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Rapid Sustainment Office
AFLCMC/RO
Annual Report 2019
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CONTENTS
01 Overview
03 2020 Significant Events
02 Technology Focus Areas
04 Financials
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OverviewOur ImpactOur ProcessKey AccomplishmentsPitch Day Overview
OVERVIEW01
The RSO was established by the Secretary of the Air Force in July 2018. The mission of the United States Air Force is to defend the United States of America and its global interests—to fly, fight and win in air, space and cyberspace.
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Transform the operations and sustainment enterprise vital to the world’s most advanced Air Force.
MISSION
The RSO increases mission readiness by rapidly identifying, applying and scaling technology essential to the operation and sustainment of the United States Air Force.
Objective
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Our Impact
40+ organizationsThe RSO is supporting over 40 organizations across the Air Force
700+ tails Eight platforms and over 700 tails have RSO technology
25 statesRSO is executing work in 25 states to deliver solutions to the United States Air Force end user
3 top venture capital firmsThree of the top venture capital firms have opened their portfolios to the RSO, thus gaining access to the best technology in the world
10 MAJCOMs of the Air ForceThe RSO works with all ten of the Air Force major commands (MAJCOMs):
Air Combat CommandAir Education & Training CommandAir Force Global Strike CommandAir Force Materiel CommandAir Force Reserve CommandAir Force Space CommandAir Force Special Operations CommandAir Mobility CommandPacific Air ForcesUS Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa
The RSO works with partners across the private and public sectors to bring the most advanced technology to the Air Force’s sustainment enterprise. Some of our partners include: Delta, General Electric, Defense Innovation Unit, Ocupath, IBC Materials, Priomatics and University of Dayton Research Institute.
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Our process
Our approach is a three-step process with distinct but overlapping phases to ensure potential new solutions are prototyped and tested quickly, and optimized for success at scale.
Identify
Identify, assess and develop mature, new and emerging
technologies from across the public and private sectors.
Scale
Deploy technology and processes across the Air Force enterprise that
successfully demonstrate the ability to decrease cost and/or increase readiness.
apply
Rapidly prototype and field in order to validate the
utility of a solution in an Air Force environment.
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oUR pROCESS
December 2019
RSO Innovation Pipeline
December 2018
Identify (49) | Apply (19)
AI/ML
Automation
Rapid & Austere EnvironmentAgile Manufacturing
AR/VR
Digital Environment
Apply (4)
AI/ML - CBM+
Automation
Agile ManufacturingIdentify Apply Scale
Identify Apply Scale
(AM)(CBM+)
The RSO identifies emerging technologies, applies and validates through rapid prototyping and deploys and scales the technology over time. Moving technology from one phase to another is an impressive feat that showcases the rapid deployment of emerging technologies the RSO can achieve. In 2019, the RSO moved from four projects to nineteen projects in the Apply phase, covering three additional focus areas, representing a 200% increase in apply projects.
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Key Accomplishments
Strategy and Implementation
Innovation Funnel
Harnessed by RSO10x Outside investment
Funding
1st round of technology prototype contractsSecured and awarded
In Apply projects200% Increase
Exceeding Objectives in SecAF Charter
Cost Savings / Avoided
$69.8MROI66%
Organization
Key Leadership Positions
Filled 1st Program Offices EstablishedCBM+ and Agile Manufacturing
Technology Areas
Following overwhelming demand signalscaling in progress
Outreach
Government Customers
40+Industry and Academic Engagements
100+
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Pitch Day Overview
Overview
The RSO successfully hosted its first Pitch dayin San Francisco, CA in November 2019. After acomprehensive six-month down-select process,companies were invited to present their solutions to the RSO team and 17 companies were awarded prototype contracts.
Pitch Days 2020
• Building on 2019 successes the RSO is planning three additional Pitch Days in 2020
• 2020 Pitch Days will be held in March (DC), July (Pitch West – San Francisco) and January 2021 (Pitch East – RSO HQ)
Months (Problem to contract awards)
6
Companies Proposed
700+
Phase 1 SBIR Contracts
In Partnership With AFWERX49
Prototype Contracts Value
$17m
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Agile Manufacturing
Pitch Day Awarded Companies
Augmented Reality / Virtual Reality
3D Cloud Carbon Cloud platform that allows the Air Force to capitalize on a network of AM capacity. Ability to view designs, request parts, and securely download files for 3D printing critical parts and tools in the field.
