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SUMMARY:AeroCoast FIRST Tech Challenge 2025-2026 AGE Season Dates
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT FIRST\nThe Doolittle Institute proudly manages the FIRST® LEGO® League programs and the FIRST® Tech Challenge AeroCoast League for Northwest Florida. These hands-on programs and competitions inspire creativity\, teamwork\, and problem-solving\, preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s STEM workforce. \nFIRST LEGO League Challenge is an exciting\, high-energy event where student teams showcase months of hard work in STEM\, teamwork\, and innovation. The day typically begins with a team check-in and setup\, followed by a series of judged sessions where teams present their Innovation Project\, demonstrate their Core Values\, and explain their robot design. The highlight of the day is the robot game\, where teams compete in timed matches on a themed playing field\, using LEGO Spike Prime Robots they’ve designed and programmed to complete missions. Throughout the event\, teams are encouraged to collaborate\, cheer each other on\, and embody the spirit of Gracious Professionalism®. The day ends with an awards ceremony celebrating creativity\, perseverance\, and engineering excellence. This year’s theme\, #Unearthed\, challenges teams to identify a problem faced by archaeologists and propose a solution to help address it. \nFIRST Tech Challenges is an action-packed experience where middle and high school teams put their engineering\, programming\, and teamwork skills to the test. The day begins with team check-ins and robot inspections to ensure compliance with game rules. The heart of the event is the robot matches\, where alliances of two teams each compete in a dynamic\, head-to-head game on a 12’x12’ field. Teams must strategize\, adapt\, and collaborate in real time. Between matches\, teams scout other robots\, make repairs\, and refine code.  Locally\, here in the AeroCoast\, we have 25 teams this season competing in the DECODE theme. \nInterested in Volunteer Opportunities? Learn More: Volunteer\nSee Full Season Schedule: \n\n \n 
URL:https://doolittleinstitute.org/event/aerocoast-first-tech-challenge-2025-2026-age-season-dates/2026-01-24/
CATEGORIES:STEM
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
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SUMMARY:FIRST®LEGO League Challenge 2025-2026 AGE Season Dates
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT FIRST\nThe Doolittle Institute proudly manages the FIRST® LEGO® League programs and the FIRST® Tech Challenge AeroCoast League for Northwest Florida. These hands-on programs and competitions inspire creativity\, teamwork\, and problem-solving\, preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s STEM workforce. \nFIRST LEGO League Challenge is an exciting\, high-energy event where student teams showcase months of hard work in STEM\, teamwork\, and innovation. The day typically begins with a team check-in and setup\, followed by a series of judged sessions where teams present their Innovation Project\, demonstrate their Core Values\, and explain their robot design. The highlight of the day is the robot game\, where teams compete in timed matches on a themed playing field\, using LEGO Spike Prime Robots they’ve designed and programmed to complete missions. Throughout the event\, teams are encouraged to collaborate\, cheer each other on\, and embody the spirit of Gracious Professionalism®. The day ends with an awards ceremony celebrating creativity\, perseverance\, and engineering excellence. This year’s theme\, #Unearthed\, challenges teams to identify a problem faced by archaeologists and propose a solution to help address it. \nFIRST Tech Challenges is an action-packed experience where middle and high school teams put their engineering\, programming\, and teamwork skills to the test. The day begins with team check-ins and robot inspections to ensure compliance with game rules. The heart of the event is the robot matches\, where alliances of two teams each compete in a dynamic\, head-to-head game on a 12’x12’ field. Teams must strategize\, adapt\, and collaborate in real time. Between matches\, teams scout other robots\, make repairs\, and refine code.  Locally\, here in the AeroCoast\, we have 25 teams this season competing in the DECODE theme. \nInterested in Volunteer Opportunities? Learn More: Volunteer\nSee Full Season Schedule: \n\n \n 
URL:https://doolittleinstitute.org/event/firstlego-league-challenge-2025-2026-age-season-dates/2026-02-20/
CATEGORIES:STEM
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260421T145351Z
CREATED:20250924T191736Z
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SUMMARY:AeroCoast FIRST Tech Challenge 2025-2026 AGE Season Dates
