News - Page 119

Oct. 9, 2017
Project Management Institute presents “Project Management Processes” luncheon

The Project Management Institute (PMI) Southern Middle Tennessee Branch is holding a luncheon meeting at the University of Tennessee Space Institute on Oct. 19 from 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m.Please join local project management professionals for a time of networking and learning. The guest speaker will be
Oct. 9, 2017
Protect the Power: October is Energy Action Month

October is Energy Action Month and Air Force leadership is heading up a “Protect the Power” Campaign.Power is a critical asset for both Arnold Air Force Base and the community alike. Nearly everything we do revolves around power, from normal day to day conveniences like using a microwave or keeping
Sept. 20, 2017
Arnold AFB Legal Office provides rules for awards between Department of Defense and contractor team members

Near the end of each quarter and again at the end of each calendar year, there is one activity common to military and civilian leaders alike: the nomination of individuals and teams for quarterly, annual and special awards. Good leaders recognize their people for the hard work and effort they put
Sept. 20, 2017
AEDC von Kármán Facility benefits from X-ray Lab team’s innovative efforts

During the recent pressure system recertification effort at the von Kármán Gas Dynamics Facility at Arnold Air Force Base, the AEDC Nondestructive Testing and X-ray Lab team members identified a crack-like flaw in a high-pressure vessel but were able to implement a technique that allowed the vessel
Sept. 20, 2017
AEDC J-5 Rocket Motor Test Facility undergoing complete renovation

As part of the Hypersonic Test and Evaluation Investment Program (HyTIP), a team of AEDC engineers is heading up the Hypersonic Test Capability Improvement (HTCI) project which will totally transform the former J-5 Large Rocket Motor Test Facility at Arnold Air Force Base.Nicknamed, “Project
Sept. 19, 2017
AEDC Fellow Glenn Norfleet remembered for his contributions in ballistic test technology

With the death of AEDC Fellow Glenn Norfleet on Sept. 8, past and present team members of AEDC are remembering Glenn’s ballistic testing contributions.Norfleet began his career at AEDC in 1960, paralleling the nation's entry into the intercontinental ballistic missile era. His technical and
Sept. 5, 2017
AFMC and AFTC commanders tour AEDC facilities at Arnold AFB

Gen. Ellen M. Pawlikowski, Air Force Materiel Command commander (center), and Col. Scott Cain, Arnold Engineering Development Complex commander (right of center), receive a facility briefing and tour of the AEDC J5 Rocket Motor Test Facility by AEDC staff members Aug. 22, 2017. (U.S. Air Force
Sept. 5, 2017
Joint partnership leads to successful swirl distortion testing

An AEDC test team and members of the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) initiated a project in 2011 at the Academy’s F109 turbofan test facility applying swirl distortion to the determination of engine response in terms of aeromechanics, operability and performance.In June of this year, the AEDC test
Sept. 5, 2017
Five team members inducted as American Society of Military Comptrollers officers

On Aug. 17, Steve Passarello administered the oath of office inducting 2017-2019 American Society of Military Comptrollers - Middle Tennessee Chapter officers.The inductees were Darrell Day, president; Rhonda Ward, 1st vice president; Laquisha Highsmith, 2nd vice president; Alveda Gaines, secretary;
Sept. 5, 2017
Team members make a St. Jude donation through golf tournament

When the Lightning Classic Golf Tournament was coordinated for Aug. 4 at the Willowbrook Golf Club in Manchester, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital was selected to receive the proceeds.“This tournament was one of many that we’ve had and it involved effort from several people,” said Roy Mullins,

News Search