Vectron Congratulates India Space Research Organization (ISRO) on Early Success of the Chandrayaan Moon Mission
December 17, 2008
“It is exciting to watch the remarkable success of this mission,” commented
Vectron, a global leader in frequency control electronics, designs and manufactures high reliability electronic components for use in harsh environments, such as deep space exploration. For space applications, precision timing elements are typically used in data transmission and communications subsystems.
About Vectron International
Vectron International is a world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of frequency control, sensor, and hybrid product solutions. Vectron solves complex timing, filtering and sensor challenges by delivering customized solutions that speed time to market and offer low total cost of ownership. Vectron uses the very latest techniques in both bulk acoustic wave (BAW) and surface acoustic wave (SAW) based designs from DC to microwave frequencies. Committed to the industry’s highest quality service standard and complete satisfaction, Vectron International leverages its global footprint and 50 years of experience to help customers achieve competitive differentiation and improve their bottom line. Vectron International is headquartered in
Lockheed Martin-Led Team Selected to Prototype New Space Situation Awareness Capabilities for U.S. Air Force
December 17, 2008
“The team is proud to support the delivery of operational prototype capability to the Joint Space Operations Center to address critical needs,” said
The Lockheed Martin ISSA team, which includes Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems, will perform majority of the work in
Headquartered in
XCOR Aerospace Completes Successful First Test Fire of Engine for Lynx Suborbital Launch Vehicle
December 17, 2008
The new engine, designated the 5K18, produces between 2500-2900 lbf thrust by burning a mixture of liquid oxygen and kerosene. The engine was fired
“Today’s successful hot fire marks an important step forward in building the Lynx,” said XCOR CEO
During its nine years of existence, XCOR has conducted over 3,600 hot fires of rocket engines. During this time, XCOR has built, test-fired, and flown many different engines. The 5K18 is the eleventh engine design XCOR has built and fired. All have had perfect safety records. XCOR has not had a single lost time injury due to engine operations during its nine years of existence. It has also never seen one of its engines wear out, which is in marked contrast with the experience of most of the aerospace industry. XCOR’s experience also includes building rocket-powered vehicles. The company has already developed and safely flown two generations of rocket-powered aircraft. Overall, the firm has flown these vehicles 66 times, and XCOR alone accounts for more than half of all manned rocket-powered flights in the 21st century. The Lynx will mark the company’s third rocket-powered vehicle, and the first designed for space access.
“Firing a new rocket engine is always an important milestone,” said COO
“The propulsion system is not only the hardest part of the launcher to design and build, it also determines every other aspect of the vehicle,” said XCOR CEO
“XCOR’s revolutionary rocket engines are the heart of our vehicle design,” Nelson states. “They are a disruptive technology in the space launch industry because they make it possible to deliver payloads with much higher reliability, significantly shorter lead times and dramatically lower operating costs. Our safety-enhanced engines are also easier on the environment. They will make the Lynx a game-changer in the space launch industry.”
The Lynx will use four of the 5K18 engines to carry people or payloads to the edge of space. Earlier this month, XCOR announced that RocketShip Tours, of
XCOR Aerospace is a
Kennedy Space Center Chooses SRA for Constellation Launch Control Systems
December 17, 2008
SRA-built Spacecraft Command Language provides cost savings, modernization to NASA launch control systems
KSC is modernizing the launch control system, using commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS)-based solutions to control costs and introduce state-of-the-art technology. SRA’s SCL software package will provide KSC engineers with the tools necessary to process the new launch vehicle and provide real-time monitoring and control of the launch control infrastructure.
SRA’s SCL will be used throughout the entire infrastructure of the Ares launch vehicle, the replacement for the Space Shuttle. At KSC, SCL will be used to monitor ground support equipment; control the re-fueling process; regulate countdown sequencing; and review and test the Ares vehicle prior to and during countdown.
SCL has been approved for the International Space Station, and has more than 10 years of on-orbit experience as a COTS flight software product for NASA and military satellites. SCL uses the same software on the flight system as on ground control systems, allowing information to flow more easily among systems and providing cost savings.
“NASA has embraced the idea of software re-use throughout the entire lifecycle of the Constellation Program,” said
About SRA International, Inc.