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT FIRST\nThe Doolittle Institute proudly manages the FIRST® LEGO® League programs and the FIRST® Tech Challenge AeroCoast League for Northwest Florida. These hands-on programs and competitions inspire creativity\, teamwork\, and problem-solving\, preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s STEM workforce. \nFIRST LEGO League Challenge is an exciting\, high-energy event where student teams showcase months of hard work in STEM\, teamwork\, and innovation. The day typically begins with a team check-in and setup\, followed by a series of judged sessions where teams present their Innovation Project\, demonstrate their Core Values\, and explain their robot design. The highlight of the day is the robot game\, where teams compete in timed matches on a themed playing field\, using LEGO Spike Prime Robots they’ve designed and programmed to complete missions. Throughout the event\, teams are encouraged to collaborate\, cheer each other on\, and embody the spirit of Gracious Professionalism®. The day ends with an awards ceremony celebrating creativity\, perseverance\, and engineering excellence. This year’s theme\, #Unearthed\, challenges teams to identify a problem faced by archaeologists and propose a solution to help address it. \nFIRST Tech Challenges is an action-packed experience where middle and high school teams put their engineering\, programming\, and teamwork skills to the test. The day begins with team check-ins and robot inspections to ensure compliance with game rules. The heart of the event is the robot matches\, where alliances of two teams each compete in a dynamic\, head-to-head game on a 12’x12’ field. Teams must strategize\, adapt\, and collaborate in real time. Between matches\, teams scout other robots\, make repairs\, and refine code.  Locally\, here in the AeroCoast\, we have 25 teams this season competing in the DECODE theme. \nInterested in Volunteer Opportunities? Learn More: Volunteer\nSee Full Season Schedule: \n\n \n 
URL:https://doolittleinstitute.org/event/aerocoast-first-tech-challenge-2025-2026-age-season-dates/2026-03-06/
CATEGORIES:STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T170000
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SUMMARY:Weapons Electrical Power and Battery S&T Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:This event has concluded. Access materials below.\n\nEvent Materials:\n\nGovernment Briefings\nEvent Overview\nEvent Agenda\n\n\nOverview\nDoolittle\, in partnership with AFRL and AFLCMC\, are seeking participation from industry\, academia\, and small businesses in a Science & Technology (S&T) Industry Day focused on advanced weapon power sources and battery technologies. The event will highlight emerging capabilities\, explore solutions that enhance system performance through improved electrical power\, and provide opportunities for collaboration with government stakeholders. \nTechnical Focus Areas\nThe Government is particularly interested in technologies across the following focus areas: \n\nBattery Technologies: High-energy density\, high-power density\, safe and reliable\, extreme environment\, long shelf-life\nPower Systems & Management: Advanced power management systems\, alternative power sources\, novel power sources and multifunctional structures\nTesting & Engineering: Test & evaluation\, advanced test\, evaluation\, and digital engineering\nStandards & Industrial Base: Standardization and Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)\, securing the domestic industrial base\n\nFor the complete list of technical focus areas and requirements\, please refer to the official RFI. \nWho Should Attend \nThe Industry Day is open to U.S.-based: \n\nSmall businesses/ Industry partners\nAcademic institutions\nUARCs\, FFRDCs\, and national laboratories\n\nOrganizations developing technologies that can be matured to TRL 6 within 3–5 years\, or technologies with potential for significant impact within a 5–10-year timeframe\, are encouraged to participate. \nIndustry Day Details\n\nEvent Dates: 24–26 March 2026\nSecurity: Hosted up to SECRET level (clearance not required for general participation)\nSchedule & Locations:\n\n\n\nDays 1–2 – Presentations\n\nLocation: Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center\, Fort Walton Beach\, Florida\nOpen forum and non-proprietary presentations\n\n\nDay 3 – One-on-Ones / Collaboration\n\nLocation: Doolittle Institute\, Niceville\, Florida\nGovernment/industry one-on-one sessions\nCollaboration space for technical exchange and partnership development\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImportant Dates & Submission Details\nParticipation and presentation opportunities are governed by the official RFI: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/7e53d12272204ed78971736e61544992/view \n\nIntent to present: 13 February 2026\nOne-page capability summary: 26 February 2026\nPresenter notifications: By 6 March 2026\nIndustry Day Registration Closes: 16 March 2026\, 1700 CST\n\nRegistration is now closed\nPoints of Contact: \nFor technical questions or questions about the RFI\, please contact –\nKevin Rooney – kevin.rooney@us.af.mil\nScott Conrad – scott.conrad.2@us.af.mil \n\nThis webpage provides an overview of the Weapons Electrical Power and Battery S&T Industry Day and is intended for awareness only. Participation and submissions are governed by the official RFI: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/7e53d12272204ed78971736e61544992/view .
