about him, there's a link at the bottom here. VVV

Now here are the changes I made for the last 2 of the DoD:

Gave Starflight HUGE ears bcs I imagine Nightwings being based on bats more. (Also bcs he's blind now so now he need to use echo-location (idk how it's spelt sorry) which prob has been heightened due to him living in a frikin cave for so long-)

Sunny has some weird frill things near her neck, this is based on how some lizerds irl (I think) have some weird frills which puff up & make em bigger. However considering Sunny's is fluffy (bcs NiGhtWiNg DnA), it isn't as beneficial + she's a gremlin.

I kinda gave Sunny more colors (primarily on her belly which are faint but there) bcs teh sun does produce light & light produces colors which we can see. So just though that be neat.

Starflight has slightly bl00dshot eyes, mainly bcs you know what had happened between him & the volcano. (Which why he wears the blindfold now. (I know he isn't wearing it in here but JUST LET ME IMAGINE HIM GETTING HELP TO TAKE IT OFF FOR A BIT BCS SWEATY!)

Gave Sunny a 2 toned eye color bcs I weirdly imagine her mother being a misfit dragon (by that I mean the blue-grey eyes that my Sunny habs) also bcs blue fits well with any warm color imo.

Yes these designs are infact also in the same group as the designs I did for the 3 first DoD members. However these are NOT REDESIGNS! But AU designs bcs in my AU the tribes have more pizzazz & diversity. Also Sulfer is not in the Canon, he's a OC of mine apart of this AU I made which also changes bits of the lore.

Anyways enough rambling/yapping. Hope you enjoy this, or not. I'm necc is currently hurting rn & I just wanna end this so it's ending now.

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Characters (the 2 dragons on the left) belong to Tui T. Sutherland but designed by me. The Red fella on the right belongs to me however.

Art is mine.

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[will80sbyers]

I think Sullivan is not going to torture Owens for information but rather force him to cooperate with the DoD. Last year, photos surfaced of a poster at the HHS about energy conservation by the Department of Energy. Owens might have gone back to working “normally” but under military jurisdiction. I imagine Sullivan using Owens' power in the DOE to help them with environmental aspects and to mitigate the consequences of the invasion (environmental, sealing the portal...). Additionally, he might unofficially assist the main characters with the help of Stinson. This likely includes the characters managing to establish themselves at WSQK and using the van as if they were working there

I thought more or less the same thing in the sense that maybe they have an agreement of some sort so this could make sense, the only thing that makes me question this is that I just don't know why El would be hiding in that case if she wasn't hiding from Sullivan and he was already collaborating... Like wouldn't she go back to school? From the BTS it doesn't seem like she is but idk maybe there's an explanation like that she wanted to be homeschooled after her experience with Angela?

An alternative to this is that Sullivan is still searching for her and maybe in collaboration with Owens too although he could be like, kept prisoner, while he helps... And the other agent Ellen Stinson is the one that set up the radio station as a cover for El and Hopper and the Byers, sort of like their fake job in town and meanwhile they live there too since it's supposedly a big space with a bunker from the pictures we have of other places, and maybe Stinson is protecting the place with her faction against Sullivan that even knows El is there but he doesn't have any interest in taking her for now because he starts to believe Owens about Vecna, maybe Vecna attacks the military right at the end of season 4 and we see this in a flashback so Sullivan understands El is an asset and decides to let them live there in peace... But then again why wouldn't she go to school... ? No idea... Maybe they have a pact that she would stay hidden because she's "dangerous" to others ?

It seems to me they could be in a sort of cold war between factions where they are aware of each other but waiting

I really don't know... I guess we'll see what happens!

[mylittlesecrethaven]

I Read Project 2025, So Here's A Rundown I Guess: Part 3.1

Idk if this counts as political, but I'm just reading the stupid book online and putting down what it basically says and some other stuff i Guess. (it could get political I guess? Idk. Just kinda wanted to make these posts since I'm reading the book and I kept getting annoyed with people just saying what the book says instead of writing down exactly what it says and what page to find it on)

(That's not saying I won't do the same thing, but for some things I'll rewrite what it says unless it just needs to be summarized. I will have page numbers though)

(also, if this stuff does go into effect, I will be fearing for my life and the lives of many others for the effects this could have on people. for lgbtq, minorities in religion, race, and ethnicity, and those who are poor. this will effect everyone and a lot of people should be afraid of it. that is not be getting political, that is me saying that this is a scary plan meant to give powerful people even more power)

(also, if you want a faster rundown than waiting for me to give shitty interpretations of this, go to the wiki here. it sums it up pretty well, but it doesn't state everything.)

