In a collaborative effort, professors from the College of Engineering “were awarded a $1.5M research grant by the Army Research Laboratories (ARL) to spearhead innovative initiatives in cybersecurity and enhancement of mechanical robustness in parts and coatings produced through Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing. … The research will focus on implementing cutting-edge cybersecurity measures and improving the mechanical durability of components and coatings manufactured using Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing techniques. This interdisciplinary approach will provide solutions to critical challenges in both national defense and industrial applications.”