The Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) was established in 1959 and is headquartered at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida. Its primary mission is to monitor compliance with nuclear test ban treaties by detecting and analyzing nuclear explosions worldwide, using a global network of sensors. During the Cold War, AFTAC played a crucial role in verifying Soviet nuclear tests and continues to provide vital scientific and technical expertise in nuclear event detection. Over the decades, AFTAC has evolved to include cutting-edge technologies, supporting both national and international security efforts.