Reino Unido ya cue
lunes, 30 de abril de 2012
Los 27 buscan aprobar la creación de un registro de pasajeros aéreos
Los 27 buscan aprobar la creación de un registro de pasajeros aéreos: Los ministros del Interior de los Veintisiete tratarán de aprobar este jueves la creación de un registro europeo de datos de pasajeros aéreos que entren y salgan de territorio comunitario, un proyecto en esencia similar al que existe en EEUU y que ha sido creado luego de los atentados del 11-S para facilitar la identificación de sospechosos de terrorismo y crimen organizado.
Reino Unido ya cue
Reino Unido ya cue
Nace “Cassidian CyberSecurity”
Nace “Cassidian CyberSecurity”:
EADS Cassidian va a crear una nueva empresa especializada, Cassidian CyberSecurity, que comenzará inicialmente en Alemania, Reino Unido y Francia, y que estará dedicada exclusivamente a atender el mercado de ciberseguridad de rápido crecimiento en Europa y Oriente Medio.
Airbus Will Cover Costs Of A380 Wing Crack Repairs
Airbus Will Cover Costs Of A380 Wing Crack Repairs: But Is Unlikely To Compensate Operators For Time Lost From Service Airbus said Friday that it will cover the costs airlines incur when repairing wing cracks which have cropped up in many A380 superjumbo airplanes, but the carriers will most likely not be reimbursed for the time that the airplanes are out of service.
sábado, 28 de abril de 2012
viernes, 27 de abril de 2012
Pratt & Whitney Canada’s (P&WC) PW210 engine has been selected by Eurocopter to power the next-generation X4 helicopter.
Compact, light-weight architecture delivering the best in class power-to-weight ratio and fuel burn for longer range and improved payload capabilities;
Advances in materials and compressor design, including P&WC proprietary alloys, demonstrated on new-generation engines for maximum durability and best lifecycle value;
Dual-channel FADEC (full-authority digital engine controls) for fast and accurate pilot control;
State-of-the-art diagnostics capability, including automatic fractional cycle counting to minimize downtime and keep PW210 operators flying.
Read more: http://www.defencetalk.com/pw210-engine-to-power-eurocopters-next-generation-x4-helicopter-42013/#ixzz1tDalDma6
Eurocopter España and TAF Helicopters create a support and services platform for light helicopter operators
Eurocopter España has acquired an 80 percent stake in the new company Sabadell Helicopters Service Center (SHSC), which brings together the aircraft maintenance and repair activities of the Catalonian company TAF Helicopters SL. This platform positions Eurocopter as a leading provider of technical assistance and logistics support services for the Spanish helicopter sector.
Continuing with its strategy of industrial expansion in Spain, Eurocopter yesterday proceeded with the purchase of an 80 percent stake in the new company Sabadell Helicopters Service Center (SHSC). With an initial staff of 35 technicians based at Sabadell Airport, near Barcelona, SHSC will enable Eurocopter to provide direct, specialized support for all civil helicopter fleets.
There are currently more than 700 civil helicopters registered in Spain and this number has steadily increased over the last 20 years at an annual rate of 5 percent, with Eurocopter products accounting for 60 percent of the Spanish fleet. Eurocopter also aims to increase the turnover deriving from after-sales activities, which are expected to undergo similar growth in the medium and long term.
"This acquisition is an integral part of Eurocopter's strategy of developing support and services activities" says Francisco Vergé, CEO of Eurocopter España. "The new logistics platform will enable us to respond to the support needs of the operators in a faster and more efficient way".
The requirements of maintaining a diverse fleet and the peculiarities of the different missions pose ever increasing challenges for operators. With the creation of this new platform, the world's number one helicopter manufacturer will assume direct support for these fleets, allowing companies to focus their attention on operating their aircraft.