URL:https://doolittleinstitute.org/event/weapons-electrical-power-and-battery-st-industry-day/
CATEGORIES:Tech Transfer,Technical Showcase
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTSTAMP:20260612T172506Z
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SUMMARY:DI Tech Showcase - Hypersonics Radomes
DESCRIPTION:At a Glance  \nEvent Overview: DITS HypersonicRadomes_Event Wrapper \n\nEvent: DI Tech Showcase – Hypersonics Radomes\nFormat: Hybrid – In‑Person or Virtual (Invitation‑Only)\nFocus: Mass-Producible Radio Frequency (RF) Radome Solutions for Hypersonic Weapon Systems\nWhen: 21-23 April\nWho Should Participate: small businesses\, academia\, research institutions & federal labs\nWhy Participate: to be considered for future AFRL collaboration and funding opportunities.\nSubmission Deadline: NLT 31 March 2026 at 1700 CST\n\nRFI DOCUMENT DI Tech Showcase – Radomes-RFI_for-Public-Release_pdf \n\nOverview:\nDoolittle Institute (DI)\, in collaboration with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Eglin Air Force Base\, is hosting a hybrid Tech Showcase to identify and assess scalable\, mass-producible RF-transparent radome solutions for hypersonic weapon systems. \nAFRL is seeking information from industry on state‑of‑the‑art and emerging materials\, manufacturing processes\, and technologies that enable scalable\, mass‑producible RF‑transparent radomes for air‑breathing and boost‑glide hypersonic weapon systems. The goal is to identify material systems and production approaches capable of surviving the extreme thermo‑mechanical environment of hypersonic flight while supporting affordable large‑scale manufacturing of 3‑D radome nose cones. Submitting your capabilities positions your organization for consideration in future collaboration or funding opportunities aligned with AFRL needs. \nThis Call for Interest is intended to identify relevant capabilities and better understand the current technology landscape. Information submitted will be used to inform potential future showcase and collaboration activities. \n\nTechnologies of Interest \nResponses should address the following technical challenges using publicly releasable data where available. \n\nExtreme Thermal Management –Material systems capable of maintaining structural and electromagnetic integrity at temperatures exceeding 900°C (~1600°F). Please describe the proposed solutions resistance to thermal shock during rapid temperature changes and ability to maintain stable electromagnetic properties across a broad range of temperatures.\nStable Electromagnetic (EM) Performance – Solutions that achieve stable dielectric constants and loss tangents across a wide frequency band and the full range of operational temperatures. Respondents are encouraged to provide available data on dielectric properties as a function of temperature.\nStructural Integrity & Aerodynamic Shape Stability –Materials and manufacturing processes that can produce and maintain complex aerodynamic shapes (e.g.\, ogive\, tangent ogive) with a build volume larger than 200 in3 under severe aerodynamic pressure and vibroacoustic loads without degradation.\nEnvironmental Durability – Resistance to erosion from rain\, ice\, dust\, and other particulates. Responses should describe any specialized coatings or surface treatments used to enhance durability.\n\n\nManufacturing & Producibility\nA primary objective of this effort is to identify solutions that are viable for mass production. Responses should explicitly detail how the proposed approach enables scalability\, affordability\, and high-yield manufacturing. Information provided in this section will inform down-selection for invitation to the hybridTech Showcase. \nInformation is requested in the following areas: \n\nScalable Manufacturing Techniques\nSupply Chain and Material Availability\nCost Models\nNon-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) Techniques\n\nFor complete manufacturing and inspection details\, visit: DI Tech Showcase – Radomes-RFI_for-Public-Release_pdf \n\nWho Should Submit\nOpportunities for future collaboration and funding may be informed by the outcomes of this Tech Showcase. \nThis Tech Showcase is intended for organizations with relevant capabilities in advanced materials\, manufacturing processes\, and technologies for RF-transparent radomes. Eligible participants include: \n\nU.S.