As DoD’s weapon systems age, obtaining repair parts can become increasingly challenging as commercial supply sources become scarce. DoD maintainers are often forced to either locally purchase or even manufacture supply parts. Advanced manufacturing technologies such as 3D printing and CAD machines have made producing non-stocked parts increasingly more viable. However, DoD often does not …
The application of human augmentation has demonstrated benefits to include increased productivity and reduced risk of musculoskeletal injuries across a broad range of tasks. This forum will highlight the use of human augmentation technology in maintenance and how it can be utilized to protect our maintainers from injury while increasing productivity. Agenda 1300-1309: Welcome …
Abstract In order for DoD to make data-driven decisions, asset visibility is a must. One of the most complex and vital tasks facing the Department of Defense (DOD) is providing users and sustainment managers with timely and accurate information on the serialized configuration, location, quantity, condition, movement, status, and identity of equipment, materiel, and supplies. …
Agenda 1300-1309: Welcome and Overview – Greg Kilchenstein (OSD) 1309-1310: Administrative Notes – Debbie Lilu (NCMS) 1310-1330: Cold Spray for Structural Items – Vic Champagne (ARL) 1330-1350: Laser Engineered Net Shaping (LENS) – Robert Kestler (NAVAIR, FRC-East) 1350-1410: DMG-Mori – Hybrid Additive & Subtractive Repair – Dr. Greg Hyatt 1410-1425: Laser Additive Manufacturing …
Technology Enhanced Workforce Development Military maintainers are constantly faced with the challenge of learning how to maintain new or different equipment, while also continuing to perform their daily support missions. Conventional methods such as training courses and on-the-job training help build proficiency, but more efficient and modern training tools are also needed. Numerous new technologies …