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Applying DO-254 for Avionics Hardware Development and Certification

2024-11-20
This basic course introduces the intent of the DO-254 standard for commercial avionics hardware development. The content will cover many aspects of avionic hardware including, aircraft safety, systems, hardware planning, requirements, design, implementation, and testing. Participants will learn industry-best practices for real-world hardware development, common DO-254 mistakes and how to prevent them, and how to minimize risks and costs while maximizing hardware quality.
Technical Paper

Fitting Automotive Quality and Safety Expectations to Free and Open Source Software

2024-07-02
2024-01-2984
Due to manifold benefits compared to proprietary software solutions, free and open source software (FOSS) in general, and Linux especially becomes more and more relevant for embedded solutions in the automotive domain, especially in High Performance Computing Platforms (HPC). However, taking over liability and warranty for a FOSS software-based problem raises the problem of software quality assurance, and thus respectively risk control. In order to control and minimize the residual risk of a product or service, the traditional and well-accepted measure in the automotive domain is to assess the engineering processes and resulting work products via a process assessment model given by the ASPICE maturity model, as well as requirements from functional safety standards for safety related functions. The underlying process reference model of ASPICE assumes software development performed and controlled by an organization.
Technical Paper

Acoustic quality assurance during End of Line engine test approval

2024-06-12
2024-01-2922
Liebherr Machines Bulle SA designs and produces High-quality diesel engines, injection systems as well as hydraulic components. Liebherr has an Acoustic End of Line (A-EoL) system on serial test benches. All engines are measured, and noises are evaluated by operators. This subjective evaluation leads to dispersion on the evaluations, particularly for whining noise. To achieve Swiss quality requirements and ensure customer satisfaction, Liebherr wishes to define a new methodology to find a quantitative and objective criterion to set a robust engine noise compliance standard. This new methodology is based on near field microphone measurement of an engine run-down. First, whining noise signatures are extracted from the raw signal. Secondly, psychoacoustic indicators are calculated on the isolated signatures. Thresholds are then established to validate engine deliveries.
Training / Education

FAA Certification, Operations and Maintenance Orientation

2024-06-03
Certifying an aircraft, part or appliance can be challenging while navigating the maze of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) procedures, rules, policies and guidelines. Understand the FAA organizational structure, it's policies, guidelines and requirements leading to Type and Supplemental Type airworthiness approvals, and get a competitive edge and potential reduction in time in obtaining an FAA approval.
Training / Education

AS13100 RM13145 Requirements for Advanced Product Quality Planning and Production Part Approval

2024-06-03
This course is verified by Probitas Authentication as meeting the AS9104/3A requirements for continuing Professional Development. Aerospace manufacturers seek to improve quality, efficiency, cost, and delivery of their products. The best way to scale production and keep your processes on track is using APQP and PPAP tools in product development. AS9145 standardizes the requirements for the Product Development Process (PDP) with these tools, and now the AESQ has also established and deployed the AS13100 Standard for engine suppliers which addresses how to apply the tools to their work.
Technical Paper

Development and Validation of a Reduced Chemical Kinetic Mechanism of Dimethyl Carbonate and Ethylene Carbonate

2024-04-09
2024-01-2085
With the rapid development of electric vehicles, the demands for lithium-ion batteries and advanced battery technologies are growing. Today, lithium-ion batteries mainly use liquid electrolytes, containing organic compounds such as dimethyl carbonate and ethylene carbonate as solvents for the lithium salts. However, when thermal runaway occurs, the electrolyte decomposes, venting combustible gases that could readily be ignited when mixed with air and leading to pronounced heat release from the combustion of the mixture. So far, the chemical behavior of electrolytes during thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries is not comprehensively understood. Well-validated compact chemical kinetic mechanisms of the electrolyte components are required to describe this process in CFD simulations. In this work, submechanisms of dimethyl carbonate and ethylene carbonate were developed and adopted in the Ansys Model Fuel Library (MFL).
Technical Paper