Department of Defense Reforms -

Policy:

Focus most military efforts on keeping China from taking over Taiwan (Pages 93-94)

Encourage foreign allies to take up better arms against world enemies such as China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea (Page 94)

Expand the U.S. nuclear arsenal to compete with China and Russia (Pages 94-95)

Help increase ally capabilities to fight against terrorism (Page 95)

Aquisition and Sustainment:

Improve the PPBE Process (Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution), basically making the process through which stuff gets done in the DoD easier and more efficient (Pages 95-96)

Increase production of military weapons and ammunitions and allow for smaller businesses to help with the productions of such things (Pages 96-97) (and there was also something about how defense companies are required to use 100% American made weapons and ammunitions and that we should use weapons and ammunitions produced overseas by allies to speed up production)

Make it easier for military projects to get the go ahead and allow them to bypass "unnecessary departmental regulations that are not in the best interest of the government" within the laws range and also make it easier for people to work for the DoD in general (Pages 97-98)

Research, Test, and Evaluation:

Increase collaboration between DoD and scientists to make stronger, more powerful weapons and futuristic weapons faster to combat enemies (Page 99)

Increase speed of weapon deployment to the battlefield, and make the process of making final weapons out of prototypes easier, as well as make the prototype creation and testing process faster (Pages 99-100)

Create a better framework to protect the "technological leadership" that the U.S. holds over its enemies (Page 100)

[kushblazer666]

biden/harris on gaza right now is that that they keep leaking to the press that brandon is totally fed up with netanyahu on this one, he’s pissed, it’s totally a red line and this is where it’s gotta stop, meanwhile the blob and everyone else and their mother are devoted wholeheartedly to the zionist war effort and keeping arms flowing no matter what notwithstanding the collaboration of actual DoD units. meanwhile trump’s opinion is that bibi should be able to “finish this quickly.” so fundamentally we get the same outcome either way but one side has some shiny fancy window dressing you can use to still convince yourself you’re a good person for voting democrat if youre stupid enough to believe in fairy tales

[hasufin]

Arc’teryx’s new powered pants could make hikers feel 30 pounds lighter - The Verge

These were, I guarantee, developed for, and in collaboration with, the DoD. Assistive exoskeletons have been a DARPA target for 40 years that I know of.

[vabroapp]

Is Your Agile User Story Truly "Done"? The Power of a Definition of Done (DoD)

Is Your Agile User Story Truly "Done"? The Power of a Definition of Done (DoD) User stories are a cornerstone of Agile, capturing user needs in a concise format. However, simply completing the core functionality of a user story is not enough. We need a clear definition of what "done" actually means. This is where the Definition of Done (DoD) comes in. What is Definition of Done (DoD)? The Definition of Done is an agreed-upon set of items that must be completed before a project or user story can be considered complete. Why do we need DoD? It outlines the specific criteria a user story must meet before being considered truly "done." The DoD is a collaborative effort. Ideally, the entire Agile team (developers, scrum masters, product owners) should be involved in crafting it. This ensures everyone has a stake in meeting the defined criteria. Here are 10 essential validation points for a sample DoD, with room for customization as per project needs: ✅ Have key stakeholders reviewed and approved the completed user story, including sign-off from the Product Owner?. ✅ Are all functionalities within the user story confirmed through successful unit acceptance testing?. ✅ Have dedicated Quality Assurance (QA) tests been completed and passed, ensuring the user story meets quality standards?. ✅ Is all user story documentation, such as user guides and API references, complete, accurate, and up-to-date?. ✅ Are all open issues related to the user story fixed and verified as closed? ✅ For functionalities involving APIs, are all API references validated and documented for future reference?. ✅ Have clear steps been defined and validated to ensure seamless deployment of the user story to the intended environment(s)?. ✅ Have all smoke tests, designed to verify core functionalities, been successfully run and approved?. ✅ Were any non-functional requirements, such as performance, security, or accessibility, included in the scope of the user story? If so, have these aspects been reviewed and approved? ✅ Have all key stakeholders with a vested interest in the project provided their final sign-off on the completed user story? By incorporating these validation points into your DoD checklist, you can ensure a more comprehensive and robust definition of "done" for your Agile user stories. Please share your suggestions, and inputs in the comments below.

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[altairtalisman]

Fiona's Bio

"Everyone... please forgive me... it's all my fault..."

More details about Fiona is under the cut

Name: Fiona Soféinaith

Age: 182

Height: 157 cm

Birthday: 2 Primna 1056 (Alfabr)

Orientation: Cisgender Greyromantic Asexual Female

Pronouns: She/Her

Species: Dullahan (formerly elf)

Title: The Twelfth Dullahan

Country of Birth: Balwirk

Likes: The Eleventh Dullahan, everyone apart from her being happy

Dislikes: Everyone apart from her being sad, gaps in her memory (when she's aware of it)

Hobbies: She doesn't know/remember

Personality: Blames herself often, breaks down easily and frequently due to the emotional toll she has after absorbing the negative emotions of others

Style: Loose clothing that covers as much skin as possible, a huge fan of long skirts

Status: Dead (DOD: 27 Alstas 1238)

Abilities: Shadow manipulation, able to use absorption magic

Background: Born with weak health, Fiona tended to fall sick easily. While no one said anything, she always thought that those around her saw her as a burden and sought to make herself useful. She usually spent time with Dylan, who lived near her

Due to her poor health, her parents researched ways to make her healthier. Eventually, they collaborated with Gerald's father, a fellow researcher, on ways to preserve life even after the head was severed from the neck as he wanted to save his son, who was dying from the fatal Respiratree Disease. Soon, they had gathered a group of like-minded elves who were desperate to save their loved ones and began coming up with theories

