LSUS Students Unveil AI-Powered Weather App for Military Use

Bossier City, LA, October 20, 2025

News Summary

A team of students from Louisiana State University Shreveport has developed an AI-powered weather application named Heimdall, tailored for military purposes. Unveiled at the Cyber Innovation Center, the app boasts 30% greater accuracy than existing weather models, utilizing Google’s AI model, GraphCast. Designed for military testing under Project Airstorm, Heimdall is currently in beta and may extend its capabilities to civilian applications. The initiative is part of the Strikewerx program, allowing students to tackle real-world military challenges.

Bossier City – A team of computer science students from Louisiana State University Shreveport (LSUS) has developed an innovative AI-powered weather application named Heimdall, designed for military use. The application was unveiled at the Cyber Innovation Center in Bossier City, where it was presented to representatives of the Air Force Global Strike Command and potential investors.

Heimdall, named after the Norse god known for his prophetic abilities, aims to offer advanced predictive capabilities in weather forecasting. This unique app is claimed to be the only AI-powered weather service of its kind and is estimated to be 30% more accurate than existing weather models. It utilizes Google’s AI model, GraphCast, enhanced with traditional weather models and maps.

The application enables users to access both current and predicted weather information globally, with forecasts extending up to 16 days ahead. The project has been designated “Project Airstorm” by the Air Force, which plans to test its functionalities at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico. Currently, Heimdall is in its beta phase, with limited availability, and further development will be managed by the Cyber Innovation Center.

This initiative is part of the Strikewerx program, which aims to provide students with hands-on experience in military-related projects. Students from various institutions, including LSU Baton Rouge, Grambling, Louisiana Tech, and Bossier Parish Community College, are participating in the program.

The team that developed Heimdall consists of Joshua Francis, Eliana Gafford, Antonio Mata, Duaa Khawaldeh, Vincent Hartline, and Connor Zittrauer. Gafford expressed her enthusiasm about applying her computer science knowledge to a project that serves the country. Mata, who is nearing graduation, may have job opportunities with companies interested in the app following its successful presentation.

Kevin Nolten, president of the Cyber Innovation Center, highlighted the program’s focus on engaging students in real-world challenges and creating operational solutions. The Heimdall app has clear potential for civilian use following its military application, marking a significant advancement in how weather data can be utilized for both defense and public purposes.

Key Features of Heimdall

• AI-powered weather application
• 30% more accurate than current weather models
• Utilizes Google’s AI model, GraphCast
• Provides global weather forecasts for up to 16 days
• Designated for military testing under Project Airstorm
• Part of the Strikewerx program engaging students in military-related projects

Future Possibilities

The development of Heimdall not only highlights the potential for improved military operations but also opens avenues for civilian applications, ensuring that innovative technological advancements in weather forecasting can benefit a broader audience.

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• Shreveport Bossier Advocate
• Wikipedia: Weather Forecasting
• KTBS
• Google Search: AI Weather Forecasts
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