SRA and its subsidiaries are dedicated to solving complex problems of global significance for government organizations serving the national security, civil government and global health markets. Founded in 1978, the company and its subsidiaries have expertise in such areas as air surveillance and air traffic management; contract research organization (CRO) services; cybersecurity; disaster response planning; enterprise resource planning; environmental strategies; IT systems, infrastructure and managed services; logistics; public health preparedness; strategic management consulting; systems engineering; and wireless integration.
Iniciado el proceso de postulación: Miles de dólares en becas y pasantías con la NASA disponibles para estudiantes universitarios de ciencias y matemáticas La NASA y socios urgen a estudiantes de baja representación que se presenten al programa MUST de becas/pasantías – plazo vence el 2 de feb.
December 17, 2008
A EDITORES DE EDUCACIÓN Y TECNOLOGÍA:
DALLAS, 17 de diciembre /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Los
universitarios de grupos minoritarios que estudian ciencias, tecnología,
ingeniería o matemáticas (la sigla en inglés STEM) están entre aquellos a los
que se les urge postularse al programa becario que puede llegar a cubrir hasta
la mitad de la matrícula universitaria anual, ofrecer pasantía con sueldo en
la Administración nacional aeronáutica y espacial — National Aeronautics and
Space Administration (NASA), además de ofrecer oportunidades de contacto y
desarrollo profesional. El plazo final para presentar solicitudes a las becas
del programa Motivando a universitarios en ciencias y tecnología — Motivating
Undergraduates in Science and Technology (MUST) vence el 2 de febrero de 2009
y el formulario detallado de solicitud puede ser encontrado en línea en http://www.nasa.gov/education/must.
El programa es posible gracias al consorcio MUST, una asociación entre la
NASA, la Sociedad de ingenieros hispánicos profesionales – Society for
Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), el Fondo universitario hispánico –
Hispanic College Fund (HCF) y Programas especiales del fondo unido de
universidades negras – United Negro College Fund Special Programs (UNCFSP).
El programa MUST ofrece lo siguiente:
– Una beca competitiva de un año que cubre hasta la mitad de la matrícula
y costos con un límite de US$10.000 por año académico. La beca puede ser
renovada hasta el penúltimo año del estudiante desde que el mismo continúe
cumpliendo con todos los requisitos exigidos.
– Apoyo a los estudiantes a través del Sistema MUST de apoyo profesional y
académico – Support from MUST Professional and Academic Support System (PASS),
que ofrece a los estudiantes acceso a una comunidad estudiantil en línea y al
desarrollo profesional/entrenamiento de liderazgo.
– Un estipendio de US$6.000 para participar del programa de pasantía de la
NASA con 10 semanas de duración en verano, además de un suplemento para
transporte y localización hasta un máximo de US$1.000.
– Recursos sin igual, perspectivas y la experiencia del consorcio MUST
para estimular la educación STEM y las ambiciones de carrera.
Las becas MUST, que están abiertas a todos los estudiantes, serán
adjudicadas a aquellos calificados e interesados en seguir carreras dentro de
las disciplinas STEM. Los postulantes deberán ser universitarios destacados de
primer, segundo o tercer año; ciudadanos estadounidenses y residentes en los
Estados Unidos o en territorio de los EE.UU.; tener promedio mínimo
acumulativo de nota de 3,0 en una escala de 4,0; estar matriculado en una
carrera universitaria de disciplina STEM que se encuadre con las competencias
fundamentales de NASA; y estar registrado como estudiante de tiempo completo
en el año académico 2009-2010. El programa MUST coloca énfasis particular en
la participación de estudiantes en los grupos de representación limitada,
donde se incluyen a las mujeres, los afroamericanos, los hispanoamericanos,
los indios americanos y los minusválidos.
En el 2008-2009 fueron adjudicadas becas a cien estudiantes.