This had resulted in whispers of their activities floating amongst the elves in Balwirk. Sometime in 1149, the researchers received anonymous notes suggesting them to use the Balwirkian elves as test subjects in order to save their loved ones. Desperate for a cure, the researchers did what was suggested and started to kidnap numerous elves close to the ages of their loved ones

While Gerald had survived the experiment, many others didn't and the experiment was revealed to have an extremely low success rate. Not wanting Fiona to die, they decided to perform the risky experiment under the guise of making her feel better. To sell the ruse, they had to agree to allow Dylan to accompany her at Fiona's request. Her parents then performed the experiment on them, and was initially distraught when Fiona didn't wake up after it was complete

They were thrilled when she woke up, and declared the experiment to be a success. Fiona didn't understand what was going on and was horrified to learn that her head was no longer attached to her body. Her parents then used a sharp object to scar a 12 on her left hand, declaring that she was the twelfth success. Fiona, starting to worry that her parents did something unforgivable, demanded them to explain. Her parents ignored her, leading her to a barren bedroom where Dylan was and locked her inside

Dylan informed her that her parents as well as Gerald's father caused their current states and blamed Fiona for them being abominations. He then tried to convince her to free him of the anti-magic restraints for years, with Fiona agreeing to do so eventually but unsure how to go about it. Annoyed by her uselessness, Dylan was about to beat Fiona up but suddenly became a shadow, which allowed him to escape from the restraints. Now able to use magic, he was able to blast open the door where they were greeted by the corpses of the elven researchers

Fiona then saw her parents amongst the bodies, which Dylan had to poke his fingers into her eyes to temporarily blind her from witnessing the bloody mess. She could only feel herself being dragged by her friend as she heard shouts from others that the exit was a certain way. While still blinded, she was led to a gathering room where she heard 14 other voices talking. Fiona then learnt that there were only a total of 16 survivors, and that there were thousands of victims

She was so horrified, she could barely register when Brianna and Danielle sought to get an unanimous consensus that under no circumstances should the 16 turn others into dullahans unless the individual in question was prepared to bear the curse of being one, let alone that they had devised a way to safely turn someone into a dullahan

After reaching a consensus, she went home and stumbled upon her parents' journals detailing their worry for Fiona's ailing health right up to the low survival rate of the experiment. Realising that she was the main reason to why the experiment existed, she blamed herself and decided to use her magic to absorb the grief of the victims' loved ones. She spent seven decades doing so, with each act taking a toll to her already fragile mental health. There were times when others would point out details that made her realise that there were gaps in her memory, and she was started to become concerned about strange red stains on the floors of various rooms in the house. She was unsure why she almost immediately decided that it was remnant bloodstains from her parents' experiments, but was happy to indulge in that notion as to other alternatives

Nearing midnight of 27 Alstas 1238, Dylan had visited her as there had been reports about the Soféinaith residence starting to smell of rotten bodies. When Fiona answered the door, she asked if there would be a day when the elves would forgive her for her parents' wrongdoings. Dylan, who was tired and fed up with Fiona's emotional nature, informed her that the only way she could make it up to the thousands who died, as well as the 14 original dullahans save for Gerald as his father was also involved, was for her to pay with her life

Fiona nodded, grateful that even with her failing memory and cursed existence, Dylan provided her with sound advice and thanked him profusely. The Eleventh Dullahan then left, grumbling about how Fiona should clean up her place lest he was forced to make an unwanted trip to the Soféinaith residence. She did what Dylan had grumbled about and spent four hours cleaning her place, then overdosed on copious amounts of Jilted Lover's Dream, never to wake again...

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Exercise Bushido Guardian brings together Japan and Australia

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 09/08/2023 - 12:00 in Military

Three of the six F-35A fighters of the Royal Australian Air Force en route to Japan, where they will participate in the joint exercise Bushido Guardian. (Photo: Australian DoD)

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) sent six F-35A Lightning II aircraft to Japan for the first time as part of Exercise Bushido Guardian 23.

The exercise takes place at Komatsu Air Base until September 15 and includes bilateral air combat training between the RAAF and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF).

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The F-35As of the FAAF will conduct training along with the air capabilities of the fourth and fifth generation JASDF, including the Japanese F-35As.

Air Marshal Rob Chipman, Head of the FAAF, said the exercise showed strength in Australia and Japan's commitment to a strong bilateral strategic partnership.

“The Bushido Guardian 23 exercise will increase our interoperability with JASDF, on the ground and in the air,” said Air Marshal Chipman. “Developing a mutual understanding of how each of us operates the F-35A is essential to how Australia and Japan contribute to the collective security of the Indo-Pacific.

"Our aviators will develop their skills abroad, 5,800 kilometers from home, and establish professional relationships with their Japanese colleagues."

The first Bushido Guardian Exercise was held in Japan in 2019, and this year's exercise is based on the success of the recent cooperation in the Pitch Black and Cope North exercises.

