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