Figure Engineering StealthStrip low-noise abrasive blasting technology for use in dry ice blasting, significantly lowering the sound generated by the process and enabling it for use in aircraft MRO processes.
ReliaCoat Develop thermal spray digital thread platform in propulsion aero-engine applications.
VEXTEC Corp AM process allows each layer to be inspected with in-situ process monitoring using thermal, optical, or spectroscopy methods as the part is built to determine defect location, size, and morphology; thus creating a Microstructural Digital Twin (MDT).
VRgluv Lightweight, wireless, and rugged force feedback haptic glove for virtual reality that tracks your fingers and applies forces across your hands.
Optimal Synthesis Applications involving human-automation interactions, a two-way speech interface for effective and efficient mode to complement more common interface designs involving graphical and haptic modes.
Roy Operating Company
AR safety glass attachment that fulfills safety guidelines for work in the field and allows users to view schematics and live overlays, recognize equipment, and diagnose & troubleshoot.
Ocupath Workforce Effectiveness Augmented Reality (WEAR) training program is a software-based tool that leverages embodied cognition with AR to create highly engaging and impactful training.
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Artificial intelligence / Machine Learning
VertiPrime Encrypted private distributed ledger (blockchain) that contains critical manufacturing codes generated by CAD programs and connects via encrypted P2P protocol via an Internet-of-Things (IoT) array of 3D modern CNC machines.
Pandata Data Quality Method using AI/ML to automatically validate and qualify all signals/data that are collected to make maintenance, optimization, automation, and training more reliable.
C3.ai Scalable, production-ready commercial enterprise software Platform as a Services (PaaS) for developing and operating big data, predictive and prescriptive analytics, and IoT software applications including AI and machine learning-based analytics decision tools such as predictive mx and multi-domain command & control.
Automation & Robotics
IBC Materials Fast and environmentally friendly paint removal process based on IBC’s Plasma Electrolytic De-Paint (PEDP) technology that will provide significant time, cost and environmental savings.
Servenity Robotic automation; software product where bots mimic human interaction with systems and applications through existing user interfaces.
Data & Digital Environment
Priomatics Inc. Cloud based platform that collects and integrates data from individual pieces of equipment and other components within a facility.
Beacon Software tool set that uses large amounts of data and automates many Air Force flightline processes.
Rapid & Austere Mx environment
Event 38 E400 commercial fixed wing UAV; collects high resolution, high accuracy imagery for areas between 300 and 2,000 acres, ideal for runway inspections and other survey applications.
Pvilion Integrated suite of solar-powered fabric products into USAF systems to provide mobile, durable, and adaptable power; to support rapid and austere deployment requirements.
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Artificial IntelligenceAgile ManufacturingAutomation and RoboticsData and Digital EnvironmentsAugmented Reality / Virtual RealityRapid and Austere Maintenance Environments
TechnologyFocus Areas
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The RSO has doubled the number of areas where they are identifying, applying and scaling since the three primary focus areas in December 2018. Today, the RSO is focused on a set of six core technology areas where emerging and commercial technology solutions have outsized impact on increasing readiness and decreasing costs.
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Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Successful implementation of artificial intelligence will reduce unscheduled maintenance and facilitate a digital flight-line. Will streamline maintenance operations, optimize the supply chain, and improve asset generation and fleet awareness.
cbm+CBM+ enables more efficient weapon system sustainment by transforming the sustainment data we have into valuable knowledge about the condition of components on weapon systems. This new knowledge enables USAF maintenance organizations to optimize maintenance plans and ensure that asset health can meet mission needs.
Accomplishments
• Fielded CBM+ to over 700 aircraft in USAF fleet
• Trained 66 maintenance units on CBM+
• Deployed 178 (and growing) algorithms
• Removed 105 parts before they failed
• 5,000 hours of troubleshooting time saved
• Began evaluation on more than 179 parts for premature failure
• Launched CBM+ on three new platforms – F-15, B-52, and C-17
2020 Opportunities
• Scale CBM+ to 16 total USAF platforms
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AGILE MANUFACTURING
Overview
The RSO is working to identify, develop, transition, and scale AM technology for the advancement of the Sustainment enterprise. The AM PMO will leverage mature, new, and emerging AM technology to reduce O&S costs and improve readiness.
