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How Airbus is Using w-DED to 3D Print Larger Titanium Airplane Parts
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Microvision Aquires Luminar, Plans Relationship Restoration, Multi-industry Push
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A Next Generation Helmet System for Navy Pilots
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Accelerating Down the Road to Autonomy
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New Raytheon and Lockheed Martin Agreements Expand Missile Defense Production
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CES 2026: Bosch is Ready to Bring AI to Your (Likely ICE-powered) Vehicle
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New Products
See the new products, including Pacific Defense's SDR4320VP, its newest ultra-wideband software-defined radio transceiver; Microchip Technology's Radiation-Tolerant ATA6571RT CAN FD Transceiver; Smalley's Nestawave™ — the spring that redefines compact power; and more.
Articles Weapons Systems
Smarter Pyrovalve Alternatives for Modern Missile and Munition Launcher Applications
If you’re exploring alternatives to your current pyrovalve, this article shares best practices to help guide your design: what to use instead, how to make the switch, and who can help you navigate the transition to ensure mission success.
Articles Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Aerospace Aluminum Laser Welding: Advancing Material Performance for the Future of Flight
Together, microsecond pulsing, alloy-specific pulse shaping, core-and-ring beam modulation, and controlled oscillation provide far greater precision than CW welding. Read on to learn how.
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Model-Based Design Is Shaping the Next Phase of eVTOL Systems Development
During a recent interview with Aerospace & Defense Technology, Paul Barnard, Application Engineering Manager, MathWorks, provided insights on how the advanced air mobility (AAM) sector is tackling the complexities of eVTOL systems design, with a focus on batteries, avionics and other critical systems. Read on to learn more.
Articles RF & Microwave Electronics
How RF-over-Fiber is Providing the Backbone of Next Generation Mil/Aero Networks
RF and fiber have long co-existed within modern military and aerospace systems, with each medium dedicated to separate, mission-critical roles. Increasingly, however, system designers are turning to RF-over-fiber (RFoF) architectures to bridge the gap between over-the-air RF interfaces and the long, interference-resistant transport advantages of fiber. Read on to learn more.
Articles Materials
Plasma Surface Activation for Stronger, More Durable CFRP Bonds in Aerospace
Achieving reliable adhesive bonds on CFRP surfaces remains a persistent engineering challenge. Plasma surface treatment has emerged as a pivotal solution, offering a fast, controllable, and non-destructive way to increase surface energy, improve wettability, and enhance adhesion across complex geometries. Read on to learn more.
Articles Manned Systems
NASA Demonstrates a First-of-Its-Kind Space Communications
NASA's Space Communications and Navigation Program and the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory have successfully tested wideband technology that allows spacecraft to communicate with both government and commercial networks for the first time. Read on to learn more.
Application Briefs Defense
The B-52’s New Active Electronically Scanned Array Radar System
Boeing delivered the first B-52 Radar Modernization Program flight test aircraft to the U.S. Air Force for testing with the 412th Test Wing at Edwards Air Force Base, California. The test aircraft is equipped with an APQ-188 active electronically scanned array radar system that is akin to those on fighter aircraft. Read on to learn more.
Application Briefs Propulsion
The New Evio Hybrid Electric Regional Aircraft
Evio Inc. made its public debut in December with the launch of its Evio 810 hybrid-electric regional aircraft, having secured conditional purchase agreements and options for 450 aircraft, targeted to enter into service by the early 2030s. Read on to learn more.
Application Briefs Software
Factory-as-a-Service for Missile Production
Lockheed Martin and Hadrian signed a Memorandum of Understanding to accelerate the pace and value of advanced manufacturing at Lockheed. Read on to learn more about it.
Application Briefs Aerospace
Preparing Germany’s New Surveillance Aircraft for Service
Hensoldt, Lufthansa Technik Defense, and Bombardier Defense have reached another key milestone in the Persistent German Airborne Surveillance System program: the first aircraft has arrived in Germany. Read on to learn more.
