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6 Jun 2023
Military History

D-DAY TIMELINE

On June 6th, we commemorate the anniversary of D-Day, the pivotal event in 1944 when the allies accomplished a successful landing in Normandy. This monumental achievement ultimately resulted in Germany's unconditional surrender in 1945.
20 minutes
5 Jun 2023
Technology & Innovation

The Pentagon's Curious New X-Plane Maneuvers Using Only Blasts of Air

The X-65 demonstrator drone, an "experimental uncrewed aircraft," will employ compressed air nozzles for maneuvering instead of traditional control surfaces like flaps, rudders, and spoilers. This nozzle-based system aims to reduce weight, fuel consumption, and complexity while also improving aerodynamic geometry for lower radar signatures.
11 minutes
5 Jun 2023
Military History

All 20 American WW2 Aircraft Carrier Planes, and How Many Were Built

US carrier-based aircraft were crucial in the Pacific theatre. The rugged and reliable Grumman F4F Wildcat was initially the main fighter. However, rapid technological improvements created the F6F Hellcat, which proved highly effective in combat.
18 minutes
4 Jun 2023
Technology & Innovation

How a Rusty B-52 Carcass Is Key to the Bomber’s Big Upgrades

Boeing and Rolls Royce are using an old B-52 in a purpose-built test facility to study the transformation of B-52 H models into modern J models. The process involves incorporating new engines, radar, communication, navigation, and weapon systems.
9 minutes
4 Jun 2023
Military Management

This is how emotionally intelligent leaders handle stress

Applying emotional intelligence principles, specifically focusing on self-awareness and its connection to our physical and mental well-being, can assist in dealing with the challenges of workplace stress.
7 minutes
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6 Jun 2023
Military History

D-DAY TIMELINE

On June 6th, we commemorate the anniversary of D-Day, the pivotal event in 1944 when the allies accomplished a successful landing in Normandy. This monumental achievement ultimately resulted in Germany's unconditional surrender in 1945.
20 minutes
5 Jun 2023
Technology & Innovation

The Pentagon's Curious New X-Plane Maneuvers Using Only Blasts of Air

The X-65 demonstrator drone, an "experimental uncrewed aircraft," will employ compressed air nozzles for maneuvering instead of traditional control surfaces like flaps, rudders, and spoilers. This nozzle-based system aims to reduce weight, fuel consumption, and complexity while also improving aerodynamic geometry for lower radar signatures.
11 minutes
5 Jun 2023
Military History

All 20 American WW2 Aircraft Carrier Planes, and How Many Were Built

US carrier-based aircraft were crucial in the Pacific theatre. The rugged and reliable Grumman F4F Wildcat was initially the main fighter. However, rapid technological improvements created the F6F Hellcat, which proved highly effective in combat.
18 minutes
4 Jun 2023
Technology & Innovation

How a Rusty B-52 Carcass Is Key to the Bomber’s Big Upgrades

Boeing and Rolls Royce are using an old B-52 in a purpose-built test facility to study the transformation of B-52 H models into modern J models. The process involves incorporating new engines, radar, communication, navigation, and weapon systems.
9 minutes

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