“The Bushido Guardian 2023 exercise follows a visit by the JASDF F-35As to the RAAF Tindal Base, which is the first time that the F-35As from Japan have embarked on an international visit,” said Air Marshal Chipman. "Collaboration in bilateral exercises throughout the Indo-Pacific provides both nations with valuable experiences in overcoming the challenges of distance in our common region."

In August 2023, the Australia-Japan Reciprocal Access Agreement entered into force, providing opportunities for more sophisticated cooperation between both nations.

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SPIRITBOX feat. POPPY ➥ Live at Louder Than Life 2024

[mariacallous]

With the Ford’s departure, the USS Eisenhower is the lone US aircraft carrier in the region as tensions increase over Houthi attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea.

The Houthis have launched dozens of attacks on commercial vessels since October 7, saying they are acting in solidarity with Hamas amid the group’s war with Israel.

Over the weekend, US forces, including helicopters operating off the Eisenhower, had their first deadly confrontation with Houthi units, sinking three Houthi boats that had attacked a commercial ship and fired at the US copters that came to its aid.

“The US Navy helicopters returned fire in self-defense, sinking three of the four small boats, and killing the crews. The fourth boat fled the area,” a statement from US Central Command said.

US Sixth Fleet said even with the departure of the Ford, the US Navy retains “extensive capability both in the Mediterranean and across the Middle East.���

The Sixth Fleet statement said the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan, which can carry Marine Corps F-35 stealth fighters, as well as the dock landing ship USS Carter Hall and amphibious transport dock USS Mesa Verde were operating together in the eastern Mediterranean.

US guided-missile destroyers, including some of which have brought down Houthi drones and missiles in recent weeks, are also in the region, Sixth Fleet said.

In addition, the US has begun Operation Prosperity Guardian, a maritime coalition aimed at beefing up security in the southern Red Sea.

“We are collaborating with Allies and partners to bolster maritime security in the region. DoD will continue to leverage its collective force posture in the region to deter any state or non-state actor from escalating this crisis beyond Gaza,” the Sixth Fleet statement said.

[jcmarchi]

Microelectronics projects awarded CHIPS and Science Act funding

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Microelectronics projects awarded CHIPS and Science Act funding

MIT and Lincoln Laboratory are participants in four microelectronics proposals selected for funding to the Northeast Microelectronics Coalition (NEMC) Hub. The funding comes from the Microelectronics Commons, a $2 billion initiative of the CHIPS and Science Act to strengthen U.S. leadership in semiconductor manufacturing and innovation. The regional awards are among 33 projects announced as part of a $269 million federal investment.

U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and White House officials announced the awards during an event on Sept. 18, hosted by the NEMC Hub at MIT Lincoln Laboratory. The NEMC Hub, a division of the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, leads a network of more than 200 member organizations across the region to enable the lab-to-fab transition of critical microelectronics technologies for the DoD. The NEMC Hub is one of eight regional hubs forming a nationwide chip network under the Microelectronics Commons and is executed through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division and the National Security Technology Accelerator (NSTXL).

“The $38 million in project awards to the NEMC Hub are a recognition of the capability, capacity, and commitment of our members,” said Mark Halfman, NEMC Hub director. “We have a tremendous opportunity to grow microelectronics lab-to-fab capabilities across the Northeast region and spur the growth of game-changing technologies.”

“We are very pleased to have Lincoln Laboratory be a central part of the vibrant ecosystem that has formed within the Microelectronics Commons program,” said Mark Gouker, assistant head of the laboratory’s Advanced Technology Division and NEMC Hub advisory group representative. “We have made strong connections to academia, startups, DoD contractors, and commercial sector companies through collaborations with our technical staff and by offering our microelectronics fabrication infrastructure to assist in these projects. We believe this tighter ecosystem will be important to future Microelectronics Commons programs as well as other CHIPS and Science Act programs.”

The nearly $38 million award to the NEMC Hub is expected to support six collaborative projects, four of which will involve MIT and/or Lincoln Laboratory.

“These projects promise significant gains in advanced microelectronics technologies,” said Ian A. Waitz, MIT’s vice president for research. “We look forward to working alongside industry and government organizations in the NEMC Hub to strengthen U.S. microelectronics innovation, workforce and education, and lab-to-fab translation.”

The projects selected for funding support key technology areas identified in the federal call for competitive proposals. MIT campus researchers will participate in a project advancing commercial leap-ahead technologies, titled “Advancing DoD High Power Systems: Transition of High Al% AlGaN from Lab to Fab,” and another in the area of 5G/6G, called “Wideband, Scalable MIMO arrays for NextG Systems: From Antennas to Decoders.”

Researchers both at Lincoln Laboratory and on campus will contribute to a quantum technology project called “Community‐driven Hybrid Integrated Quantum‐Photonic Integrated circuits (CHIQPI).”

Lincoln Laboratory researchers will also participate in the “Wideband Same‐Frequency STAR Array Platform Based on Heterogeneous Multi-Domain Self‐Interference Cancellation” project.

The anticipated funding for these four projects follows a $7.7 million grant awarded earlier this year to MIT from the NEMC Hub, alongside an agreement between MIT and Applied Materials, to add advanced nanofabrication equipment and capabilities to MIT.nano.