Briefs Test & Measurement
A Rainfield Simulator for Hypersonic Testing
The eventual goal is to be able to characterize and model vehicle reactions with rainfields at hypersonic velocity.
Briefs Materials
Next Generation Carbon Fiber Composites 3D Printer for Hypersonic Research
In collaboration with Auburn University’s Center for Polymers and Advanced Composites and the Department of Aerospace Engineering, the institute recently acquired a CF3D Enterprise Cell — a next-generation 3D carbon fiber composites printer set to define the future of the nation’s hypersonic programs. Read on to learn more.
Briefs Manufacturing & Prototyping
The Critical Impact Of SAE Aerospace Standards: Certified AS1895/7 and /23 Metal Seals
As the aerospace sector evolves to meet sustainability goals, enhance efficiency, and reduce lifecycle costs, the importance of durable, lightweight, and high-performance sealing solutions will only grow. Read on to learn more.
Technology Report Unmanned Systems
GM Announces SAE Level 3 Autonomy and SDV Technology
While full autonomy continues to be a work-in-progress, automakers have been rolling out various degrees of SAE Level 2 driver assistance, including hands-off, eyes-on systems from BMW,...
Technology Report Power
Engineering Flexibility into EV Powertrains
When developing specialist and performance EVs, the challenge goes far beyond selecting an off-the-shelf powertrain. Each manufacturer brings unique performance targets, packaging constraints, and...
Road Ready Automotive
2026 Nissan Sentra Review: Putting the Pieces Together
The Nissan Sentra has provided straightforward behavior and performance for sedan shoppers in the U.S. for over forty years. For 2026, Nissan took the solid 2025 model and made enough mechanical tweaks and visual changes to call it an all-new vehicle. Read on to learn more about it.
Original Equipment Design
CONEXPO 2026: Volvo CE to Reveal New Articulated Hauler and Short-swing, Compact and Wheeled Excavators
Volvo CE set to reveal new articulated hauler and short-swing, compact and wheeled excavators.
Q&A AR/AI
Hydraulics Remain Relevant in Software-defined Future
Bosch Rexroth engineering manager says hydraulics will remain relevant in software-defined future.
Articles Software
CES 2026: Qualcomm Expands Partnerships For More Snapdragons
Qualcomm used CES 2026 to announce new or expanded partnerships with companies including Google, VW, and Hyundai Mobis.
Articles Transportation
CES 2026: Bosch is Ready to Bring AI to Your (Likely ICE-powered) Vehicle
Bosch’s efforts to connect the digital and physical worlds can be seen in a meaningful update to its Vehicle Motion Management system.
Articles Transportation
Accelerating Down the Road to Autonomy
Commercial success of the autonomous truck may be closer than we think.
Technical Innovation Mechanical & Fluid Systems
A Proactive Approach to Hydraulic Health in Class 8 Trucks
Doubling the life of hydraulic oil and components is an achievable outcome of a well-executed program.
Supplier Eye Manufacturing & Prototyping
A Re-regionalized Industry
Any supply issues upstream will reverberate exponentially.
Q&A Transportation
DarkSky One Wants to Make the World a Darker Place
A Q&A with the CEO and executive director of DarkSky International, Ruskin Hartley, about the DarkSky One concept car.
Articles Transportation
Digital Tech a Las Vegas Headliner
SAE Media interviewed Erik Neandross, president of the Clean Transportation Solutions group at TRC, about the upcoming ACT Expo.
Technical Innovation Transportation
Reshaping the Mobile-hydraulic Ecosystem
The industry is steadily shifting away from piecemeal systems and toward integrated, intelligent power architectures.
Technical Innovation Power
Rolls-Royce Pursues Pure Methanol for Marine Engines
Rolls-Royce has successfully tested the world’s first high-speed marine engine powered exclusively by methanol.
Technology Report Manufacturing & Prototyping
Poland is Making Moves to Be a Larger Automotive Supplier
Established in 2016, PGM's goal is to cultivate and help introduce the world to Poland's automotive sector.
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