Defence and Security

Defence and Security

07 September 2023

The MilSpace2 satellite system for military use

The MilSpace2 satellite system will demonstrate the military use of a microsatellite spectrum monitoring system. The mission will build on experience from the Norwegian NorSat-3 and the Dutch BRIK-II missions. This is the first time Norway and the Netherlands launch a constellation of satellites that will fly in tandem, which means the involved parties gain […]
Responsive collaborative small satellite constellations for dedicated applications
Defence and Security

25 August 2023

REACTS selected for funding by EDF

The European Defence Fund (EDF) has recently declared that the consortium known as REACTS – Responsive European Architecture for Space- is set to receive funding in the Space category. This financial allocation will empower REACTS to establish a Resilient Network of Responsive Space System (RSS) Capabilities dedicated to enhancing European Defence. Following the second call for […]
NLR X-Lab: frontrunner in augmented reality in MRO aerospace
Data Science and Engineering

05 April 2023

Balanced use of artificial intelligence

Technological development has always been extremely important to the armed forces. Its influence can be seen in weapons, sensor and platform systems, in soldiers’ equipment, in all forms of military actions and within the Defence Ministry’s own organisational operations. The role of artificial intelligence (AI) is increasing too. For the Defence Ministry, AI is an […]
Defence and Security

03 January 2023

Norwegian-Dutch nanosatellites successfully launched

Two Norwegian-Dutch nanosatellites were successfully launched today. “Birkeland” and “Huygens” were placed in orbit around the earth by the company SpaceX. MilSpace2 is a cooperation project between the Netherlands Ministry of Defence, the Norwegian Ministry of Defence, the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI), the Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR) and the Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific […]
Training and Simulation

07 November 2022

R&D case: IDTEAM

Development of a learner experience platform and recommender algorithm for tracking performance and providing recommendations for learning. The challenge To ensure readiness and availability of fifth-generation air force weapons platforms and systems, maintenance personnel must be flexibly deployable and have the correct competencies and qualifications for aircraft maintenance. To meet these demands effectively, current training […]
LVC for Joint and Combined Air Power
Training and Simulation

26 October 2022

R&D case: LVC for Joint and Combined Air Power

Live, Virtual and Constructive elements in one training environment The challenge LVC incorporates Live, Virtual and Constructive elements into a single training environment. Conducting seamless LVC exercises remains one of the most challenging issues in modelling and simulation for modern air forces. There is insufficient interoperability, limited reuse and loose integration between the Live, Virtual […]
F35 Lightning II (JSF) Leeuwarden 2016
Training and Simulation

21 October 2022

R&D case: SCOTT- Smart Controller Training Tool

Diverse and realistic scenarios for fighter controller training. Fighter controllers are essential for the safety and effectiveness of fighter pilots. They provide the pilots with a complete and correct air picture. Fighter controllers must be well trained to observe, assess and communicate in rapidly evolving situations. This includes training scenarios that are diverse and have […]
Competency-based maintenance training
Training and Simulation

23 September 2022

R&D case: Competency-based maintenance training

Development of maintenance training as a result of changed regulations The challenge The development of the European Military Aviation Regulations (EMAR) resulted in changes in the Dutch military aviation regulations. The content and levels of the maintenance type training for the F-16, AH-64D, CH-47D/F and the NH-90NFH therefore needed to be updated. Moreover, the training […]
NH-90 Full Mission Flight Trainer Evaluation
Training and Simulation

16 September 2022

R&D case: NH-90 Full Mission Flight Trainer Evaluation

Evaluation of NH-90 simulation device compliance The challenge The purpose is to perform evaluations of the compliance of the NH-90 simulation devices with their respective regulations and/or standards. The NH-90 simulation can be split into two separate devices that can be used separately for specific crew training and combined for full mission flight training. The […]