El HCF
El Fondo universitario hispánico – Hispanic College Fund (HCF), es una
organización nacional sin ánimo de lucro que se dedica a desarrollar a las
próximas generaciones de profesionales hispánicos en los Estados Unidos. La
organización tiene como objetivo ayudar a todos los estudiantes latinos
merecedores y que aspiran a una carrera profesional exitosa. Desde su
fundación en 1993, el Fondo universitario hispánico ha brindado apoyo para la
educación de más de 3.000 estudiantes hispánico de bajo ingreso que deseaban
seguir carreras en administración de empresas, ciencias, ingeniería y
tecnología, con un aporte de más de US$8 millones en becas. Por medio de
programas como el Programa de becas – Scholarship Program, Simposios de la
juventud hispánica – Hispanic Youth Symposia, Latinos en la vía rápida –
Latinos on the Fast Track (LOFT), Programa de conexiones y de liderazgo y
desarrollo HYP – Connections and the HYP Leadership & Development Program, el
HCF viene enriqueciendo vidas y construyendo puentes para nuestros líderes
hispánicos del futuro. Visite http://www.hispanicfund.org.
La SHPE
SHPE, Inc. ofrece talentosos ingenieros y técnicos hispánicos de calidad,
con el compromiso de enaltecer la posición de los Estados Unidos en los
ámbitos de matemáticas, ciencias, ingeniería y tecnología con una fuerte base
de profesionales hispánicos de talento. La SHPE ofrece a sus miembros
estudiantes y profesionales mejores oportunidades de educación, de crecimiento
a nivel profesional y personal y de participación comunitaria. Su fundación
educacional Promoción de la excelencia hispánica en tecnología, ingeniería,
matemáticas y ciencias – Advancing Hispanic Excellence in Technology,
Engineering, Math and Science (AHETEMS), ofrece educación a los estudiantes
hispánicos desde jardín de infancia hasta programas de doctorado en ciencias,
tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas. Visite http://www.shpe.org or http://www.ahetems.org.
UNCFSP
La organización de Programas especiales del fondo unido de universidades
negras – United Negro College Fund Special Programs UNCFSP), cuenta con una
cartera con más de US$90 millones en programas federales y tiene por misión
“coordenar y brindar servicios de apoyo a la educación” a las instituciones de
enseñanza superior. Las agencias federales como los Centros de control y
prevención de enfermedades – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
Administración nacional aeronáutica y espacial – National Aeronautics and
Space Administration, Biblioteca nacional de medicina – National Library of
Medicine, Agencia estadounidense para el desarrollo internacional – U.S.
Agency for International Development, los Departamentos de Estado de
Educación, Defensa, Energía y del Interior de los EE.UU. han brindado fondos
para programas esparcidos por cuatro continentes y en más de 37 países. Con
sus programas, UNCFSP ha ofrecido más de US$32,5 millones a cientos de
instituciones nacionales e internacionales de enseñanza superior para la
educación y el desarrollo de la investigación, la creación de fuerzas de
trabajo, capacitación, asistencia técnica, becas de investigación, pasantías,
entrenamiento y consejería. Visite http://www.uncfsp.org.
FUENTE SPHE, Inc.
Aviation Partners, Inc., and Airbus to Test Fly Blended Winglets on the A320
December 17, 2008
Using an A320 aircraft, Airbus is testing Blended Winglets, developed by Aviation Partners, Inc. (API) to identify performance and economic benefits. Photo copyright: Airbus. (PRNewsFoto/Aviation Partners, Inc.)
If analyses, including market and financial aspects, provide a positive result, Airbus and API would offer the Blended winglet for the A320 family aircraft.
Aviation Partners, Inc. developed the patented Blended Winglet Technology.
This fuel saving green technology is now flying on over 3000 private and commercial jets world-wide.
Hamilton Sundstrand Equipment Contributes to Successful ARJ21 First Flight
December 17, 2008
Built by AVIC I Commercial Aircraft (ACAC) of
Hamilton Sundstrand is a key systems supplier on the ARJ21, supplying the electric power system, including the APS3200 Auxiliary Power Unit; the Ram Air Turbine; the high-lift actuation system, which includes flap and slat actuators, drive train, power drive units and controllers; and the electrical power generation, primary distribution and emergency power system.