"The establishment of SHSC is good news for all light helicopter operators," says Eduardo Miralta, CEO of TAF Helicopters SL. "This new logistics platform will ensure that operators have more competitive fleets, safer helicopters, higher availability rates and reduced maintenance costs."
SHSC plans to sign ad hoc agreements with operators to provide maintenance and airworthiness activities. In addition to providing optimum support for operators, the new company will also perform helicopter customization, modernization and retrofits.
About TAF Helicòpters
TAF was founded in Catalonia in 1959 and is one of the leading Spanish helicopter operators. It performs a wide range of missions, including medical services, mountain rescues, firefighting and aerial work. Over the years, the company has grown and developed helicopter maintenance activities for the different Eurocopter models in its fleet, amassing a wealth of know-how and technical experience. TAF Helicopters currently operates and maintains 21 helicopters, all of which are Eurocopter products. The company has a turnover of more than 20 million euros per year and an average workforce of 102 employees. TAF Helicopters is jointly owned by the Royal Automobile Club of Catalonia (RACC) and PTT SA, each having an equal share in the company. This agreement is confirmation of TAF's commitment to the aerospace industry, securing the future of its maintenance operations and enabling its expansion with the utmost guarantees of quality and technical excellence.
About Eurocopter
Established in 1992, the Franco-German-Spanish Eurocopter Group is a division of EADS, a world leader in aerospace and defense-related services. The Eurocopter Group employs approximately 20,000 people. In 2011, Eurocopter confirmed its position as the world's number one helicopter manufacturer with a turnover of 5.4 billion Euros, orders for 457 new helicopters and a 43 percent market share in the civil and parapublic sectors. Overall, the Group's helicopters account for 33 percent of the worldwide civil and parapublic fleet. Eurocopter's strong international presence is ensured by its subsidiaries and participations in 21 countries. Eurocopter's worldwide network of service centers, training facilities, distributors and certified agents supports some 2,900 customers. There are currently more than 11,300 Eurocopter helicopters in service in 149 countries. Eurocopter offers the most comprehensive civil and military helicopter range in the world and is fully committed to safety as the most important aspect of its business.
Continuing with its strategy of industrial expansion in Spain, Eurocopter yesterday proceeded with the purchase of an 80 percent stake in the new company Sabadell Helicopters Service Center (SHSC). With an initial staff of 35 technicians based at Sabadell Airport, near Barcelona, SHSC will enable Eurocopter to provide direct, specialized support for all civil helicopter fleets.
There are currently more than 700 civil helicopters registered in Spain and this number has steadily increased over the last 20 years at an annual rate of 5 percent, with Eurocopter products accounting for 60 percent of the Spanish fleet. Eurocopter also aims to increase the turnover deriving from after-sales activities, which are expected to undergo similar growth in the medium and long term.
"This acquisition is an integral part of Eurocopter's strategy of developing support and services activities" says Francisco Vergé, CEO of Eurocopter España. "The new logistics platform will enable us to respond to the support needs of the operators in a faster and more efficient way".
The requirements of maintaining a diverse fleet and the peculiarities of the different missions pose ever increasing challenges for operators. With the creation of this new platform, the world's number one helicopter manufacturer will assume direct support for these fleets, allowing companies to focus their attention on operating their aircraft.
"The establishment of SHSC is good news for all light helicopter operators," says Eduardo Miralta, CEO of TAF Helicopters SL. "This new logistics platform will ensure that operators have more competitive fleets, safer helicopters, higher availability rates and reduced maintenance costs."
SHSC plans to sign ad hoc agreements with operators to provide maintenance and airworthiness activities. In addition to providing optimum support for operators, the new company will also perform helicopter customization, modernization and retrofits.
