KULR Announces Active Collaboration with U.S. Army to Evaluate Vibration Reduction on AH-64E and UH-60 Helicopter Platforms
KULR Technology Group (NYSE: KULR) has announced a collaboration with the U.S. Army to evaluate its KULR VIBE system for vibration reduction on AH-64E Apache and UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. The planned 12-month study, beginning in 2025 at McEntire Joint National Guard Base with the South Carolina National Guard, aims to assess the system's capability to enhance operational efficiency and safety.
The evaluation will focus on improving vibration standards, streamlining track and balance operations, reducing maintenance costs, and enhancing aircraft longevity. KULR has previously demonstrated success with the U.S. Marine Corps, where their solution for the AH-1Z Viper helped avoid premature retirement of a $39 million asset and reduced over 2,000 hours of troubleshooting time.
KULR Technology Group (NYSE: KULR) ha annunciato una collaborazione con l'esercito degli Stati Uniti per valutare il suo sistema KULR VIBE per la riduzione delle vibrazioni sugli elicotteri AH-64E Apache e UH-60 Black Hawk. Lo studio, della durata prevista di 12 mesi, inizierà nel 2025 presso la McEntire Joint National Guard Base con la Guardia Nazionale della Carolina del Sud e mira a valutare la capacità del sistema di migliorare l'efficienza operativa e la sicurezza.
L'evaluazione si concentrerà sul miglioramento degli standard di vibrazione, sull'ottimizzazione delle operazioni di tracciamento e bilanciamento, sulla riduzione dei costi di manutenzione e sull'estensione della longevità degli aerei. KULR ha già dimostrato successi con il Corpo dei Marines degli Stati Uniti, dove la loro soluzione per l'AH-1Z Viper ha contribuito a evitare il ritiro prematuro di un bene da 39 milioni di dollari e a ridurre oltre 2.000 ore di tempo di risoluzione dei problemi.
KULR Technology Group (NYSE: KULR) ha anunciado una colaboración con el Ejército de los Estados Unidos para evaluar su sistema KULR VIBE para la reducción de vibraciones en los helicópteros AH-64E Apache y UH-60 Black Hawk. El estudio planificado, que durará 12 meses y comenzará en 2025 en la Base de la Guardia Nacional McEntire junto con la Guardia Nacional de Carolina del Sur, tiene como objetivo evaluar la capacidad del sistema para mejorar la eficiencia operativa y la seguridad.
La evaluación se centrará en mejorar los estándares de vibración, optimizar las operaciones de seguimiento y balanceo, reducir los costos de mantenimiento y aumentar la longevidad de las aeronaves. KULR ha demostrado previamente su éxito con el Cuerpo de Marines de EE. UU., donde su solución para el AH-1Z Viper ayudó a evitar la jubilación prematura de un activo de 39 millones de dólares y redujo más de 2,000 horas de tiempo de resolución de problemas.
KULR 기술 그룹 (NYSE: KULR)는 미국 육군과 협력하여 AH-64E 아파치 및 UH-60 블랙호크 헬리콥터의 진동 감소를 위한 KULR VIBE 시스템을 평가할 것이라고 발표했습니다. 2025년 사우스 캐롤라이나 주 맥엔타이어 합동 주 방위군 기지에서 시작되는 12개월 예정의 연구는 시스템이 운영 효율성과 안전성을 개선하는 능력을 평가하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
평가는 진동 기준 개선, 트랙 및 밸런스 작업 간소화, 유지보수 비용 절감, 항공기 수명 연장에 중점을 둘 것입니다. KULR은 이전에 미 해병대와 성공을 거두었으며, AH-1Z 바이퍼를 위한 그들의 솔루션은 3,900만 달러 자산의 조기 퇴역을 피하고 2,000시간 이상의 문제 해결 시간을 줄이는 데 기여했습니다.
KULR Technology Group (NYSE: KULR) a annoncé une collaboration avec l'armée américaine pour évaluer son système KULR VIBE pour la réduction des vibrations sur les hélicoptères AH-64E Apache et UH-60 Black Hawk. L'étude prévue, d'une durée de 12 mois, débutera en 2025 à la base de la Garde nationale de McEntire, avec la Garde nationale de Caroline du Sud, et vise à évaluer la capacité du système à améliorer l'efficacité opérationnelle et la sécurité.
L'évaluation se concentrera sur l'amélioration des normes de vibration, l'optimisation des opérations de suivi et de balancement, la réduction des coûts de maintenance et l'augmentation de la longévité des aéronefs. KULR a précédemment démontré son succès avec le Corps des Marines des États-Unis, où leur solution pour l'AH-1Z Viper a contribué à éviter une retraite prématurée d'un actif de 39 millions de dollars et a réduit de plus de 2 000 heures le temps de résolution des problèmes.
