By Jessica Nelson
In a recently awarded project, the Alabama Materials Institute at The University of Alabama will aid the Air Force Research Laboratory in developing technology related to a new satellite propellant. The AFRL-developed Advanced Spacecraft Energetic Non-Toxic propellant, formerly known as AF-M315E, is less toxic and burns hotter than current satellite-based propellants, resulting in greater efficiency.
In 1837, The University of Alabama became one of the first five universities in the nation to offer engineering classes. Today, UA’s College of Engineering has more than 5,200 students and more than 170 faculty. In recent years, students in the College have been named USA Today All-USA College Academic Team members, Goldwater, Hollings, Portz, Boren, Mitchell and Truman scholars.
Author: Jessica Nelson / Posted on: June 26, 2025 / Posted in: Chemical and Biological Engineering, Faculty and Staff, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Partners, UA News / Features: Dr. Gregory B. Thompson, Dr. James W. Harris, Dr. Joshua A. Bittle, Dr. Tibor Szilvási
