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Aug. 19, 2019
Aim High: The Effects of Online Teaching in Air Force Enlisted Leadership Education

The purpose of this three-stage Delphi study was to analyze the beliefs of a panel of experts in the field of enlisted leadership education concerning the effectiveness of converting the Air Force's Enlisted Professional Military Education program from resident to online instruction. The author
Aug. 9, 2019
Electromagnetic Defense Task Force 2.0—2019 Report

In spring 2019 Air University hosted subject matter experts from across the country to expand on the accomplishments of the inaugural Electromagnetic Defense Task Force (EDTF). Building on the 2018 summit, the 2019 EDTF summit advanced and amplified recommendations to leaders nationwide, ensuring
June 18, 2019
Debating in Hi-Def: The Need for More Detailed Understanding in the Discussion over Autonomous Weapon Systems

JAG School Paper Series, paper no. 2, a runner-up award winner in the 2017 JAG School writing competition, identifies gaps and inaccuracies in the discourse on robots, autonomous weapons, and the law. [Evan K. Field / 2017 / 33 pages / ISSN: 2643-8933 / AU Press Code: JP-002]
June 18, 2019
Taming Killer Robots: Giving Meaning to the “Meaningful Human Control” Standard for Lethal Autonomous Weapon Systems

JAG School Paper Series, paper no. 1, top award winner in the 2017 JAG School writing competition, assesses disparate views on autonomous weapon systems and artificial intelligence and how technological advances relate to the traditional laws of armed conflict and recommends a three-factor test.
June 10, 2019
Masters of Analytical Tradecraft: Certifying the Standards and Analytic Rigor of Intelligence Products

This paper explores analysis in intelligence and evaluates a proposal to certify and convey analytical rigor as it relates to intelligence products. To accomplish this, an examination of intelligence failures was conducted to assess the application of analytical rigor across historic case studies.
June 10, 2019
Revolutionizing Mental Health Care Delivery in the United States Air Force by Shifting the Access Point to Primary Care

This paper received the 2016 USAF Surgeon General Award for best ACSC paper in the medical field. Mental health care demand continues to rise in the Air Force Medical Service (AFMS), and there are not enough mental health personnel to meet the needs of the population. While the US Air Force is
June 10, 2019
Additive Manufacture of Propulsion Systems in Low Earth Orbit

Lifting mass to orbit is one of the most challenging concepts of space travel. This paper proposes a concept of a hub at low Earth orbit (LEO) that additively manufactures or more colloquially 3-D prints components of the boost and satellite systems to reduce weight to orbit. A hub at LEO with three
May 23, 2019
Movement and Maneuver in Deep Space: A Framework to Leverage Advanced Propulsion

This analytical study looks at the importance of Deep Space Operations and recommends an approach for senior policy leaders. Section 1 presents a capability requirements definition with candidate solutions and technology strategies. Section 2 recommends an acquisition and organizational approach.
May 13, 2019
Launching the Workhorse: Vertical or Super-Short Takeoff Capabilities for the Next Theater Airlift Aircraft

This study is an assessment of whether the US Air Force should anticipate modernizing its core theater airlift fleet with aircraft designed for super-short takeoffs or landings under rough-field conditions (SSTOL-RF) or aircraft designs focused on vertical takeoffs or landings (VTOL) with secondary
April 30, 2019
JUST DO IT . . . YOURSELF: Implementing 3-D Printing in a Deployed Environment

With increased budget cuts and an aging aircraft fleet, the Air Force is looking for innovative ways to reduce the procurement, transportation, and inventory costs of tools, parts, and supplies. In particular, traditional manufacturing, accounting for inventory, and transporting aircraft parts and

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Aim High: The Effects of Online Teaching in Air Force Enlisted Leadership Education

Electromagnetic Defense Task Force 2.0—2019 Report

Debating in Hi-Def: The Need for More Detailed Understanding in the Discussion over Autonomous Weapon Systems

Taming Killer Robots: Giving Meaning to the “Meaningful Human Control” Standard for Lethal Autonomous Weapon Systems

Masters of Analytical Tradecraft: Certifying the Standards and Analytic Rigor of Intelligence Products

Revolutionizing Mental Health Care Delivery in the United States Air Force by Shifting the Access Point to Primary Care

Additive Manufacture of Propulsion Systems in Low Earth Orbit

Movement and Maneuver in Deep Space: A Framework to Leverage Advanced Propulsion

Launching the Workhorse: Vertical or Super-Short Takeoff Capabilities for the Next Theater Airlift Aircraft

JUST DO IT . . . YOURSELF: Implementing 3-D Printing in a Deployed Environment