Training and Simulation
24 August 2022
R&D case: Swiss Armed Forces simulator portfolio rationalisation
Formulation of training and simulation vision including a roadmap for implementation
Training and Simulation
14 June 2022
R&D case: Virtual Cockpit training demonstrator
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 providing the technology to do just that: low-cost and high-fidelity training technology.
Training and Simulation
11 April 2022
R&D case: Multi-Ship Multi-Type helicopter simulation training
Acquisition and Deployment Support.
Training and Simulation
05 April 2022
R&D case: Flexible and scalable future training
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 the changing training needs in the future. As a result, the following questions should be answered clearly:
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 old-generation aircraft. The total aviation CO2 emissions calculated for each kilometre a passenger travels are not expected to change significantly soon, though, and total CO2 emissions may easily return to their 2019 levels.
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 from detailed knowledge gained through many years of research, modelling and extensive testing.
Space Technology
02 March 2022
R&D case: Cooling system for satellite electronics (IMPACTA)
IMPACTA: An innovative cooling system for satellite electronics
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 be reliably extrapolated to a convenient moment in the future in order to facilitate the planning process.
Maintenance and Repair
11 February 2022
R&D case: Chromate containing dust analysis
Chromate containing dust can be found in aircraft and aircraft components and engines. It may or may not be recognisable by its yellow colour. The presence of chromate containing dust poses a health risk for mechanics and other people coming into contact with it. Therefore the questions where it originates from and how to mitigate the risk for personnel need to be answered for safe operation and maintenance of the aircraft.