The funding comes amid construction of the Compound Semiconductor Laboratory – Microsystem Integration Facility (CSL-MIF) at Lincoln Laboratory. The CSL-MIF will complement Lincoln Laboratory’s existing Microelectronics Laboratory, which has remained the U.S. government’s most advanced silicon-based research and fabrication facility for decades. When completed in 2028, the CSL-MIF is expected to play a vital role in the greater CHIPS and Science Act ecosystem.

“Lincoln Laboratory has a long history of developing advanced microelectronics to enable critical national security systems,” said Melissa Choi, Lincoln Laboratory director. “We are excited to embark on these awarded projects, leveraging our microelectronics facilities and partnering with fellow hub members to be at the forefront of U.S. microelectronics innovation.”

Officials who spoke at the Sept. 18 event emphasized the national security and economic imperatives to building a robust microelectronics workforce and innovation network.

“The Microelectronics Commons is an essential part of the CHIPS and Science Act’s whole-of-government approach to strengthen the U.S. microelectronics ecosystem and secure lasting technical leadership in this critical sector,” said Dev Shenoy, the principal director for microelectronics in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering. “I believe in the incredible impact this work will have for American economies, American defense, and the American people.”

“The secret sauce of what made the U.S. the lead innovator in the world for the last 100 years was the coming together of the U.S. government and the public sector, together with the private sector and teaming up with academia and research,” said Amos Hochstein, special presidential coordinator for global infrastructure and energy security at the U.S. Department of State. “That is what enabled us to be the forefront of innovation and technology, and that is what we have to do again.”

[hallmark-movie-fanatics]

Hallmark Teams Up With U.S. Air Force for Upcoming Romance, Filmed Scenes on Nevada Base (Variety Exclusive)

Hallmark Movies and the United States Air Force Thunderbirds have collaborated to produce the upcoming romantic film “Come Fly With Me,” set to premiere on Sept. 15 at 9 p.m. ET. on Hallmark Moves & Mysteries.

Directed by Michael Robison, the film stars Heather Hemmens as Capt. Emma Fitzgerald, who receives a two year assignment at Nellis Air Force Base with the Thunderbirds team, the Air Force’s famed demonstration squadron. While there, her daughter Lucy (Pietra Castro) becomes friends with Alice (Georgia Acken), the daughter of a civilian widower named Paul (Niall Matter). The two girls hatch a plan to bring their single parents together, with Lucy hoping it will keep her mother from continuing to move around.

“Emma and Paul are drawn to each other and a spark develops, but Emma is overwhelmed by the demands of her Thunderbirds training and tells him she needs to focus on her flying,” the official description reads.”But when Alice’s health suddenly worsens, the thing keeping Emma and Paul apart could be what ultimately brings them all together.”

“Through this beautiful story, Hallmark Media is honored to celebrate and thank the commitment made by members of the military – and their families – as they serve our country,” says Elizabeth Yost, senior vice president of development, programming at Hallmark Media. “It is a long-standing priority for us to create movies set in this world, which resonate strongly with our viewers. We’re so proud to partner with the United States Air Force and DoD to bring this special, heartfelt story to life.”

To read the full article at Variety just click this LINK.

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Courts need secure video solutions for virtual courts, such as Troop Messenger. Start conversating with the wide range of features and facilities available within this secure communication for court and justice department that helps have seamless virtual court proceedings.

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11. Intelligence Agencies: Use this modern, agile, and sophisticated instant messenger for intelligence in your country’s internal and external intelligence agencies to encrypt and safeguard the flow of critical conversations while protecting your nation against domestic and foreign threats.

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12. IT and Software Development: In the fast-paced world of IT and software development, effective collaboration is paramount for project success. Troop Messenger is Best messaging app for IT and Software Development compenies.

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15. Finance and Banking: Security and compliance are paramount in the finance and banking industry. Troop Messenger offers end-to-end encryption and compliance features, ensuring secure communication among financial professionals while facilitating collaboration on transactions, compliance tasks, and risk management.

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Troop Messenger is a centralised, secure digital platform that helps with team or interdepartmental communication. It is a solution designed to offer secure communications for Intelligence Agency Communication Solutions via message, phone, conference, and share screen, among many other time-saving productivity collaboration features.

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Store your private and confidential call and conversation data inside your data centers using the highly secure and readily deployable on premise service paradigm! We developed this self-hosted collaboration solution with chat server that is compatible with the intranet to facilitate seamless workplace communication.

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Troop-GRIT is an On premise Chat Server edition of the Troop Messenger team collaboration application. That being said, you can deploy the self-managed Troop-GRIT on your local or on-premise servers to avoid third-party access to the application, such as from the public internet or any other means.

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Do you know that during the pandemic, some free live chat apps in India rescued the majority of businesses akin to online chat apps emphasizing the value of team communication while working remotely, amid the pandemic? These applications and website chat apps became an essential tool for keeping in touch with customers, clients, vendors, and others.

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Troop Messenger, is one of the best team collaboration tools, offering real-time messaging, remote access, screen-sharing, and other features.

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Screen sharing is one of the best dynamic collaboration features of Troop Messenger that allows members to share their screens during a chat conversation. Recipients can see real-time changes on the presenter's screen.

