Kennametal unveils new FBX drill for aerostructural parts Kennametal has introduced the FBX drill for flat-bottom drilling of structural aerospace components. The patented FBX drill is said to deliver superior stability and up to 200% higher metal removal…
Hudson appointed as COO to support Trackwise’s expansion Trackwise has announced the appointment of Steve Hudson as chief operating officer. He will support CEO, Philip Johnston in executing the company’s strategy and vision as Trackwise expands to serve…
Farsound’s Canadian team confirm lease on a new Toronto facility As part of its international growth programme, Farsound’s Canadian team has announced that it has signed a lease on a larger facility in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The company will lease…
Exploring a new approach to innovation in the space sector Michael Jaeger, a partner and patent attorney in the Electronics, Computing and Physics group at European intellectual property firm, Withers & Rogers looks at what a commercial approach to innovation…
ARCA galley system addresses new industry demands AIM Altitude is addressing many of the industry demands to build back greener following the global pandemic. ARCA is an immensely efficient galley system that offers enhanced hygiene whilst giving…
Heilind Electronics partners with ITT Cannon Heilind Electronics has expanded its portfolio with the addition of products from ITT Cannon – a global market leader in the design and manufacture of harsh environment connector solutions. The…
Lockheed Martin announces new F-35 and programme management leaders Lockheed Martin has announced Bridget Lauderdale, currently vice president and general manager for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics' Integrated Fighter Group (IFG), including the F-16 and F-22, has been named vice president…
Swarming: XQ-58A Valkyrie has launched another smaller drone The Air Force Research Laboratory in the US has revealed the XQ-58A Valkyrie, an unmanned and experimental drone, has launched another smaller drone. The XQ-58A Valkyrie launched the ALTIUS-600 small…
Northrop Grumman hits new ICBM manufacturing milestone Northrop Grumman successfully conducted an initial review for the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) engineering and manufacturing development programme. Northrop Grumman was awarded the $13.3 billion GBSD engineering and manufacturing…
CGTech announces 3DLive GDML interface for VERICUT software CGTech has announced that its VERICUT software can now read in Geometry Description Markup Language (GDML) files with a new 3DLive Interface. GDML is an application independent geometry description format…
Keyence unveils IM-8000 measurement system Measurement specialist Keyence says it has further enhanced its market-leading dimension measurement system range which delivers all the benefits of the acclaimed IM-7000 series, but with even greater speed, accuracy…
Boeing awarded $1.6bn contract for next 11 P-8 Poseidon aircraft The US Navy has awarded Boeing a $1.6 billion production contract for the next 11 P-8A Poseidon aircraft. Nine aircraft will join the US Navy fleet and two will go…
Safran wins three Crystal Cabin Awards Safran has won three Crystal Cabin Awards: "Cabin Systems" category for SOPHY, the smart trolley solution, "Passenger Comfort Hardware" category for its Modulair innovation, a concept offering an enhanced comfort…
ZeroAvia secures £18m to kick off large engine development ZeroAvia is launching the development program for a 2MW hydrogen-electric powertrain for full-size regional aircraft. The program kick-off is supported by a new raise of £17.6 million, led by Horizons…
Government must do more to promote space sector ambitions Industry experts have come out in support of the government’s ambitions to make the UK a global space superpower. But there are also calls for clearer communication of its real-world…
Virgin Galactic unveils new spaceship for its growing fleet Virgin Galactic has unveiled the company’s first SpaceShip III in its growing fleet, VSS Imagine. The spaceship showcases Virgin Galactic’s innovation in design and astronaut experience. Imagine also demonstrates progress…
Hexcel joins ASCEND project Hexcel has announced its role within the recently launched UK-based project called ASCEND (Aerospace and Automotive Supply Chain Enabled Development) that will focus on developing high-rate manufacturing and processing technologies…
CMSE 2021 Virtual Conference to highlight latest advancements The 24th annual Components for Military & Space Electronics Conference (CMSE 2021), the industry’s premier forum designed to present the best practices for component and project engineers, quality assurance and…