About TAF Helicòpters
TAF was founded in Catalonia in 1959 and is one of the leading Spanish helicopter operators. It performs a wide range of missions, including medical services, mountain rescues, firefighting and aerial work. Over the years, the company has grown and developed helicopter maintenance activities for the different Eurocopter models in its fleet, amassing a wealth of know-how and technical experience. TAF Helicopters currently operates and maintains 21 helicopters, all of which are Eurocopter products. The company has a turnover of more than 20 million euros per year and an average workforce of 102 employees. TAF Helicopters is jointly owned by the Royal Automobile Club of Catalonia (RACC) and PTT SA, each having an equal share in the company. This agreement is confirmation of TAF's commitment to the aerospace industry, securing the future of its maintenance operations and enabling its expansion with the utmost guarantees of quality and technical excellence.
About Eurocopter
Established in 1992, the Franco-German-Spanish Eurocopter Group is a division of EADS, a world leader in aerospace and defense-related services. The Eurocopter Group employs approximately 20,000 people. In 2011, Eurocopter confirmed its position as the world's number one helicopter manufacturer with a turnover of 5.4 billion Euros, orders for 457 new helicopters and a 43 percent market share in the civil and parapublic sectors. Overall, the Group's helicopters account for 33 percent of the worldwide civil and parapublic fleet. Eurocopter's strong international presence is ensured by its subsidiaries and participations in 21 countries. Eurocopter's worldwide network of service centers, training facilities, distributors and certified agents supports some 2,900 customers. There are currently more than 11,300 Eurocopter helicopters in service in 149 countries. Eurocopter offers the most comprehensive civil and military helicopter range in the world and is fully committed to safety as the most important aspect of its business.
Las organizaciones empresariales de Salamanca compran Adventia
La Fundación Salamanca Progreso, formada por la Cámara de Comercio y la Confederación de Empresarios Salmantinos (Confaes), ha comprado el 90 por ciento de las acciones de la sociedad Adventia, la empresa que gestiona la Escuela de Pilotos, con sede en Matacán (Salamanca).
"Esto permite conformar un accionariado estable, garantía para que la Escuela de Pilotos reciba un nuevo impulso", ha señalado Martín Mesonero.
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jueves, 26 de abril de 2012
UNVEX'12 culmina con una exhibición de UAS en Marugán (Segovia)
UNVEX'12 ha concluido hoy en Marugán (Segovia) con la Jornada de Demostraciones en el aeródromo de Marugán (Segovia). Con ella, se ha clausurado el Congreso que ha acogido tres días de conferencias en Madrid y la jornada de exhibiciones del día de hoy.
Varias compañías han mostrado las capacidades de sus UAS. Indra ha puesto en vuelo su Pelícano, de ala rotatoria, con despegue y aterrizaje vertical automático adaptado al entorno naval y para ser utilizado en busques de la Armada, así como en entorno terrestre para todo tipo de operaciones militares y civiles (emergencias, salvamento y rescate, vigilancia de perímetros e infraestructuras, entre otras). También ha expuesto su Mantis, de ala fija, idóneo para misiones de inteligencia y vigilancia.
La compañía Cassidian, perteneciente al consorcio europeo EADS, ha puesto en vuelo su UAV Copter City, especialmente diseñado para el despegue y aterrizaje en áreas muy reducidas, dotado para vigilancia policial y seguridad. Dispone de una autonomía de 36 minutos; su tiempo de despegue es de 2 minutos y puede alcanzar una velocidad de 97 Km/horas. Puede operar en condiciones de lluvia (como ha demostrado en el día de hoy), niebla, día o noche.
El Instituto Nacional de Técnica Aeroespacial (INTA) ha mostrado las capacidades del ALO (Avión Ligero de Observación), concebido como un proyecto de bajo coste destinado a realizar misiones de observación de corto alcance y autonomía. Proporciona en tiempo real imágenes de reconocimiento y observación.
Unmanned Solutions (USOL) ha participado en la jornada de demostraciones con el sistema K50, de 50 kilos de peso, desarrollado especialmente para cubrir las necesidades de centros de investigación que quieran utilizar sistemas no tripulados para la realización de ensayos en vuelo con un presupuesto contenido.