Troop Messenger's screen share function is powerful for enhancing team collaboration and conversation. With its smooth setup, interactive equipment, and strong security features, the Screen Sharing App on Troop Messenger permits green and productive virtual meetings. Whether you're conducting a presentation, troubleshooting trouble, or brainstorming together with your team, Troop Messenger makes display sharing simple and effective.

Features that Propel Team Collaboration

Troop Messenger offers a plethora of features geared towards facilitating smooth communication and collaboration among team members. Here's a closer look at some of its standout features:

Instant Messaging: With Troop Messenger, exchanging messages in real-time has never been easier. Whether you're seeking quick updates or engaging in brainstorming sessions, the app enables instant communication, fostering agility and responsiveness within teams.

File Sharing: Gone are the days of cumbersome email exchanges. Troop Messenger allows users to effortlessly share files of various formats, including documents, images, videos, and more. This feature ensures that crucial information is readily accessible to team members, promoting efficiency and productivity.

Group Chats: Collaboration often involves multiple stakeholders. Troop Messenger simplifies group communication by offering robust group chat functionality. Users can create dedicated chat groups for projects, departments, or specific topics, enabling seamless collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Voice and Video Calls: Sometimes, a face-to-face conversation is necessary to convey complex ideas or resolve issues effectively. Troop Messenger supports voice and video calls, allowing team members to connect instantly and engage in productive discussions irrespective of their physical location.

Integration Capabilities: Troop Messenger seamlessly integrates with a variety of third-party applications commonly used in the workplace, such as Google Drive, Dropbox, Trello, and more. This integration enhances workflow efficiency by centralizing communication and eliminating the need to switch between multiple platforms.

Remote Screen Share: Reach out to your remotest office teams with Troop Messenger’s productive and ultra-new screen share feature.

End-to-End Encryption: Your work conversations are under your complete control! Chats, calls, and conferences are end-to-end encrypted in this office chat app.

Conclusion

It becomes clear that Troop Messenger is a flexible and essential tool for encouraging teamwork and communication in a variety of industries. Troop Messenger is an office chat app that helps businesses meet their goals faster by streamlining processes, increasing productivity, and providing industry-specific solutions. Its extensive feature set and user-friendly design make it the ideal choice for any kind of organisation. Troop Messenger is the best team collaboration app for business talks and is suitable for nonprofit organisations, large corporations, and startups alike. It makes teamwork simple and boosts productivity in the digital sphere.

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Aerospace And Defense Materials Market — Industry Analysis, Market Size, Share, Trends, Growth And Forecast 2024–2030

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The report “Aerospace and Defense Materials Market– Forecast (2024–2030)”, by IndustryARC, covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments of the Aerospace and Defense Materials market. By Product Forms: Round Products (Bar, Rod, Pipe, Others), Flat Products (Slab, Plat, Sheet, Others), Net-shaped products (Forging, Near-net-shaped powdered products, Machined components) By Material: Metals & Alloys (Aluminum, Titanium alloys, Nickel-based alloys, Steels, Superalloys, Tungsten, Niobium, Others), Composites, Plastics, (Polyetheretherketone (PEEK), Polyamide-imide (PAI), Others), Others By Application: Airframe, Cabin interior, Propulsion, Aero Engine, Naval System, Weapons, Navigation and sensors, Satellites, and Others. By End-use Industry: Aircrafts (Wide Body Aircrafts, Single Aisle Aircrafts, Regional Transport Aircrafts), Rotorcrafts, Spacecrafts, Others. By Geography: North America, South America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, RoW

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Key Takeaways

Innovation in the realm of aerospace and defense materials is being fueled by ongoing advancements in materials science and engineering. The development of stronger, more resilient, and lighter materials such as improved composites and alloys is made possible by these breakthroughs. These materials are essential for increasing performance, reducing fuel consumption, and extending the life of defense and aerospace systems. For instance, the use of carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRP) in airplane components has significantly reduced weight without sacrificing structural integrity, saving fuel and improving performance. The fabrication of complicated geometries and bespoke components is made possible by developments in additive manufacturing techniques, which further expand the capabilities of materials used in aerospace and defense.

Several nations’ governments are making significant investments in R&D projects to create cutting-edge defense and aerospace technologies. For instance, as per the International Trade Administration, Canada has aerospace sector spent more than C$680 million (about $523 million) on research and development in 2022, making it more than 2.3 times more intensive than the industrial average. For the first C$2 million (about $1.55 million) in eligible R&D expenses, the Canadian government offers complete write-offs of R&D capital and equipment. This encourages businesses in the Canadian sector to maintain an advantage over rivals worldwide.

As per the Indian Brand Equity Foundation, with approximately $223 billion in planned capital expenditures for aerospace and defense over the next ten years and a projected $130 billion investment over the medium term, the Indian defense sector is among the biggest and most lucrative in the world. This will contribute to an expansion in the market for aerospace and defense materials.

