The US government's advanced manufacturing program gets an outside quality check
What happened
The US government awarded a $17.8 million contract for independent checks on its REACT program. An outside organization will now ensure this advanced manufacturing effort meets its technical and safety goals.
Why it matters
Complex government programs often bring in outside experts to verify their work. This contract means the REACT program, which focuses on advanced manufacturing, will have an external review of its development. The goal is to catch errors early and ensure the technology is reliable before it is widely used.
The signal
Watch for any public reports from the REACT program that detail the findings or recommendations from these independent reviews.