NASA and U.S. Army partner

Published: Sept. 19, 2007 at 12:15 PM

WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 (UPI) -- The U.S. Army and NASA have announced a research partnership for the advancement of rotorcraft aeronautical capabilities.

A memorandum of understanding to form the aeronautics research partnership was signed by NASA Administrator Michael Griffin and Secretary of the Army Pete Geren in an effort to expand the relationship between the two organizations

"Although NASA and the Army have different missions, we share a common goal of pursuing innovative research that will enable revolutionary capabilities in rotorcraft," said Lisa Porter, NASA associate administrator, Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate, Washington, in a statement.

"There are common challenges facing rotorcraft for both the military and civilian sectors -- payload, range, noise and efficiency, to name just a few. It just makes sense for us to work together to advance our rotorcraft aeronautical capabilities for the nation's benefit."

The agreement is an effort by the Army and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to ensure the free exchange of research information, enhance long-term research planning and reduce potential duplications.

"This is how the Army remains 'technology strong' -- by creating partnerships with the best and the brightest, such as at NASA, to enable us to stay light-years ahead of our enemies," said Thomas H. Killion, deputy assistant secretary of the Army for research & technology and chief scientist. "It reflects the commitment of ourselves and our NASA partners to provide unrivaled capabilities to our soldiers and our country."

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