By Product Forms — Segment Analysis Flat Products dominated the Aerospace and defense materials market in 2023. Advanced high-strength steel alloys and aluminum are examples of flat products that combine strength and lightweight. For aerospace applications, where a lighter aircraft can result in significant fuel savings and increased efficiency, this weight reduction is essential. For instance, in October 2023, GKN Aerospace and IperionX, a titanium developer located in North Carolina, joined to supply titanium plate test components that are produced using powder metallurgy and titanium angular powder processes. The main goal of this collaboration is to manufacture high-performance titanium plates for testing purposes at GKN Aerospace. It ends with the possibility of future cooperation between GKN Aerospace and IperionX, especially for projects related to the Department of Defense (DoD) in the United States.

Slabs provide industrial flexibility since they can be further processed to create a variety of products, including plates, sheets, strips, and structural elements. Because of the material’s adaptability, aerospace and defense companies can create a vast array of parts and structures and tailor them to match particular design specifications. For structural elements including fuselage skins, wing panels, bulkheads, floor beams, and armor plating, slabs are widely employed in aerospace and defense applications. For the structural loads, vibrations, and difficult operating conditions found in aerospace and defense settings, slabs offer the strength, stiffness, and longevity needed.

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By Material — Segment Analysis Metals & Alloys dominated the aerospace and defense materials market in 2023. The aerospace industry relies heavily on various metals due to their unique properties. To safely interact with and complement the new composite materials that are rapidly taking over the aerospace industry. Metal alloys like titanium and nickel-based superalloys are replacing aluminum structures in applications requiring extraordinarily high strength-to-weight ratios. The demand for Superalloys based on nickel, cobalt, and iron is also increasing which makes them perfect for hot applications in jet engines. For example, in June 2023, ATI Allvac, which manufactures nickel-base and cobalt-base superalloys, titanium-base alloys, and specialty steels for the aerospace industry, said that it had received an estimated $1.2 billion in new sales commitments from major aerospace and defense industries. For instance, in October 2023, Novelis, a global leader in aluminum rolling and recycling and a top supplier of sustainable aluminum solutions, announced that it had extended its agreement with Airbus. This agreement strengthens Novelis’s long-standing relationship with Airbus and highlights the company’s leadership position in supplying cutting-edge aluminum products and services to the commercial aircraft sector. In October 2022, Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI) and Boeing India announced a collaboration to create raw materials for the aerospace industry. MIDHANI is a state-owned steel component, superalloy, and other material provider.

By Application — Segment Analysis Cabin interior dominated the aerospace and defense materials market in 2023. Adoption of new technologies, such as additive manufacturing, has the potential to transform supply chains and product design, driving higher demand for materials used in cabin interiors.  For example, in February 2023, Chromatic 3D Materials, a 3D-printing technology enterprise, announced that their thermoset polyurethanes passed 14 CFR vertical burn tests, demonstrating anti-flammability norms for airworthiness. The successful examination indicates that the abrasion-resistant materials can be used to 3D-print a wide range of airline parts, including elastomeric components for stowage compartments and ornamental panels, as well as ductwork, cargo liners, fabric sealing, and other applications.  There has been an increase in demand lately for business jets and older aircraft to be repaired and renovated. For instance, in November 2022, Emirates invested $2 bn and began its huge 2-year refurbishment program with the first of 120 aircraft slated for a full cabin interior upgrade and the installation of the airline’s most recent Premium Economy seats. Similarly, refurbishment activities are expected to strengthen the market throughout the forecast period.

By End-use Industry- Segment Analysis Aircrafts dominated the aerospace and defense materials market in 2023. There is a growing usage of high-performance materials in commercial aircraft applications. for example, Boeing estimates that the airline industry will need more than 44,000 new commercial aircraft by 2038, with a total estimated value of $6.8 trillion. All these aircraft employ composite materials. Aircraft manufacturers are producing new commercial, military, and general aviation aircraft models, which necessitate the use of modern materials with higher performance and lower weight. As a result, the emphasis is shifting toward newer material technologies such as composites. Also, wide-body jet engines have undergone significant transformations in recent years, due to the development of turbofan engines and the use of fuel-efficient techniques. These transformations are expected to increase the market growth.

By Geography — Segment Analysis North America dominated the aerospace and defense materials market in 2023. In terms of aerospace and defense technologies, the United States and Canada are at the forefront. New, high-performance materials utilized in these industries are developed as a result of ongoing discoveries and developments in materials science. The defense budget of the United States is among the highest in the world. High levels of government investment in defense raise the need for cutting-edge materials for use in aircraft, military hardware, and other defense systems. For instance, as per the International Trade Administration, Canada has aerospace sector spent more than C$680 million (about $523 million) on research and development in 2022, making it more than 2.3 times more intensive than the industrial average. For the first C$2 million (about $1.55 million) in eligible R&D expenses, the Canadian government offers complete write-offs of R&D capital and equipment. This encourages businesses in the Canadian sector to maintain an advantage over rivals worldwide. On 11 December 2023, The Department of Defense’s (DoD) Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) Program and the Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation® (IACMI) announced a national initiative to help meet critical defense needs in the casting and forging industry for the United States. Curriculum creation for a series of stackable training opportunities in the metals industry, with an emphasis on the development of trades and engineering workers, is currently underway as part of the multi-year agreement between DoD and IACMI.