-based companies (industry and startups)\nSmall businesses\nAcademic and research institutions\nGovernment-affiliated laboratories and innovation centers\nTechnology integrators with demonstrated experience in high-temperature or hypersonic environments\n\nNote: Participation is invitation‑only and based on government review of submitted\, publicly releasable technical information. Selected participants may present in person or virtually; invited presentations may be at the CUI level. \n\nSubmission Details\nSubmitting your capabilities positions your organization for consideration as AFRL identifies future collaboration and funding opportunities.  Interested organizations are requested to complete a two-step submission process: \nStep 1: Expression of Interest (EOI) Form \n\nLink: Hypersonics Radomes – Fill out form\nComplete the online EOI form to provide basic organizational and contact information.\nThis step is required for initial consideration in the down-selection process.\n\nStep 2: Technical Capability Summary \n\nSubmit a Capabilities Summary (maximum 5 pages) addressing the technical focus areas and manufacturing considerations outlined in Sections 3.0 and 4.0 of the RFI [View Here].\nMaximum 5 pages\nInclude company information\, relevant past performance\, and primary technical points of contact.\nProvide data\, models\, and technical descriptions to the maximum extent possible in a publicly releasable format. No classified material should be included.\nPlease name your file according to the following format: CompanyName_DITS_Month_Topic\n\nExample: DoolittleInstitute_DITS_April_HypersonicsRadomes\n\n\nSubmit responses or direct inquiries to: techtransfer@doolittleinstitute.org\n\nExpress Your Interest\nNote:  Submissions will be evaluated to inform down-selection for invitation to the hybrid Tech Showcase. \n\nImportant Dates\n\nExpression of Interest & Technical Capability Summary Deadline: 31 March 2026 at 1700 CST\nHybrid Tech Showcase: 21-23 April\n\nDates are subject to adjustment based on government review and scheduling. \n\nPath Forward\n\nSubmissions will be reviewed by AFRL to assess alignment with the technical focus areas and manufacturing objectives.\nSelected organizations will be invited to present or demonstrate their technology during the hybrid\, invitation-only Tech Showcase. Presentations may be delivered at the CUI level\, as appropriate.\nInvitation to participate is not guaranteed and depends on down-selection.\nPost-event\, AFRL may use the insights to inform potential future showcase or follow on collaboration activities.\n\nPoints of Contact:  \n\nFor questions\, or clarifications regarding submissions\, please contact:  techtransfer@doolittleinstitute.org\n\nParticipation in the showcase is by invitation only and based on review of submitted information.
URL:https://doolittleinstitute.org/event/di-tech-showcase-hypersonics-radomes/
CATEGORIES:Technical Showcase
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTSTAMP:20260612T173700Z
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SUMMARY:Relentless Wolfpack Industry Day - 28 April
DESCRIPTION:This event has concluded. View event wrapper here:\nRelentless Wolfpack Industry Day_Event Wrapper\n\nOfficial SAM.GOV RFI \nPotential Industry Day by Invite Only based upon capability submission.\nFurther Details posted on SAM.Gov and updated here at the DI site.\n\nOverview\nAir Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)\, in collaboration with Doolittle Institute\, is seeking to demonstrate interoperable\, intelligent\, and affordable mass networked collaborative autonomous (NCA) weapon salvos capable of rapid software updates informed by recent battle outcomes. These weapons will operate collaboratively to neutralize targets in complex\, contested environments. \nThe objective is to demonstrate multi‑vendor\, multi‑platform interoperability supporting large‑scale affordable mass cruise missile operations. \nAffordable Mass Cruise Missile Definition \nFor this effort\, an affordable mass cruise missile is defined as: \n\nMinimum range: 350 nautical miles\nEquipped with: Weapon datalink\nUnit cost: Less than $250K\n\nNominal program goals include flight demonstrations of interoperable and rapidly reprogrammable NCA behaviors across multiple vendor platforms\, assuming GPS or near‑GPS navigation accuracy\, with GPS‑challenged environments as a stretch goal. \n\nSubmission Details\nInterested parties are encouraged to respond to this RFI with a Statement of Capabilities (SOC) addressing experience and technical readiness to support projected flight demonstration events. \nFor complete details on required capabilities\, flight events\, and technical expectations\, please refer to the official RFI posting on SAM.gov. \n→ View Full Statement of Capabilities Requirements on SAM.gov\n\nImportant Dates\n\nRFI Submission Deadline: 2:00 PM (CDT)\, 15 April 2026\nIn-person Industry Day (Invite-only): 28 April 2026\n\n\nPotential Industry Day\nAn in-person Industry Day will be held in support of this RFI: \n\nDate: 28 April 2026\nLocation: Doolittle Institute\, Niceville\, FL\nFormat: In-person | Invitation only\n\nThis event will provide participating vendors the opportunity to gain additional insight into the effort\, ask questions\, and engage with Government representatives and potential industry partners. \nNote: Participation is by invitation only.  \n\nWho Should Participate\nThis effort is intended for organizations capable of collaborating across multiple vendors and supporting interoperable\, multi‑platform demonstrations\, including: \n\nSmall businesses \nIndustry and startups\nAcademic and research institutions\nGovernment-affiliated labs and innovation centers\nTechnology integrators \n\n\nOfficial RFI Posting\nFor full details and official posting\, access the RFI on SAM.gov: \nhttps://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/14131ba257714d2586d7d1c13a5802f9/view \n\nPoints of Contact:\nFor technical questions or questions about the RFI: \n\nJace Hilton – Jace.hilton@us.af.mil\nJane Ellison – Jane.ellison@us.af.mil\n\n  \n\nThis webpage provides an overview of the Relentless Wolfpack Industry Day and is intended for awareness only. Participation and submissions are governed by the official RFI.
URL:https://doolittleinstitute.org/event/relentless-wolfpack-industry-day/
CATEGORIES:Tech Transfer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTSTAMP:20260421T145351Z
CREATED:20250924T191736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T145351Z
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SUMMARY:AeroCoast FIRST Tech Challenge 2025-2026 AGE Season Dates
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT FIRST\nThe Doolittle Institute proudly manages the FIRST® LEGO® League programs and the FIRST® Tech Challenge AeroCoast League for Northwest Florida. These hands-on programs and competitions inspire creativity\, teamwork\, and problem-solving\, preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s STEM workforce. \nFIRST LEGO League Challenge is an exciting\, high-energy event where student teams showcase months of hard work in STEM\, teamwork\, and innovation. The day typically begins with a team check-in and setup\, followed by a series of judged sessions where teams present their Innovation Project\, demonstrate their Core Values\, and explain their robot design. The highlight of the day is the robot game\, where teams compete in timed matches on a themed playing field\, using LEGO Spike Prime Robots they’ve designed and programmed to complete missions. Throughout the event\, teams are encouraged to collaborate\, cheer each other on\, and embody the spirit of Gracious Professionalism®. The day ends with an awards ceremony celebrating creativity\, perseverance\, and engineering excellence. This year’s theme\, #Unearthed\, challenges teams to identify a problem faced by archaeologists and propose a solution to help address it. \nFIRST Tech Challenges is an action-packed experience where middle and high school teams put their engineering\, programming\, and teamwork skills to the test. The day begins with team check-ins and robot inspections to ensure compliance with game rules. The heart of the event is the robot matches\, where alliances of two teams each compete in a dynamic\, head-to-head game on a 12’x12’ field. Teams must strategize\, adapt\, and collaborate in real time. Between matches\, teams scout other robots\, make repairs\, and refine code.  Locally\, here in the AeroCoast\, we have 25 teams this season competing in the DECODE theme. \nInterested in Volunteer Opportunities? Learn More: Volunteer\nSee Full Season Schedule: \n\n \n 
URL:https://doolittleinstitute.org/event/aerocoast-first-tech-challenge-2025-2026-age-season-dates/2026-04-29/
CATEGORIES:STEM
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTSTAMP:20260421T145356Z
CREATED:20250924T191839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T145356Z
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SUMMARY:FIRST®LEGO League Challenge 2025-2026 AGE Season Dates
