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Aerojet Rocketdyne establishes hydrocarbon R&D office in Alabama

2014-09-24

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Northrop Grumman's MQ-4C Triton UAS enters next phase of testing

2014-09-23

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Northrop Grumman chosen to develop AESA technology for DARPA

2014-09-24

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Boeing, Liquid Robotics team on solutions for maritime surveillance

2014-09-23

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ULA, Blue Origin to develop new American rocket engine

2014-09-24

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Heat-pipe embedded CFRP enclosures for electronics thermal management

2015-03-24

In the area of electronics enclosures, traditional metal structures conduct and spread heat over large surfaces, but composites act as insulation. Heat generated by components causes internal temperatures to rise and has detrimental impact on the performance and reliability of the electronics.

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Altair optimizes 3D-printed structures for complex, lightweight designs

2015-04-02

The company expects to better support the use of additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, by releasing new OptiStruct solver capabilities for topology optimization. The company claims this new technology is the first tool developed specifically for designers of lattice structures.

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Growing pains (and gains) of P&W's Pure Power engine

2016-08-23

After many years of flat-lining in the supply of new commercial jet engines—with improved models, but with designs dating back to the late 1990s, relying on a continuous path of evolutionary development—a new generation of super-efficient powerplants is entering service, introducing many technologies that will also be applied to future engines.

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NASA vocal about sharing technologies to reduce noise, emissions

2016-01-30

Looking into the future, NASA believes its research could save commercial airlines billions of dollars in 'new era of aviation.'

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Lockheed Martin offering its 'production ready' T-50A for USAF trainer competition

2016-02-14

The T-50A was developed jointly by Lockheed Martin and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to replace the T-38 and train pilots to fly fifth-generation aircraft such as the F-22 and F-35.

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Bizjets hope to get a lift from new technology

2017-08-01

All the major business jet manufacturers have used this relatively quiet period, following the post-2008 slump, to invest in the design and development of new products.

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Protecting additive manufacturing’s digital thread

2017-08-01

The prevalence of counterfeits, coupled with the critical nature of aviation components, has spawned an industry of supply chain verification technology and services.

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Raytheon looks to be at the heart of electrical power systems

2017-07-14

It is clear that as each new airplane design emerges, the trend toward more electrically powered systems is going to gain momentum. EPSs offer improved performance and reliability while saving weight.

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Embry-Riddle Worldwide to offer master’s in unmanned systems

2014-05-08

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RCCI engine begins in-vehicle demonstration testing

2014-05-12

Higher fuel efficiency and reduced exhaust emissions are two potential benefits associated with Reactivity Controlled Compression Ignition (RCCI), a dual-fuel combustion strategy being spearheaded by a team at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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NASA plans to go beyond batteries for space exploration

2014-05-08

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Airbus A350 XWB undergoes extreme weather testing

2014-05-08

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Shape-shifting wings to fly in July

2014-05-15

Stiff but flexible trailing-edge beams could replace conventional wing flaps to boost aerodynamic efficiency.

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Airframe drilling and countersinking book

2014-06-02

Offers a stepped approach for evaluating possible areas for applying automation and a detailed description of the process for choosing, acquiring, and transitioning the right machinery for success.

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Unmanned aircraft must rise above barriers for commercial applications

2014-05-09

For years, the most sophisticated UASs have employed “autonomous” algorithms that allow them to operate for hours without human intervention or control. This autonomy can be perceived as true intelligence but also as dangerous—raising concerns about accidents and moral and legal accountability.