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Drivers — Aerospace and Defense Materials Market • The Growing Demand for Lightweight and High-strength Materials The growing need for lightweight and high-strength materials is driving substantial growth in the global aerospace and defense materials market. Due to their high strength-to-weight ratios, lightweight materials like carbon fiber composites, titanium alloys, and advanced polymers are in high demand by the aerospace and defense industries. These materials not only reduce aircraft weight but also improve structural integrity, which lowers operating costs and fuel efficiency.  High-strength and lightweight materials have always been essential to building aircraft that are both fuel-efficient and highly effective. aluminum is a major material used to make aircraft. Aluminum was utilized in the production of several aircraft components, including the fuselage and other primary engine sections since it was lightweight, affordable, and easily accessible. Since then, innovative materials have been used to improve aircraft design, including composites (made of carbon and glass fiber, polymeric and epoxy resins) and metals (titanium, steel, new AI alloys). For instance, on 23 October 2023, The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) under the Biden-Harris administration selected the American Aerospace Materials Manufacturing Center as one of the 31 first Tech Hubs nationwide. About 50 public and private partners are brought together by Gonzaga University’s AAMMC Tech Hub to foster innovation and development manufacturing of composite materials for the next generation of lightweight, environmentally friendly aircraft. For instance, in 2020, NASA engineers have created novel materials that can be utilized to create better aircraft engines and related system elements. Silicon Carbide (SiC) Fiber-Reinforced SiC Ceramic Matrix Composites (SiC/SiC CMCs) are one of these materials. For high-performance machinery, such as aircraft engines, that must run for lengthy periods under harsh conditions, this lightweight, reusable fiber material is perfect. In between maintenance cycles, SiC fibers are robust enough to endure months or even years, and they can tolerate temperatures as high as 2,700 degrees Fahrenheit.

• The Global Civil Aviation Industry is Expanding Rapidly The global civil aviation industry’s explosive expansion is one of the key factors propelling the aerospace and defense materials market. The aerospace and defense materials industry’s demand for materials is heavily influenced by several interrelated factors, all of which contribute to its rise The rise in air travel worldwide, which is being driven by urbanization and increased disposable incomes, is one of the main factors. The increased demand for commercial air travel as a result has forced airlines to modernize and grow their fleets. The pressure on aerospace manufacturers to make sophisticated, lightweight, and fuel-efficient aircraft is pushing the development of advanced alloys, lightweight composites, and high-performance materials that promote environmental sustainability and passenger safety. For instance, the aviation industry is and will continue to expand rapidly. The International Civil Aviation Organization’s most recent projections indicate that throughout the next 20 years, the demand for air travel will rise by an average of 4.3% per year. For instance, according to the IBEF, India is the third-biggest domestic air travel market globally. By 2024, the domestic aviation market in India is expected to grow to $30 billion, ranking third globally. The aviation industry has benefited from an increase in the proportion of middle-class households, fierce rivalry among low-cost carriers, considerable airport infrastructure investment, and a favorable political climate.

Challenges — Aerospace and Defense Materials Market • Stringent regulations and certifications Strict quality and safety regulations apply to the aerospace and defense sectors, which can present difficulties for suppliers and manufacturers of materials. To guarantee safety, dependability, and compliance, materials used in aerospace and defense must meet strict regulatory requirements and certifications. Because materials must go through lengthy testing and validation procedures, meeting these standards increases the production process complexity and cost. For aerospace and defense materials, obtaining regulatory licenses and certifications is an expensive and time-consuming procedure. It entails thorough testing, documentation, and adherence to legal requirements set forth by governing bodies like the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) in Europe or the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the United States. Smaller manufacturers or new entrants may be discouraged from entering the market due to the substantial time and resource investment necessary.

Market Landscape Technology launches and R&D activities are key strategies adopted by players in the Aerospace and Defense Materials market. In 2023, the Aerospace and Defense Materials market share has been consolidated by the major players accounting for 80% of the share. Major players in the Aerospace and Defense Materials are Alcoa Corporation, Novelis Inc., Thyssenkrupp Aerospace, Toray Industries Inc., Mitsubishi Chemical Group, Teijin Limited, Hexcel, Allegheny Technologies, Constellium, Solvay S.A., Formosa, SGL Group, Kobe Steel Ltd., among others.

Developments:

In October 2023, Novelis and Airbus inked a contract to continue their cooperation. The deal strengthens Novelis and Airbus’s long-standing cooperation and highlights the company’s leadership in developing cutting-edge aluminum goods and solutions for the commercial aircraft sector.

In June 2023, as a strategic partner of Spirit’s Aerospace Innovation Centre (AIC) in Prestwick, Scotland, Solvay and Spirit AeroSystems (Europe) Limited have deepened their partnership. Together with Spirit’s academic, industrial, and supply-chain partners, the AIC fosters cooperative research into environmentally friendly aircraft technology and procedures.

In June 2022, Sikorsky granted Hexcel Corporation a long-term contract to supply cutting-edge composite structures for the CH-53K King Stallion heavy lift helicopter. This funding has significantly increased the Hexcel composite composition of the airplane.

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