Triedro Thermal Intelligent Solutions ha exhibido su MicroB, el UAS más pequeño a nivel mundial, con sólo 1 kg de peso. El lanzamiento se realiza mediante una catapulta fijada al suelo o manual que permite poner en vuelo el avión en pocos segundos, e incluso hacerlo en entornos urbanos altamente poblados. Está recomendado para realizar reconocimientos visuales en tiempo real de multitud de escenarios.
También han estado presentes la Fundación Andaluza para el Desarrollo Aeroespacial y el Centro Avanzado de Tecnologías Aeroespaciales (FADA-CATEC), con su sistema Viewer, un UAS de ala fija muy ligero. También se lanza con catapulta por lo que no necesita pista para despegar y aterrizar. Puede alcanzar un velocidad máxima de 110 kilómetros / hora y puede volar con una cámara visual o infrarroja.
La empresa ACRE ha mostrado el UAV Sirius, especialmente diseñado para ortofotografía. La aeronave ya es utilizada por varios países y puede volar hasta 200 m sobre el nivel del suelo a una velocidad máxima de 100 km/horas.
Esta ha sido la primera ocasión en que se ha celebrado una exhibición de estas características y con ella ha culminado UNVEX'12 tras tres días de un completo programa de Conferencias, con la participación de más de 30 empresas, ponentes nacionales e internacionales de primer nivel y una altísima afluencia de visitantes.
El encuentro, organizado por IDS ha contado con el apoyo y respaldo del Ministerio de Defensa; del CDTI; de las dos principales asociaciones empresariales del sector: TEDAE y AESMIDE; y de la Plataforma Tecnológica Hisparob; así como con el patrocinio de Cassidian, Indra, Thales, Navantia, Tekplus, CESA e INTA y la colaboración de Hisdesat.
Sobre IDS
IDS es una empresa integrada por profesionales de la comunicación especializados en Defensa y Seguridad que oferta servicios integrales de comunicación a empresas y organismos públicos y privados. Cuenta con un equipo de profesionales cualificados en la materia, respaldado por un amplio grupo de colaboradores especializados en áreas específicas de actividad, que se unen a los equipos multidisciplinares creados para la puesta en marcha de cada proyecto. En 2010 celebró en Madrid el primer encuentro en España especializado sobre Vehículos No Tripulados UNVEX`10 que representó un éxito de participación y asistentes.
El KC-390, misiles aire-aire y un futuro programa de UAV centraron el encuentro en Defensa entre Argentina y Brasil
El KC-390, misiles aire-aire y un futuro programa de UAV centraron el encuentro en Defensa entre Argentina y Brasil:
El encuentro bilateral entre el ministro de Defensa argenti
Cheap, stable, printable liquid solar cells developed
Cheap, stable, printable liquid solar cells developed:
Scientists at the University of Southern California (USC) have developed technology to cheaply produce stable liquid solar cells that can be painted or printed onto clear surfaces. The technology relies on solar nanocrystals that are around four nanometers in size - meaning you could fit more than 250 billion on the head of a pin. Their size allows them to be suspended in a liquid solution so they could be printed like a newspaper. The downside, commercialization of this technology is still years away. ..
Continue Reading Cheap, stable, printable liquid solar cells developed
Scientists at the University of Southern California (USC) have developed technology to cheaply produce stable liquid solar cells that can be painted or printed onto clear surfaces. The technology relies on solar nanocrystals that are around four nanometers in size - meaning you could fit more than 250 billion on the head of a pin. Their size allows them to be suspended in a liquid solution so they could be printed like a newspaper. The downside, commercialization of this technology is still years away. ..
Continue Reading Cheap, stable, printable liquid solar cells developed
KAI shareholders plan stake sale to international buyer
KAI shareholders plan stake sale to international buyer: The shareholders of Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) could sell a major stake in the firm in an effort to enhance its global competitiveness. "The...
