Tech 101: Resilient Materials

Resilient materials are engineered to withstand and recover from extreme environmental, mechanical, and chemical stress—making them vital for defense applications where performance under pressure is critical. From blast-resistant composites to high-temperature alloys and self-healing polymers, these materials enhance the durability, survivability, and readiness of DoD systems and personnel.

This introductory webinar will explore the fundamentals of resilient materials, key categories and use cases, and their growing role in supporting mission assurance, reducing maintenance, and enabling operational effectiveness across contested and austere environments. Attendees will gain a foundational understanding of how these materials are shaping the future of defense capabilities.

Speaker and Presenter Information

Dr. Gary Halada
Stony Brook University
Associate Professor, Department of Materials Science and Engineering

Relevant Government Agencies

Air Force, Army, Navy & Marine Corps, Intelligence Agencies, DOD & Military, Office of the President (includes OMB), Dept of Agriculture, Dept of Commerce, Dept of Education, Dept of Energy, Dept of Health & Human Services, Dept of Homeland Security, Dept of Housing & Urban Development, Dept of the Interior, Dept of Justice, Dept of Labor, Dept of State, Dept of Transportation, Dept of Treasury, Dept of Veterans Affairs, EPA, GSA, USPS, SSA, NASA, Other Federal Agencies, Legislative Agencies (GAO, GPO, LOC, etc.), Judicial Branch Agencies, State Government, County Government, City Government, Municipal Government, CIA, FEMA, Office of Personnel Management, Coast Guard, National Institutes of Health, FAA, Census Bureau, USAID, National Guard Association, EEOC, Federal Government, State & Local Government, FDA, Foreign Governments/Agencies, NSA, FCC