The Wright-Patterson AFB Tech Expo aims to foster innovation, collaboration, and education by bringing together government and industry to address mission requirements and technology solutions.

This event, open and free to all Wright-Patterson AFB personnel, offers a platform to explore cutting-edge technologies and engage with industry professionals.

Exhibiting companies are encouraged to provide live demos and hands-on training to benefit the attendees. Showcase your technology solutions to meet the ever-changing demands that their mission requires.

 EVENT AGENDA 

  Wednesday, 18 March

  Hope Hotel and Conference Center

  0830 – 0930  Leadership Tour

  0930 – 1300  Exhibits Open to All

GOVERNMENT/MILITARY

This event welcomes all organizations, units, and tenant commands to explore, assess, and learn about current and upcoming technologies. Throughout the day, government and industry can work together on mission needs, with industry partners presenting their newest mission-focused technologies.

The event is free for all post personnel and takes place directly on your installation. Additionally, senior leaders have the chance to join a guided tour of the Expo before it opens to the public. It’s an excellent opportunity to identify potential solutions and products worth exploring further, and to engage in collaboration with other colleagues.

  Why Attend?

Envision

  • Keep up to date on industry trends
  • Evaluate the latest emerging technologies related to your mission
  • Explore innovative solutions to current challenges

Prepare

  • Engage with industry partners
  • Meet new solutions providers
  • Discover ways to integrate new technologies into current systems

Execute

  • Exchange information on future needs
  • Learn about enhancements to current products and services
  • Satisfy your industry outreach goals and objectives

Register to Attend

  Explore Emerging Technology Solutions

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INDUSTRY EXHIBITORS

Marketing strategies have evolved over time, yet the importance of engaging with customers in person remains unchanged. Demonstrating your strengths and connecting with a specific community of interest is a highly effective and economical method for building and nurturing customer connections. Exhibiting companies are advised to offer live demonstrations and interactive training sessions to enhance the attendees’ experience.

  Exhibit Package

  • Table, chairs, and electricity
  • Post event attendee list with opt-in contact information
  • Inclusion in the Senior Leadership Tour
  • Three company representatives at your table
  • Company listing on event website and printed exhibitor directory

Register to Exhibit

  Attendees

  • Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC)
  • 88th Air Base Wing/88th Communications Squadron
  • Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)/711th Human Performance Wing
  • National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC)
  • Air Force Material Command (AFMC)
  • Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT)
  • Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation Directorate (AFSAC)
  • Air Force Installation Contracting Center (AFICC)
  • 445th Airlift Wing

Ready to Exhibit? Visit our Exhibitor Information page  for full details on event logistics, deadlines, and exhibitor policies.

Technologies of Focus

Communications & Networking: Fiber Optics, 5G & Mobile Communication, Tactical Network Collaboration, Software-Defined Networking (SDN), Multi-Domain Networking / MPVNS, Open Architecture Systems, Communications & Display Systems, Radio & Software-Defined Radio (SDR), Networking Technologies

Security & Cybersecurity: Access Control & Physical Security, Cybersecurity / Zero Trust / Information Assurance, Security Management, Tempest Products, Accreditation & Certification

Data & Analytics: Big Data & Predictive Analytics, Data Management & Analytics, AI / Machine Learning, Blockchain

Cloud & IT Infrastructure: Cloud Computing & Security, IT & Network Management, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), Collaboration & Task Management Tools, Digital Enterprises & Virtual Platforms

Engineering & Manufacturing: 3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing, Model-Based Systems Engineering, Nanomaterials, Dimmable Transparencies

Sensors & Imaging: 3D Geospatial, Cameras & Imaging (incl. Aerial Imaging), Hypersonic & Advanced Sensors

Navigation & Timing: Positioning, Navigation, Timing (PNT) Technologies

Power & Materials: Power & Energy Solutions, Optical Storage

Training & Human Performance: Immersive & VR/AR Training, Human Performance Technologies & Wearables

Robotics & Autonomous Systems: Swarm & Autonomous Robotics, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)

Logistics & Sustainment: Logistics, Maintenance & Sustainment

Development & Methodologies: Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps

Technology Match