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT FIRST\nThe Doolittle Institute proudly manages the FIRST® LEGO® League programs and the FIRST® Tech Challenge AeroCoast League for Northwest Florida. These hands-on programs and competitions inspire creativity\, teamwork\, and problem-solving\, preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s STEM workforce. \nFIRST LEGO League Challenge is an exciting\, high-energy event where student teams showcase months of hard work in STEM\, teamwork\, and innovation. The day typically begins with a team check-in and setup\, followed by a series of judged sessions where teams present their Innovation Project\, demonstrate their Core Values\, and explain their robot design. The highlight of the day is the robot game\, where teams compete in timed matches on a themed playing field\, using LEGO Spike Prime Robots they’ve designed and programmed to complete missions. Throughout the event\, teams are encouraged to collaborate\, cheer each other on\, and embody the spirit of Gracious Professionalism®. The day ends with an awards ceremony celebrating creativity\, perseverance\, and engineering excellence. This year’s theme\, #Unearthed\, challenges teams to identify a problem faced by archaeologists and propose a solution to help address it. \nFIRST Tech Challenges is an action-packed experience where middle and high school teams put their engineering\, programming\, and teamwork skills to the test. The day begins with team check-ins and robot inspections to ensure compliance with game rules. The heart of the event is the robot matches\, where alliances of two teams each compete in a dynamic\, head-to-head game on a 12’x12’ field. Teams must strategize\, adapt\, and collaborate in real time. Between matches\, teams scout other robots\, make repairs\, and refine code.  Locally\, here in the AeroCoast\, we have 25 teams this season competing in the DECODE theme. \nInterested in Volunteer Opportunities? Learn More: Volunteer\nSee Full Season Schedule: \n\n \n 
URL:https://doolittleinstitute.org/event/firstlego-league-challenge-2025-2026-age-season-dates/2026-04-29/
CATEGORIES:STEM
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260805T201112Z
CREATED:20260316T184149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T201112Z
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SUMMARY:DI Tech Showcase - Counter UAS Technologies
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: DITS CUAS_Event Wrapper_Updated\n\nAt a Glance \n\nEvent: DI Tech Showcase – Counter-UAS Technology Call for Interest\nFormat: Hybrid | Invitation‑Only\nFocus: Innovative technologies supporting the Find\, Fix\, Track\, Target\, and Engage (F2T2EA) workflow against Group 1 UAS in complex and contested environments\nWhen: 22-25 June (tentative)\nWho Should Participate: small businesses\, academia\, research institutions & federal labs\nWhy Participate: to be considered for future AFRL collaboration opportunities\, including potential white paper submission\, technical evaluation\, or follow‑on engagements.\nSubmission Deadline: NLT 22 April 2026 at 1700 CST\nVendor / Organization Notifications (anticipated): 4 May\n\n\nOverview:\nDoolittle\, in partnership with AFRL at Eglin Air Force Base\, is seeking information from U.S.-based organization developing innovative solutions that support the Find\, Fix\, Track\, Target\, and Engage (F2T2EA) workflow against Group 1 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operating in cluttered\, complex\, and contested environments. \nThis Call for Interest is intended to identify relevant capabilities and support government review and down-selection for participation in the DI Tech Showcase (DITS) – Counter UAS\, a four-day hybrid event planned for 22–25 June. Selected vendors will present their submitted technologies to a panel of government SMEs for evaluation and feedback. \nGovernment SMEs will observe presentations\, engage with vendors\, and provide technical feedback throughout the event. Selected organizations will be invited to submit a White Paper against the existing BAA.\n\nTechnologies of Interest \n\nHardware – Physical components supporting counter-UAS operations\, including modular or mobile systems\nSoftware – Algorithms\, autonomy\, analytics\, or tools that support the F2T2EA workflow\nSensors – Technologies for detecting\, tracking\, or characterizing Group 1 UAS in cluttered or contested environments\nEffectors – modular\, updatable\, and capable of operating in complex and contested environments\nIntegrated systems – Solutions combining multiple counter‑UAS capabilities into a unified system supporting the full F2T2EA workflow\n\nCandidate solutions should be modular\, updatable\, target‑agnostic\, and effective in static and mobile scenarios. \n\nWho Should Submit Interest:\nOrganizations that meet the following criteria are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest: \nUser‑Maintainable\, Modular Solutions: Candidate technologies should be user maintainable\, modular\, repairable\, re‑configurable\, and updatable whenever feasible. Leveraging Modular Open Systems Approaches (MOSA) and Open Systems Software Architectures is desired. \nU.S.