Accomplishments
• Delivered 972 AM metal and polymer parts
• 153 parts flying on various airframes
• Delivered 130 Technical Data Packages
• Hosted first Additive Manufacturing Academic Symposium, 80+ academic attendees
• Hosted second Additive Manufacturing Technical Interchange Meeting, 200 industry and DoD attendees
2020 Opportunities
• Marketplace: Institutionalize AM printing across enterprise
• Execute inaugural Advanced Manufacturing Olympics
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Automation and Robotics
Overview
Automate to max extent sustainment processes where cost or time savings are attainable. Focus on commercial solutions to deliver capability and grow expertise based on customer pull. Identify leading industry partners to provide cutting edge sustainment services driven by organic capability gaps.
Accomplishments
• 21 F-16 Aircraft Processed With Robotic Laser Coating Removal System (RLCRS) at Hill AFB, UT
• 2nd RLCRS Achieved Initial Operating Capability at Hill AFB, UT
• Completed First Prototype Remote Aircraft Positioner for USAF Fighter Aircraft
2020 Opportunities
Robotic Paint/Depaint
• Off-Aircraft Components
• Engine Air Intakes
• Fighter-Size Full Outer Mold Line
• Plastic Media Blast: Engine Air Intakes
Disassembly & Manufacturing
• Fastener Removal
• Match Drilling
• Mobile Robotic Milling
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Data and Digital Environments
Overview
Automated data collection and enabling technologies will increase personnel productivity. A standard data repository with built-in analytic tools can be used to develop automated aircraft information for flight-line personnel.
2020 Opportunities
• Future efforts include data quality controls, text data mining for more robust data sets, and creating relationships between disparate databases
Augmented Reality / Virtual Reality
Overview
AR/VR technologies accelerate training and proficiency levels of sustainment workforce. The technology allows maintenance personnel to quickly view, assess, and advise to resolve problems and reduce flight line waiting and response times.
2020 Opportunities
• Augmented reality software application for CV-22 nacelles tasks
• Augmented reality solution for NDI training
Rapid and Austere Maintenance Environments
Overview
Mobile, rapidly deployable maintenance facilities to accommodate Additive Manufacturing, Cold Spray, and other emerging technologies that will reduce the logistical footprint while enhancing mission capability.
2020 Opportunities
• Rapidly deployable wireless mesh radio networks for austere environments
• Expeditionary and tactical solar panels and self-powered tents
2020SignificantEvents
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With nearly 90 in-person engagements in 2019, the RSO has generated a massive 400+ key-person and organization network across the DoD, industry and academia. This network is critical to secure “best of breed” technology while operating at the speed of relevance. Explore some of the large events, summits and experiences planned for 2020 in areas ranging from emerging tech to engineering and manufacturing.
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2020 significant events
CBM+ User’s Summit February 19 - 21, 2020 | Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada
The User’s Summit is an event where the USAFcommunity can come together and share progress,brainstorm new paths forward and celebratesuccesses. This event builds on past CBM+Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) held in 2019and 2018.
Advanced Manufacturing OlympicsNovember 16-19, 2020 | Salt Lake City, Utah
The Air Force’s inaugural Advanced Manufacturing Olympics Event will feature technical challenges focused on showcasing technology advancements in manufacturing, prominent keynote speakers, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and much more.
Pitch DaysMarch 2020 l DCJuly 2020, Pitch West l San Francisco, CaliforniaJanuary 2021, Pitch East l RSO HQ - Dayton, Ohio
To ensure the RSO sources the most advanced technology, the organization plans to host Pitch Days for startups and commercial companies across the country. Building on 2019 successes the RSO is planning three additional Pitch Days in 2020.
Vice Chiefs Challenge – Automation
The Vice Chiefs Challenge (VCC) is in support of the Chief of Staff of the Air Force vision, a call to Airmen, industry, and academia to generate innovative solutions to save Airmen time. VCC 2020 will allow Airmen to pitch ideas and solve problems related to automation.
Financials04
The RSO is working to make Air Force money go further. By selectively investing in companies with advanced research and development, the RSO has realized a 10x multiplier on every dollar spent.
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Financials
US commercial investment in R&D is outpacing the Federal Government.
Projection of Actuals(As of 12.5.2019)
Investment
$39.9M (CY19$)
Amount Saved / Avoided
$69.8M (CY19$)
ROI
66%$26.1M (NPV)
R&D spending IN THE US
The RSO is leveraging ~10x outside investment.*
*Outside investment: venture capital or prior investments (non-RSO)
https://www.stlouisfed.org/on-the-economy/2018/may/rd-business-spending-upgovernment-spending-flat
FY19 & FY20 RSO projects to date
- Outside Investment
~$1,970M
- RSO~$182M
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To contact the RSO please e-mail:[email protected]
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