At a recent ARJ supplier conference in
“Hamilton Sundstrand is honored to partner with ACAC on the ARJ21,” said
Hamilton Sundstrand’s suite of ARJ21 systems is expected to generate approximately
With 2007 revenues of
United Technologies Corp., based in
Roll out del primer P-3 de la Fuerza Aérea brasileña
December 17, 2008
Madrid, 17 de diciembre de 2008 – Hoy ha tenido lugar, en las instalaciones de la División de Aviones de Transporte Militar de EADS en Getafe (Madrid), el roll out de la primera unidad del avión P-3A modificada de Patrulla Marítima que ha contado con la presencia del Comandante de la Fuerza Aérea de Brasil, el Excmo. Sr. Tte. Brig. do Ar Juniti Saitol.
Los P-3 de Brasil se utilizarán principalmente en misiones de Patrulla Marítima para la protección de la Zona Económica Exclusiva brasileña (ZEE), control de fronteras, tráfico drogas en la Región Amazónica y en misiones de Salvamento y Rescate en un área de más de 6 millones de Km2 asignados por la OACI al Gobierno de Brasil (prácticamente todo el Atlántico Sur)
El avión modernizado, primero de los 9 adquiridos por el Gobierno brasileño, incluye las siguientes modificaciones: Instalación de sensores de tecnología avanzada, integración total de los nuevos sensores con el nuevo sistema táctico FITS de EADS CASA, una nueva aviónica Thales compatible con la del C-295, nuevos sistemas de navegación y comunicación, nuevos instrumentos de motor, un nuevo piloto automático digital, un sistema HACLCS para el lanzamiento de misiles Arpón, re-acondicionamiento interior y exterior del avión, un nuevo Centro de Apoyo a la Misión y un nuevo Entrenador Táctico para la tripulación de misión.
El FITS integra los sensores de misión y proporciona una interfaz con los nuevos sistemas de navegación, aumentando así el rendimiento operacional de los Aviones de Patrulla Marítima. El FITS cuenta con consolas de operador universales y redundantes, reconfigurables por SW, una interfaz hombre-máquina intuitiva y flexible y una arquitectura de Sistema Abierto y Empleo de Equipos Comerciales (COTS). Gracias a este sistema, único en el mundo, la División de Aviones de Transporte Militar de EADS lidera el mercado de aviones de misión.
Además de los P-3A de Brasil, MTAD ha modernizado los P-3 del Ejercito del Aire español, ha suministrado ya seis (6) de los treinta y seis (36) CN-235 (como base para el HC-144A) para el programa Deepwater del Guardacostas de EE.UU.. Portugal adquirió en 2006, doce (12) aviones C-295 de los que cinco (5) son MPA con FITS y Chile en 2007 tres (3) aviones C-295 con una opción por cinco (5) más. Otros países que cuentan con aviones de patrulla marítima de esta Division de EADS son Irlanda y Mexico. En España, SASEMAR, dependiente del Mº de Fomento adquirió tres (3) CN-235 MPA, el Ejercito del Aire encargó a MTAD la conversión en aviones de patrulla marítima de seis (6) CN-235 de su inventario, y la Guardia Civil adquirió dos (2) CN-235 MPA en 2007. El sistema FITS puede ser instalado tanto en plataformas de EADS como en las de otros fabricantes y puede ser utilizado tanto para rescate de náufragos como para vigilancia de la Zona Economica Exclusiva, o misiones antisubmarinas.
EADS es un líder global de la industria aeroespacial, de defensa y servicios relacionados. En 2007, EADS generó ingresos por valor de 39.100 millones de euros con una plantilla de unos 116.000 empleados. EADS incluye al fabricante de aviones Airbus, a Eurocopter, el mayor proveedor de helicópteros del mundo, y a la empresa conjunta MBDA, líder internacional en la producción de misiles. EADS es el socio mayoritario del consorcio Eurofighter, es el contratista principal del lanzador Ariane, desarrolla el avión de transporte militar A400M y es el socio industrial mayoritario para el sistema europeo de navegación por satélite Galileo.
