Army Lab Partners to Develop Materials

The Army Combat Capabilities Development Command's Army Research Laboratory is teaming up with contractor Lockheed Martin Corp. to develop new synthetic materials to support the warfighter. The recent five-year agreement cements a commitment to invest in synthetic biology. The intent is to enhance Army operations with improvements to advanced specialty paints for corrosion and protection; high-performance optics for drone sensors; and repair of parts and systems for expeditionary forces, according to an Army release. Applications could also include the civilian market, such as development of non-toxic paint with anti-fungal and anti-mold protection and reductions to the size, weight and cost of diagnostic and surgical devices. A formal program launch is set to be announced later this year. Read more at Army.mil.

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