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IHS GlobalSpec Aerospace Technology Online Event Draws More Than 1,100 Attendees
Free online event is now available on demand
East Greenbush, NY (October 31, 2013) – The October 23 Aerospace Technology online event hosted by IHS GlobalSpec drew more than 1,110 participants, with 76 percent of attendees reporting they are decision makers within their organizations. The free online event is now available on demand to give engineers and industrial professionals easy access to educational presentations and industry-leading supplier resources from the live-day event.
IHS GlobalSpec’s Aerospace Technology online event provided opportunities to explore the latest technologies driving today's military, commercial, and scientific aircraft – from new avionics and flight control strategies to material systems incorporating lightweight composites and high-strength alloys. Attendees also learned about the latest trends impacting aircraft design, assembly and test; met with leading suppliers and component manufacturers; and networked with other industry professionals. Those participating in the event came away with a better understanding of the factors driving change in aerospace technology and discovered solutions that will help their businesses remain profitable and competitive in today's rapidly changing marketplace.
Industrial professionals took advantage of these learning and networking opportunities from the convenience of their desktops, without having to budget for travel expenses or lose time away from the office.
“Industrial professionals who attended our Aerospace Technology online event heard from experts on the latest trends and technologies in the industry and interacted with leading suppliers and manufacturers,” said Chris Chariton, senior director, digital media solutions for IHS GlobalSpec. “It’s also a powerful forum for exhibitors to share their expertise and showcase their products and innovative technologies to a captive and engaged audience.”
Speakers and topics included:
- Next-generation Radar Displays Approaching Storms in 3D
A new weather radar system for aircraft presents pilots with 3D images of storms brewing ahead. Attendees learned how this next-generation technology, which features human centered design, greatly simplifies radar operation and provides enhanced interpretation of weather information.
Presented by Ratan Khatwa, senior chief engineer - human factors, Honeywell International
- Powder Metal Part Design Fundamentals; PM Vs. MIM
Although both PM and MIM are classified as powder metal technologies, there are vast differences between them in terms of manufacturing processes and capabilities. This presentation compared these fabrication methods; highlighting PM and MIM component design for manufacture (DFM).
Presented by Derek Rasmussen, president, TM&S, LLC
- Power Delivery via Laser
Laser power transmission, previously limited to a few very-low-power niche applications, promises to become a major power delivery technology for the aerospace industry. This presentation highlighted two likely scenarios: Power via Air (PvA) for long-distance transmission, and Power over Fiber (PoF) for onboard applications.
Presented by Tom Nugent, president, LaserMotive
Companies exhibiting at this event included: ITT Cannon; CarlisleIT-Thermax; Master Bond, Inc.; Accurate Screw Machine Corp. (ASM); Elasto Proxy Inc.; IHS Inc.; Liberty Electronics, Inc.; Mi-Tech Metals; and YXLON International, Inc.
For more information on exhibiting opportunities for the Aerospace Technology online event in 2014, download an exhibitor kit or call 800 261 2052.
About IHS (www.ihs.com)
IHS (NYSE: IHS) is the leading source of information, insight and analytics in critical areas that shape today’s business landscape. Businesses and governments in more than 165 countries around the globe rely on the comprehensive content, expert independent analysis and flexible delivery methods of IHS to make high-impact decisions and develop strategies with speed and confidence. IHS has been in business since 1959 and became a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange in 2005. Headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, USA, IHS is committed to sustainable, profitable growth and employs 8,000 people in 31 countries around the world.
About IHS GlobalSpec
IHS GlobalSpec is the leading provider of digital media solutions designed to connect industrial marketers with their target audience of engineering, technical, industrial, scientific and manufacturing sector professionals. IHS GlobalSpec provides its registered users with a domain-expert search engine to search more than 50,000 supplier catalogs by specification, a broad range of proprietary and aggregated web-based content, over 15 annual online events, and more than 70 e-newsletters – helping them search for and locate products and services, learn about suppliers and access comprehensive technical content. For suppliers, IHS GlobalSpec helps generate awareness, demand and engagement opportunities among the professionals they are looking to reach – from inbox to desktop, through networks and via real-time engagement.
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