Author name: Kirsten Propitius

Smart Bandits: Intelligent opponents in mission simulation
Training and Simulation

13 July 2022

R&D case: Smart Bandits decision making module

Intelligent opponents in mission simulation The challenge In military simulations, computer-generated forces (CGFs) are autonomous entities that represent friendly, neutral or hostile air, ground surface, or subsurface-based units, platforms or individuals. The behaviour that CGFs display in the simulations is modelled to resemble realistic human behaviour. CGFs are typically used in application areas such as […]
NLR Virtual Cockpit
Training and Simulation

14 June 2022

R&D case: Virtual Cockpit training demonstrator

Low-cost and high-fidelity training technology The challenge Training devices that fit your training needs often require large investments and are usually type -specific. There are currently no training devices that allow highly realistic interaction between the pilot and cockpit instruments, without the disadvantages associated with expensive high-end devices. The Virtual Cockpit bridges this gap by […]
Multi-Ship Multi-Type Helicopter Simulation Training Capability
Training and Simulation

11 April 2022

R&D case: Multi-Ship Multi-Type helicopter simulation training

Acquisition and Deployment Support. The challenge The RNLAF is currently acquiring and deploying a unique multi-ship multi-type (MSMT) helicopter simulation training capability to support the fight, tactical and whole-task mission training of CH-47F and AH-64E crews at all operational levels. The MSMT capability will incorporate a large number of high-end simulation training devices, a tactical […]
Replacement of initial training capacity
Training and Simulation

05 April 2022

R&D case: Flexible and scalable future training

The challenge The PC-7 training aircraft of the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) needs to be replaced. A Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and Training Media Analysis (TMA) were therefore done, aiming to provide a solution for the replacement of the entire initial training capacity. This training capacity needs to be flexible and scalable to meet […]
NLR HEP aircraft
Sustainability and Environment

05 April 2022

Investigating the commercial potential of battery electric aviation

Electric aircraft offer many advantages, but will they ever be able to compete on cost? As the world slowly recovers from COVID-19, the aviation sector is also expected to regain its former strength. Nevertheless, the pandemic has created a new focus on sustainability, and changes are expected in the post-COVID aviation fleet, such as fewer […]
NLR’s electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) facility at NLR Marknesse
Platform System Design

03 March 2022

Reducing lead time and cost with early EMC compliance

Royal NLR has a long history as a one-stop shop for environmental testing and certification in aviation as well as the space sector. A good example being the NLR’s electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) facility, which offers its customers unrivaled modelling and testing programs to qualify electronics equipment used in planes, satellites and spacecraft. This expertise comes  […]
Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer on the ISS
Space Technology

02 March 2022

R&D case: Cooling system for satellite electronics (IMPACTA)

IMPACTA: An innovative cooling system for satellite electronics The challenge The Objective of IMPACTA is to create an innovative thermal control solution for Active Antennas that are a building block of next generation telecom satellites in Europe. This will as a consequence, solve the thermal control needs of future space missions of telecommunication. The developed […]
Ariane 62 and 64 European launch systems.
Platform System Design

14 February 2022

R&D case: Wind tunnel modelling for the Ariane 6 launch system

Wind tunnel modelling for Europe’s development of the sixth generation launcher The challenge The overall objective of the development of the Ariane 6 launcher is to create a reliable, flexible and competitive European launch system. Flexibility comes in the form of a launch configuration adjustable for smaller or larger payload or lower or higher delivery […]
Cross section of turbofan jet engine isolated on light blue background
Maintenance and Repair

14 February 2022

R&D case: Engine condition monitoring for predictive maintenance

An important trend in the sustainment of aircraft engines is the transition from preventive maintenance to predictive maintenance. This concept aims to minimise the engine down-time and maintenance costs while preserving its required performance level and airworthiness. For this it is necessary that the momentary engine condition can be established and that this condition can […]