Inside the F-35's engines: powering the fifth generation
Inside the F-35's engines: powering the fifth generation: Engines aboard Lockheed Martin's next generation F-35 fighters have been almost 30 years in the making. Liam Stoker takes a look at the development of Pratt & Whitney's F135 engine, from its concept to refinement, and details its performance against …
J-2X Engine Ready For Second Test Series
J-2X Engine Ready For Second Test Series: Designed To Power Upper Stage Of NASA's SLS The next-generation engine NASA says will help carry humans deeper into space than ever is back, bigger and better. The J-2X engine is currently on the A-2 Test Stand at NASA's Stennis Space Center in Mississippi for an extensive round of tests to build on last year's successful test firings.
NASA Awards Contract To Investigate Prospecting For Lunar Resources
NASA Awards Contract To Investigate Prospecting For Lunar Resources: Will Determine If Company Can Deploy Ice Prospecting Equipment To The Moon NASA has awarded a contract to Astrobotic Technology to determine whether its polar rover can deploy an ice-prospecting payload to the Moon. The ice could yield water, oxygen, methane and rocket propellant to dramatically reduce the cost of space exploration.
Emirates selecciona Tripulantes de Cabina de nuevo en España
Emirates selecciona Tripulantes de Cabina de nuevo en España:
Madrid.- La compañía aérea Emirates Airline realizará de nuevo una selección de personal para Tripulantes de Cabina en España, el próximo 5 de mayo en Sevilla, Barcelona y Zaragoza; el 11 de mayo en Bilbao y el 23 de junio en Madrid.
Madrid.- La compañía aérea Emirates Airline realizará de nuevo una selección de personal para Tripulantes de Cabina en España, el próximo 5 de mayo en Sevilla, Barcelona y Zaragoza; el 11 de mayo en Bilbao y el 23 de junio en Madrid.
El primer vuelo privado a la ISS aplazado hasta el 7 de mayo
El primer vuelo privado a la ISS aplazado hasta el 7 de mayo:
"Posponemos el lanzamiento una semana para llevar a cabo más pruebas de los códigos de acoplamiento del Dragon a la ISS y una nueva fecha de lanzamiento será fijada en coordinación con la Nasa”, dejó escrito Musk en la red Twitter.
"Posponemos el lanzamiento una semana para llevar a cabo más pruebas de los códigos de acoplamiento del Dragon a la ISS y una nueva fecha de lanzamiento será fijada en coordinación con la Nasa”, dejó escrito Musk en la red Twitter.
Detectan en la ISS microorganismos capaces de dañar el equipamiento metálico y de polímeros
Detectan en la ISS microorganismos capaces de dañar el equipamiento metálico y de polímeros:
Según calculan los expertos, en la ISS han sido descubiertos 76 especies de microorganismos, agentes patógenos, hongos y microbios ‘tecnófilos’ que causan la corrosión biológica de metales, entre otros materiales
Según calculan los expertos, en la ISS han sido descubiertos 76 especies de microorganismos, agentes patógenos, hongos y microbios ‘tecnófilos’ que causan la corrosión biológica de metales, entre otros materiales
Airbus slows A380 output, keeps delivery target-International Business-News-The Economic Times on Mobile
Airbus said on Thursday that it had slowed
production of A380 aircraft as it addresses
recent problems with wing cracks but it
maintained a target of delivering 30 of the
superjumbos in 2012.
Alestis aborda una dura restructuración interna para poder cumplir con Airbus
Los nuevos consejeros preparan a contrarreloj un plan de saneamiento económico y de mejora de los recursos que no descarta futuros ajustes de plantilla
C-101 del EdA se estrella en Meco
Un pequeño avión militar C101 se ha estrellado en el término municipal de Meco, Comunidad de Madrid
http://www.abc.es/agencias/noticia.asp?noticia=1154101
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