Retired Brigadier General joins Applied Energetics (AERG) Board of Advisors

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Applied Energetics, Inc. reported that it has appointed Brigadier General (Ret) Samuel “Luke” Peterson to its Board of Advisors, effective September 25, 2025. This move brings additional military and defense-related experience to the company’s advisory ranks.

For his role on the Board of Advisors, Gen. Peterson will receive a monthly cash stipend and stock options that are subject to vesting over time, aligning part of his compensation with the company’s equity. The company also issued a press release describing this appointment and filed it as an exhibit to this report.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 8.01, 9.01

2 items

Item 8.01 Other Events Other

Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT

TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE

SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) September 25, 2025

APPLIED ENERGETICS, INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware

(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)

001-14015		77-0262908
(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

9070 S Rita Road, Suite 1500, Tucson, Arizona		85747
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)		(Zip Code)

(520) 628-7415

(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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Item 8.01 – Other Events

On September 25, 2025, Applied Energetics, Inc. issued a press release announcing the appointment of Brigadier General (Ret) Samuel “Luke” Peterson to its Board of Advisors. For his services on the Board of Advisors, Gen. Peterson is to receive compensation including a monthly cash stipend and stock options which are subject to vesting.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

Exhibit 99.1		Press Release, dated September 25, 2025-- Applied Energetics Appoints BG(Ret) Samuel “Luke” Peterson to Advisory Board
107		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

	APPLIED ENERGETICS, INC.
	By:	/s/ Christopher Donaghey
		Christopher Donaghey
		President and Chief Executive Officer

Date: September 25, 2025

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FAQ

What did Applied Energetics (AERG) announce in this 8-K?

Applied Energetics announced the appointment of Brigadier General (Ret) Samuel “Luke” Peterson to its Board of Advisors, effective September 25, 2025.

What role will Brigadier General (Ret) Samuel “Luke” Peterson have at Applied Energetics (AERG)?

He will serve on Applied Energetics’ Board of Advisors, providing guidance and expertise to the company.

How will Gen. Peterson be compensated for his service to Applied Energetics (AERG)?

He will receive a monthly cash stipend and stock options, with the stock options subject to vesting.

Did Applied Energetics (AERG) issue a press release about this appointment?

Yes, the company issued a press release dated September 25, 2025, describing the appointment of Gen. Peterson to its Advisory Board.

Is this Applied Energetics (AERG) filing related to earnings or a major transaction?

No, this filing relates to an advisory board appointment and associated compensation, not to earnings or a major transaction.

Which exhibit in the 8-K covers the Applied Energetics (AERG) announcement?

Exhibit 99.1 contains the press release titled “Applied Energetics Appoints BG(Ret) Samuel “Luke” Peterson to Advisory Board.”