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US Army Expands ‘Cold Repair’ Method to Keep Gear Battle-Ready
The US Army is stepping up its repair game with a revolutionary cold spray solution designed to breathe new life into damaged equipment — no replacement required.
The VRC Dragonfly, a high-pressure cold spray (HPCS) system, has just been integrated at the Sierra Army Depot in California, offering a faster and more cost-effective alternative to traditional repair methods.
By applying high-energy coatings to metals like aluminum, steel, and copper, the Dragonfly preserves the integrity of materials while avoiding heat-related damage.
Read the full story on our new publication, NextGen Defense: US Army Expands ‘Cold Repair’ Method to Keep Gear Battle-Ready