-Based Organizations: Interested organizations must be U.S.-based\, employ a U.S.-citizen workforce\, and have no significant OCONUS interests\, obligations\, or foreign ownership. \nDisclosure of Existing Relationships: Organizations must disclose any existing partnerships\, research agreements\, joint ventures\, or active contractual obligations with the DoD\, DHS\, or other Federal Government entities. \n\nSubmission Details (Submissions Closed; Vendor Selections Finalized)\nUpdate: The submission requirements have been revised to include a one-page capability summary. \nSubmitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) enables your organization to be considered for potential inclusion in future Tech Showcase activities. As part of the updated submission process\, organizations are now required to provide: \n\nA complete EOI form | Counter-UAS – Tech Showcase – Fill out form\nA one-page capability summary (publicly releasable\, Distro A) outlining your technology\, maturity\, and relevance to the Counter-UAS Tech Showcase\n\nPlease name your file according to the following format: CompanyName_DITS_Month_Topic (Example: DoolittleInstitute_DITS_May_CUAS) \nSubmit responses or direct inquiries to: techtransfer@doolittleinstitute.org \nOrganizations that have already submitted an EOI will be contacted with instructions to provide the additional capability summary. \nNote: Submissions are intended to capture high-level technical insight to support Government review and down-selection. Participation is not guaranteed and will be based on evaluation outcomes. Selected participants may be invited to present at the CUI level. \nExpress Your Interest\n\nImportant Dates\n\nFull Submission Deadline: 22 April 2026 at 1700 CST\nHybrid Tech Showcase: 22-25 June \nVendor / Organization Notifications (anticipated): 4 May\n\nDates are subject to adjustment based on government review and scheduling. \nPoints of Contact: \nFor questions\, or clarifications regarding submissions\, please contact:  techtransfer@doolittleinstitute.org \nParticipation in the showcase is by invitation only and based on review of submitted information.
URL:https://doolittleinstitute.org/event/di-tech-showcase-counter-uas-technologies/
CATEGORIES:Tech Transfer,Technical Showcase
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SUMMARY:FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:2026–2027 Season\nDoolittle Institute is seeking community volunteers to support local FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge events during the 2026–2027 season. \nFIRST® is the world’s leading youth robotics community\, delivering hands-on STEM learning that inspires innovation\, builds confidence\, and prepares kids for life. In welcoming\, team-based robotics programs\, participants work collaboratively to solve an annual\, themed robotics challenge. For the 2026–2027 season\, FIRST® CANOPY™ focuses on biodiversity. \nLearn more: firstinspires.org/firstcanopy \nVolunteer Opportunities\nVolunteers are needed for a variety of technical and non-technical roles\, including referees\, judges\, queuers\, scorekeepers\, robot competition support\, event operations\, team coordination\, and general event assistance. No prior FIRST experience is required for many positions\, and training will be provided. \nHave a Saturday or two free? Come be part of the exciting robot action and help students explore biodiversity through robotics! \nWho\nCommunity members interested in supporting STEM education. \nWhen\nFriday afternoons for event setup and Saturdays for competition events throughout the season. \nWhere\nLocal Northwest Florida FIRST LEGO League Challenge events supported by Doolittle Institute. \nVolunteer Registration\nInterested in volunteering? Sign up using the registration link below. Additional volunteer details will be provided after registration. \nhttps://share.hsforms.com/1ULUyLR23SQqlG0gv-jdxmg4120r \nQuestions may be directed to Jedwards@doolittleinstitute.org. \nHelp Us Share\nWe would appreciate your assistance in sharing this opportunity with your networks and helping us connect with community members interested in supporting STEM education. \nThank you for helping us strengthen STEM opportunities for students in our region.
URL:https://doolittleinstitute.org/event/first-lego-league-challenge/
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