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Video: #65: Paint Technology Center of Expertise

June 30, 2026 Christopher Kieffer Civil Works, Installations and Operational Environments, video podcasts 0 Comments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk50pL_EtQQ Protecting critical infrastructure starts at the surface. For ERDC researchers working in coatings science, that surface determines performance, longevity and cost. Brooke Divan, a research physical scientist at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Paint Technology Center of Expertise, supports projects across the country by connecting coatings science with real-world infrastructure performance. Her…

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Video: #64: TAK: Global situational awareness tool for Warfighters, first responders

June 23, 2026 Christopher Kieffer Military Engineering, video podcasts 0 Comments

Originally developed to provide global operational reach for elite special operations units, the Team Awareness Kit (TAK) — also known as the Tactical Assault Kit — has matured into an advanced situational awareness ecosystem. This powerful suite of geospatial mapping applications and mission-planning tools delivers secure, real-time communication and critical data to operators across the…

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Video: #63: Accelerating port assessments for contested logistics

June 16, 2026 Christopher Kieffer Military Engineering, video podcasts 0 Comments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=de9OfDWitXY In contested environments, ports are no longer guaranteed. They are vulnerable, high-value nodes that can determine a mission’s success or failure. In this episode, Dr. Aaron Byrd, ERDC research civil engineer, explains how ERDC is developing tools that help planners rapidly assess port capacity, identify vulnerabilities, and make faster logistics decisions. Learn how the…

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Video: #62: Advanced Materials

June 10, 2026 Christopher Kieffer Civil Works, Military Engineering, video podcasts 0 Comments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lp5jVYQdVI0&list=PL5ozPBRipIEVTdmMZYy4DPvP4Wa0PI4YQ&index=1 From energy absorption to temperature resistance to self-healing, polymers hold vast potential. ERDC is combining its historic materials expertise with cutting-edge polymer research to unlock unique properties for the Warfighter and the nation. ERDC’s work is enabling advanced materials with diverse military and civil works applications, such as stopping projectiles, resisting corrosion and visualizing…

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#61: ERDC collaboration with industry is accelerating operational energy capabilities

June 2, 2026 Christopher Kieffer Military Engineering, video podcasts Comments Off on #61: ERDC collaboration with industry is accelerating operational energy capabilities

Modern military command and control units demand an unprecedented amount of power in the field, pushing traditional fuel resupply lines to their logistical limits and risking Warfighter lives. To confront this challenge, and overcome the risk to life and equipment, the Department of War and ERDC are accelerating the development of operational energy sources to…

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Video: #60: Building Airfields at the Speed of Mission

May 26, 2026 Christopher Kieffer Military Engineering, video podcasts Comments Off on Video: #60: Building Airfields at the Speed of Mission

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=olmvvUOdkn0 In a contested environment, the ability to land, refuel and launch aircraft can determine mission success. Dr. Abby Cisko, a research mechanical engineer at ERDC’s Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory, is helping modernize how U.S. Forces build and sustain expeditionary airfields in austere conditions. Legacy airfield matting systems, like the decades-old AM2, remain effective but…

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Video: #58: Energy Resilience in the Arctic

May 12, 2026 Christopher Kieffer Civil Works, Installations and Operational Environments, video podcasts Comments Off on Video: #58: Energy Resilience in the Arctic

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVMGf7TGpLo As the Department of War increases its focus on the Arctic, ensuring our forces can operate effectively in one of the world’s harshest environments has become a critical priority. From energy and infrastructure to the simple challenge of keeping equipment from freezing, the region’s demands require new and creative solutions, including the Mobile Insulation…

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Video: #57: CAD/BIM Technical Center of Expertise

May 5, 2026 Christopher Kieffer Civil Works, video podcasts Comments Off on Video: #57: CAD/BIM Technical Center of Expertise

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJlPjzVm9Xw Technological advancements are dramatically changing how facilities are designed, constructed and maintained. Given the rapid pace of change, it is important for the Department of War and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to stay updated on the latest advancements and promote consistent standards across their facilities, while also seeking new innovations to…

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Video: #56: Cross-Laboratory Collaboration

April 28, 2026 Christopher Kieffer Basic Research, Civil Works, Military Engineering, video podcasts Comments Off on Video: #56: Cross-Laboratory Collaboration

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKds2bp5Gqo ERDC has a long legacy of bringing together researchers from various disciplines to make new discoveries that no one could have found alone. That cross-laboratory, cross-disciplinary collaboration is one of ERDC’s greatest strengths, enabling engineers and scientists to tackle problems in innovative ways. However, with seven laboratories spread across four states, it requires intentional…

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Video #55: Hydraulic Structures Experiment and Validation Model

April 21, 2026 Christopher Kieffer Civil Works, video podcasts Comments Off on Video #55: Hydraulic Structures Experiment and Validation Model

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAxzYF9Xynk Once completed, a new ERDC model will fundamentally change the way navigation infrastructure components in our nation are designed, built and tested. The Hydraulic Structures Experiment and Validation Model, currently set to go into operation in 2028, will be a one-of-a-kind testbed, advancing and accelerating the revitalization of our nation’s waterways. On this episode,…

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