KULR Technology Group (NYSE: KULR) hat eine Zusammenarbeit mit der US-Armee angekündigt, um das KULR VIBE-System zur Vibrationsreduzierung bei den AH-64E Apache und UH-60 Black Hawk Hubschraubern zu evaluieren. Die geplante 12-monatige Studie, die 2025 an der McEntire Joint National Guard Base in South Carolina beginnen soll, zielt darauf ab, die Fähigkeit des Systems zur Verbesserung der operativen Effizienz und Sicherheit zu bewerten.
Die Evaluierung wird sich auf die Verbesserung der Vibrationsstandards, die Optimierung der Nachverfolgungs- und Balancierungsoperationen, die Reduzierung der Wartungskosten und die Erhöhung der Lebensdauer der Flugzeuge konzentrieren. KULR hat zuvor bereits Erfolge mit dem US Marine Corps erzielt, wo ihre Lösung für den AH-1Z Viper half, eine vorzeitige Ausmusterung eines 39 Millionen Dollar teuren Vermögenswerts zu vermeiden und über 2.000 Stunden an Fehlersuche zu reduzieren.
- Previous success with U.S. Marine Corps saved millions in asset value ($39M) and 2,000+ hours of maintenance time
- Potential expansion into U.S. Army aviation fleet represents significant market opportunity
- 12-month evaluation agreement with U.S. Army demonstrates product validation
- Study results and potential adoption won't materialize until at least 2026
- No guaranteed contract or revenue from the evaluation phase
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This collaboration represents a strategic advancement in military aviation maintenance technology. The KULR VIBE system evaluation on AH-64E Apache and UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters could revolutionize maintenance protocols across the Army's aviation fleet. The previous success with the Marine Corps' AH-1Z Viper, resulting in
The 12-month evaluation period is particularly significant as it allows for comprehensive testing across various operational conditions and seasonal changes. The choice of McEntire Joint National Guard Base provides an ideal testing environment with established maintenance facilities and experienced personnel. If successful, this technology could be implemented across the Army's entire helicopter fleet, potentially saving hundreds of millions in maintenance costs and significantly improving operational readiness rates.
The timing of this evaluation aligns with the military's broader modernization efforts and the increasing focus on predictive maintenance technologies. Historical data shows that vibration-related issues account for approximately
For KULR, with a market cap of
The company's previous success with the Marine Corps serves as a powerful proof of concept, demonstrating quantifiable cost savings that military procurement officers prioritize. The potential for fleet-wide implementation could generate substantial recurring revenue through initial system installations and ongoing maintenance contracts. Moreover, success in military applications often leads to opportunities in commercial aviation, potentially expanding KULR's total addressable market significantly.
HOUSTON, Dec. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KULR Technology Group, Inc. (NYSE American: KULR) (the "Company" or "KULR"), a leader in advanced thermal management and vibration reduction solutions, is pleased to announce its active collaboration with the U.S. Army to plan an in-depth evaluation of the KULR VIBE system for vibration reduction and optimal balance on AH-64E Apache and UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. The evaluation is slated to begin in 2025 and will explore the potential of KULR VIBE to enhance operational efficiency and safety across these critical platforms.
The planned 12-month study will be conducted in partnership with the South Carolina National Guard at McEntire Joint National Guard Base. It aims to assess how KULR VIBE can contribute to stricter vibration standards, streamlining track and balance operations, reducing long-term maintenance costs, and improving aircraft longevity and reliability. Ultimately, the study seeks to bolster Army Aviation’s operational availability while reducing overall expenditures.
“KULR is proud to collaborate with the U.S. Army on this forward-thinking initiative,” said Ted Krupp, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at KULR Technology. “It is an honor to be entrusted to explore innovative ways to improve operational availability and cost-efficiency. We are excited by the potential of KULR VIBE to be a force multiplier for military aviation, enhancing both reliability and safety while reducing maintenance overhead.”
This collaboration underscores the Army's ongoing commitment to leveraging advanced technologies to optimize performance and safety across its aviation fleet. Upon completion of the study, findings will be published for review, potentially paving the way for widespread adoption of KULR VIBE across Army Aviation platforms.
Commitment to Supporting Our Armed Forces
KULR Technology has a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions that directly support the operational readiness of military assets. For example, the company’s work with the U.S. Marine Corps on the AH-1Z Viper helped avoid the premature retirement of a
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