Quality and Affordability by Design in Vehicle Realization

2024-04-09
2024-01-2496
Vehicle quality and affordability will always be the most distinguishing summative characteristics in a fully saturated and highly competitive market. While vehicle quality differentiates between brands in any market segment, affordability remains the key decisive factor for many buyers in each segment. Equally important, affordability is a critical factor in achieving equity in transportation by providing reasonably priced vehicles with quality fitting the needs of different users. Keeping in mind that the cost of quality is usually in conflict with affordability, the main challenge during the different phases of the vehicle design and development process from inception to production becomes the achievement of the multi-objective conflicting goals of maximizing affordability and quality at the same time.
Standard

Nickel Wire and Ribbon 99Ni

2024-04-01
CURRENT
AMS5555G
This specification covers a nickel in the form of round wire and rectangular ribbon.
Standard

Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid

2024-03-12
CURRENT
J1703_202403
This SAE Standard covers motor vehicle brake fluids of the nonpetroleum type, based upon glycols, glycol ethers, and appropriate inhibitors, for use in the braking system of any motor vehicle such as a passenger car, truck, bus, or trailer. These fluids are not intended for use under arctic conditions. These fluids are designed for use in braking systems fitted with rubber cups and seals made from styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR), or a terpolymer of ethylene, propylene, and a diene (EPDM).
Standard

Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Based Upon Glycols, Glycol Ethers, and the Corresponding Borates

2024-03-12
CURRENT
J1704_202403
This SAE Standard covers motor vehicle brake fluids of the nonpetroleum type, based upon glycols, glycol ethers, and borates of glycol ethers, and appropriate inhibitors for use in the braking system of any motor vehicle, such as a passenger car, truck, bus, or trailer. These fluids are not intended for use under arctic conditions. These fluids are designed for use in braking systems fitted with rubber cups and seals made from styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) or a terpolymer of ethylene, propylene, and a diene (EPDM).
Technical Paper

A Study on the Thermal Interface Mechanisms of Natural Fiber/Fillers and Allotrope-Based Polymers

2024-02-23
2023-01-5129
Composites of polymers reinforced with synthetic/natural fibers are mainly used in engineering sectors such as automobiles, aerospace, and in household appliances due to their abrasion resistance, high toughness, strength, and high specific modulus. The purpose of this research is to provide an overview of fiber-matrix interfaces and interface mechanism that leads to enhanced properties. This article investigates how natural/synthetic fibers, mineral based-materials and additional allotropic materials work rapidly and effectively across interfaces.
Technical Paper

Characteristics Enhancement of Mechanical Properties of Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites Reinforced with Silicon Carbide Using Stir Casting Technique

2024-02-23
2023-01-5164
Metal Matrix Composites (MMC) made of the aluminium as base metal is now being used in diversed applications due to its extended properties. The physical, chemical, mechanical and structural properties make it as irresistible in the engineering applications. Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) based on aluminium have increased in popular in various applications including aerospace, car, space, transportation, and undersea applications.. In this study, Al LM25/SiCp MMC was fabricated using a low-cost stir casting technique, and the weight percentage of SiCp was varied from 4% to 8% to prepare the MMC plates. The aim of the research was to investigate the mechanical properties of the specimen, including hardness, tensile, and impact tests. The microstructure of the specimens is investigated which shows the bonding between the particles which is fabricated by Stir casting method. The sample 2 has better mechanical properties when it is compared with other specimens.
Technical Paper

A Study on Different Chemical Treatments for Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites

2024-02-23
2023-01-5179
The aim of this study is to examine the effects of chemical treatments on the performance of composites that are reinforced with natural fibres. Natural fibres have several advantages, such as low density, low cost, and environmental friendliness, as they can be biodegraded or recycled. However, natural fibre composites also have some limitations, such as their poor compatibility with the matrix material and the reinforcement material. This leads to weak interfacial bonding and poor mechanical properties. Another problem with natural fibres is that they absorb more moisture than other materials, which can affect their dimensional stability and durability. Therefore, this research compares the compatibility of different chemical treatments that can modify the surface properties of natural fibres and improve their adhesion with the matrix and reinforcement.
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