Articles tagged with Astronautics
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport has implemented a $20 million stormwater/glycol treatment system to address community concerns and meet operational requirements. The system successfully eliminated the airport's contribution to nuisance biofilm growth in Trout Creek, improving the local ecosystem.
Dr. Helen L. Reed, a renowned expert in aerospace engineering, has been awarded the 2018 Yvonne C. Brill Lectureship for her groundbreaking work on student design-build-fly micro- and nano-satellites. Her expertise in laminar-to-turbulent transition has significantly influenced the development of aerospace systems.
Researchers studied Felix Baumgartner's free fall and found that his irregularly shaped equipment allowed him to break the sound barrier faster than a smooth, symmetrical body. The investigation revealed that surface irregularities can reduce aerodynamic drag at speeds close to the speed of sound.
Research reveals plants can aid in reducing social and cognitive problems associated with space travel, suggesting they should be part of future mission design. The study's findings support the use of plants for both nutritional and psychological reasons to promote astronaut well-being.
Researchers develop technique to efficiently calculate mutual information between nodes in probabilistic graphical models, allowing for targeted data collection and reducing computational time. By leveraging Gaussian distributions, the algorithm can assess data usefulness before it becomes available.
Researchers claim NASA portrayed astronauts as pioneering cowboys in its images of the moon landing, promising a future that never materialized. The study analyzed over 400 memory cards from visitors to the National Space Centre and found half contained a reference to the moon landing as a glimpse into a future that never came true.
A study by MIT researchers found that cross-training humans and robots significantly improves team performance, with a 71% increase in concurrent motion and a 41% decrease in human inactivity. The robots also showed lower uncertainty levels when working with their human teammates after cross-training.
Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas have developed a technique called 'space travel' that allows one computer in a virtual network to monitor another for intrusions and malware. This technology bridges the gap between hardware and software systems, enabling more efficient threat detection.
Dr. Chin-Teh Sun has made significant contributions to the fundamental understanding of impact damage and composite structure failure. He is being honored with the AIAA Chichlow Prize for his groundbreaking research on damage-tolerant design in aerospace materials.
The Georgia Institute of Technology team won first prize in the AIAA Foundation's annual Undergraduate Team Space Design Competition with their design 'Space Weather Experimental Platform (SWEPT)', which aimed to monitor space weather around the second Lagrange point. The team received a $2,500 award from the AIAA Foundation.
The California Polytechnic State University team won the first prize in the AIAA Foundation's annual Undergraduate Team Aircraft Design Competition. Their award-winning design, 'Bearodactyl,' is an alternative fuels and environmentally friendly aircraft system that addresses fossil fuel impact on earth's environment.
The Planning and Noise Section of Denver International Airport has been honored with the Jay Hollingsworth Speas Airport Award for its exceptional efforts to mitigate noise around the airport. The section's director, Frederick R. Busch, will accept the award at an awards luncheon on February 25.
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has elected 2010 Fellows and Honorary Fellows, recognizing exceptional achievements in aerospace research and development. The 2010 Honorary Fellows are William Heiser, Robert Liebeck, and Sheila Widnall, while the 2010 Fellows include prominent figures in the field.
The AIAA will recognize outstanding achievements in digital avionics and information systems with the presentation of two prestigious awards. John Moody and colleagues from The MITRE Corporation will receive the Dr. John C. Ruth Digital Avionics Award for their invention and implementation of the Universal Access Transceiver (UAT) and ...
Dr. Stan Powell will receive the award in Denver on August 5 for his extensive original research and engineering development leading to hypersonic test facilities. His contributions include thermophysics research, modeling of combustion processes, and assessment of simulation fidelity.
Dr. Charles W. Clendening received the 2009 AIAA Plasmadynamics and Lasers Award for his work on scalable high energy chemical oxide-iodine lasers. He has spent over thirty years developing high power laser technology, previously working for the US Air Force and TRW.
E. Vincent Zoby, a specialist in hypersonic aerothermodynamics, received the award for his work on accurate engineering codes and mentoring of aerospace engineers. He has served on numerous advisory boards and is an AIAA Fellow with over 100 technical papers published.
Calvin B. Cotner, a retired COMSAT World Systems director, has received the 2009 AIAA Aerospace Communications Award for his contributions to advancing Earth station technology. He is being honored for his technical and strategic leadership in guiding international cooperation in satellite communications.
Professor Peretz Friedman is recognized for his work in aeroelasticity, while Raphael Haftka and C.T. Sun are honored for their groundbreaking design work and mentoring in structural mechanics.
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) will present several awards at a banquet recognizing significant contributions to parachute and balloon technology. Charles H. Lowry and Loren Seely are among the recipients of the Knacke and Winzen Lifetime Achievement Awards, respectively.
MIT researchers create nanostitching to reinforce aerospace materials, resulting in 10 times stronger skins and over a million times more conductive properties. Carbon nanotubes are used to stitch together materials, improving bulk multifunctional properties with minimal cost increase.
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics has published a new book on emerging science of novel propulsion concepts like space drives and warp drives. Researchers Marc Millis and Eric Davis cover NASA's Breakthrough Propulsion Physics Project, enabling human voyages to other star systems.
The AIAA Foundation recognized three students as 'best paper' winners for their research on spacecraft angular velocity, high-efficiency thrusters, and autonomous robotics. The award winners received cash prizes and commemorative certificates.
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is presenting numerous awards to recognize excellence in various fields of aerospace science. These awards are given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the academic profession, literature, and innovation in propulsion and combustion.
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics will present five awards for key contributions to space science and technology during the AIAA SPACE 2008 Conference & Exposition. Notable recipients include Elon Musk, Michael A'Hearn, and the TacSat-2 Spacecraft Team.
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has launched a new e-book initiative, partnering with MPS Technologies to make its content easily accessible. The initial launch includes 130 titles from the AIAA Education Series and Progress in Astronautics and Aeronautics series.
The AIAA will present several awards at the upcoming conference, including the Wyld Propulsion Award to Frederick Boorady for his contributions to liquid propulsion technologies. The Ground Testing Award will be given to Frank Steinle for his work in experimental aerodynamics and ground testing.
Researchers at MIT have developed a humanoid robot called Domo that can adapt to new environments, grasp objects, and interact with humans. The robot learns from its experiences and can perform tasks like putting away dishes, which could help elderly or wheelchair-bound people.
Researchers at MIT have developed a platform that enables sustained, coordinated, autonomous flight with multiple UAVs, achieving complex tasks such as persistent surveillance. The test platform consists of networked mini-UAVs that can be commanded by a single operator and operate without piloting skills.
Purdue engineers are developing advanced rocket technology that uses kerosene, eliminating the need for foam insulation. The research focuses on understanding combustion instability to create better computational models for designing rocket engines. This will enable more efficient and safer testing, reducing the risk of accidents and h...
The MIT guidance system allows pilots to issue high-level commands, such as 'fly to Task Area B', to a UAV, which executes them while avoiding threats. The system uses a natural-language interface and task scheduler to improve safety and efficiency.
NASA has selected 23 organizations to develop revolutionary space-based power generating systems that harness the Sun's energy for Earth and space. The selected teams will receive $6.4 million in funding to create commercially viable space solar power technologies.
The Aerospace Medical Association has issued medical guidelines for air travel to help doctors advise patients with illnesses. These guidelines provide recommendations for patients with conditions such as pulmonary disease, asthma, and emphysema, emphasizing the importance of stable health before traveling.