Thales delivers major milestone on ATR program
December 17, 2008
Montreal, 17 December 2008 – Today is an important landmark for Thales’s aerospace
business with the successful power-on of the Thales avionics suite installed on the ATR -600
pre-series aircraft
Thales was selected in 2007 as Tier 1 systems integrator for the new ATR glass flight deck
and is responsible for integrating systems provided by other suppliers. Based on state-of-theart
technology in integrated modular avionics (IMA) and AFDX communication networks, this
new cockpit comprises five LCD displays, the flight management system (FMS) and the
latest and most accurate communication and navigation systems, as well as a new automatic
pilot with Cat 3A approach capability.
In accordance with the initial contract schedule, Thales delivered the hardware elements of
the avionics suite as well as the software needed for power-on of the ATR, which was
completed successfully. This achievement was the result of close collaboration between
Thales and ATR over a period of several months.
This first delivery is an important milestone and will allow Thales and ATR to begin the
aircraft integration and verification phases in preparation for the first flight, scheduled for
2009.
Commenting on this important milestone, Luigi Lombardi, ATR SVP Operations, declared:
“We are proud of starting the ground tests of the aircraft, which represent the result of work
done in the last months, in partnership with Thales. We congratulate our teams, which are
working around the clock.” He concluded: “Thanks to such efforts, we are on track with the
development calendar of the ‘-600 series’ ATRs.”
“We are extremely proud to have delivered the systems required by ATR after 14 months of
collaboration together, and to have thus contributed to the success of the power-on
operation. The ATR -600 pre-series aircraft heralds a significant advance in the turboprop
market, and we will continue our efforts in preparation for the aircraft’s first flight,” said Alain
Boursier, Thales, Vice President in charge of regional and business jet aircraft.
About ATR
Toulouse-based regional aircraft manufacturer ATR is the world leader in the 50- to 74-seat turboprop
market. ATR is an equal partnership between Alenia Aeronautica (a Finmeccanica company) and
EADS, and counts 140 operators in 80 countries.
The new ATR 42-600 and ATR 72-600 will feature the latest technological enhancements while
building on the well known advantages of the current aircraft, namely its high efficiency, proven
dispatch reliability, low fuel burn and reduced operating costs. The ATR -600 series aircraft will be
progressively introduced in the beginning of 2011.
UZBEKISTAN AIRWAYS ORDERS FOUR A320s
December 17, 2008
Uzbekistan’s national carrier, Uzbekistan Airways, signed a firm contract for the purchase of four A320 aircraft as part of the modernisation of its medium range fleet. In addition to six A320s already acquired by the airline in June 2007, this order will further enlarge the airline’s A320 orders up to ten aircraft.
Uzbekistan Airways’ A320s will feature the all-new cabin, which provides more passenger comfort in a modern and brighter environment. The aircraft will be operated on the airline’s extended network of international and domestic destinations.
Uzbekistan Airways currently operates three A310s on the routes to Europe and East Asia.
“We are pleased that Uzbekistan Airways, one of the leading carriers in CIS, has one more time confirmed its confidence in the A320 Family, by increasing its orders portfolio with Airbus. This best selling single-aisle aircraft, which benefits from the most advanced technology and highest cost effectiveness, will undoubtedly contribute to the airline’s further growth,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers.
Uzbekistan Airways was founded 1992, starting out on international routes to London, Frankfort, Delhi, Karachi, Kuala-Lumpur, Tel-Aviv and Beijing. In recognition of its performance, the airline has already received the International Fund for Aviation Safety Diploma and a Certificate from Airports International Association and “Euromarket-2000”. Uzbekistan Airways operates regular flights to more than forty cities around the world such as America, Europe, Middle East, Southeast, Central Asia and the CIS and plans to increase the number of destinations in the coming years.
The A320 Family, which includes the A318, A319, A320 and A321, is recognised as the benchmark single-aisle aircraft family. Each aircraft features fly-by-wire controls and all share a unique cockpit and operational commonality across the range. With proven reliability and extended servicing periods, the A320 Family has the lowest operating costs of any single aisle aircraft. Uniquely, the A320 Family offers a containerised cargo system, which is compatible with the worldwide standard wide-body system.
Around 6,300 Airbus A320 Family aircraft have been sold and more than 3,600 delivered to more than 280 customers and operators worldwide, making it the worlds best selling commercial jetliner ever. Twelve carriers in the entire region currently operate some 120 Airbus aircraft with over 160 aircraft still to be delivered in the near future.
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