Mini NASA Robot Takes a SWIM November 25, 2024 (Pasadena, CA) – NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has successfully tested a new miniaturized robot designed to explore the depths of the ocean. The robot, called SWIM (Submersible Water Investigative Machine), is about the size of a soda can and is equipped with a variety of … Read more
NASA Awards Launch Services Contract for Dragonfly Mission November 25, 2024 Washington, D.C. – NASA has awarded a launch services contract to Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) for the agency’s Dragonfly mission, slated to launch in 2027. The contract, valued at approximately $178 million, includes the launch of the Dragonfly spacecraft on a Falcon Heavy … Read more
NASA’s Commercial Partners Make Progress on Low Earth Orbit Projects November 25, 2024 NASA’s Commercial Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Development Program is making significant progress as the agency’s partners move closer to providing routine transportation to and from the International Space Station (ISS). Under the program, NASA has awarded contracts to three companies – SpaceX, … Read more
The Global (Mis)Allocation of Capital By the International Finance Discussion Papers (IFDP) of the Federal Reserve Board November 25, 2024 Introduction The efficient allocation of capital is crucial for economic growth and development. However, there is growing evidence that capital is being misallocated on a global scale, leading to a suboptimal use of resources and … Read more
How Fiscal Policy Affects the Transmission of Monetary Policy into Cross-border Bank Lending: Cross-country Evidence Introduction Fiscal policy, which involves government spending and taxation, can play a significant role in influencing the transmission of monetary policy into cross-border bank lending. This paper examines the relationship between fiscal policy and cross-border bank lending in a sample … Read more
New AI-Enabled Cameras Improve Airspace Monitoring in Washington Area Published: 2024-11-25 19:08 by Defense.gov Summary: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has deployed new AI-enabled cameras to enhance airspace monitoring in the Washington, D.C. area. These cameras are part of the FAA’s NextGen program, which aims to modernize air traffic control systems and improve safety and … Read more
Defense Leaders Engage in Israel, United Arab Emirates November 25, 2024 Senior defense leaders from the United States, Israel, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) met in Israel today for a series of high-level discussions on regional security and cooperation. The meeting was led by U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Israeli Defense … Read more
Department of Defense Awards $5.1 Million to Demonstrate and Establish Process to Recrystallize Nitroguanidine November 25, 2024 The Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded a $5.1 million contract to SI2 Technologies, Inc. to demonstrate and establish a process to recrystallize nitroguanidine (NQ). NQ is a high-energy compound that is used in solid rocket propellants and … Read more
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Concludes Twelfth Visit to the Indo-Pacific 25 November 2024 Source: Defense.gov Washington, D.C. – Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III concluded his twelfth visit to the Indo-Pacific region today, following engagements in Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines. During his visit, Secretary Austin met with senior defense leaders … Read more
New Sectoral Profiles Offer Insights into Trade Linkages Within Manufacturing Industries Geneva, 25 November 2024 – The World Trade Organization (WTO) today launched a new series of sectoral profiles that provide detailed insights into the trade linkages within manufacturing industries. The profiles cover a wide range of sectors, including automotive, chemicals, electronics, and food and … Read more