AFWERX Accelerate

LAUNCHING A UNIVERSE OF OPPORTUNITY

Join us for this exciting virtual event to learn all about AFWERX’s efforts and partnership opportunities to accelerate collaborative capability development, emerging technology trends, research and development, and fostering innovative and courageous problem-solvers for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force.

International Space Pitch Day

In an effort to redefine the process for contracting international innovators, the UK and USA have partnered together to jointly launch the ‘Allied Defence Accelerator’ which continues the spirit of the two’s historic bond of combined defense initiatives. International Space Pitch Day will serve as the program’s “demo-day” showcasing high potential startups and innovators from around the globe. The event will give entrepreneurs the opportunity to pitch their innovation live to a joint UK-US panel of Program Executive Officers.

Cyber for Space Applications Demo Day

Join us for the AFRL/RV sponsored Cyber for Space Applications Demo Day on November 19 at 10:00AM Mountain Time! This is the capstone element of the Catalyst Space Accelerator Spring cohort was focused on Cyber for Space. See eight groundbreaking cyber technologies followed by virtual networking where you can meet all eight cohort companies!

The Catalyst Space Accelerator (catalystaccelerator.space) is one of the Space Force Accelerators operated by AFRL/RV.

Hyperspace Challenge 2020 Demo Day

The national space community recognizes the need for highly autonomous, on-orbit operational spacecraft capable of an increasing number of complex tasks, but at the same time asks, how can we be certain that the platforms & algorithms being utilized for space operations can be relied upon? How can we trust autonomy? The Hyperspace Challenge, launched in 2018, is a business accelerator fueled by the U.S. Space Force and Air Force Research Lab, in partnership with CNM Ingenuity, to support the Space Vehicles directorate and our U.S. government personnel everywhere.

Ohio Space Forum

The Ohio Space Forum will bring together federal, military, industry, and academic leaders in the dynamic fields of space research, operations, intelligence, exploration and defense. Speakers will address Ohio’s space history, and how the state continues to play a leading role. Learn more about growth opportunities for businesses in Ohio as we continue to support our nation’s vital space missions.

Ohio Aerospace & Defense Forum

With Special Guest U.S. Congressman Michael Turner

The Dayton Development Coalition, along with many key partners and sponsors, hosts the annual state-wide Ohio Defense and Aerospace Forum. The Forum is for defense installation leadership, community leaders, industry representatives, and elected officials to connect, build awareness, and gain a deeper understanding of the current defense environment, and the role they play in supporting all facets of national defense.

Virtual Fuze Conference (vFuze)

This year, the Fuze Section of NDIA’s Munitions Technology Division is hosting its first-ever virtual conference—vFuze. To take place on a digital platform with proven success, vFuze will bring the global fuze community together to advance the field and art of fuzing for the benefit of our current and future warfighters. Given the event’s virtual format, participants will be able to hear from top speakers, engage in open and in-depth conversations, and ultimately discover the latest and greatest fuze technology and innovations—all from the comfort of their own homes or offices.

AFWERX Fusion 2020

AFWERX Fusion is a three-day virtual event hosted by AFWERX, the innovation program powered by the United States Air Force. This annual flagship event brings together industry, individual innovators, academia, investors, military, and government team members. The goal of this event is to present innovative solutions for Air Force areas of interest and facilitate an environment of connection and collaboration.