Tristan Thomas (left) and Madison Jones (right) engage with attendees during presentations. On February 18, leaders from across industry, government, and academia gathered at the MakerSpace at The University of Texas at San Antonio for the inaugural Virtual Center of Execution (VCOE)  event — a milestone moment in accelerating the nation’s additive manufacturing (AM) ecosystem. What unfolded exceeded expectations. The energy in the room, the depth of expertise, and the willin

Welcome to the digital home of the Additive Manufacturing Virtual Center of Execution — a place built to connect innovators, engineers, manufacturers, program offices, and sustainment teams across the Air Force and the broader defense ecosystem. Additive manufacturing is no longer a niche capability. It’s a strategic lever for readiness, resilience, and rapid response. But as the technology accelerates, so does the need for clarity: clear standards, clear pathways to qualific