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The recently established collaboration between the EU and Africa is set to unleash a huge potential for radio astronomy. Rowan Watt-Pringle finds out what this partnership could mean for...
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Winter focus - onboard with the latest bad weather systems As winter tightens its grip across the northern hemisphere all eyes are on the latest in bad weather technology. Anthony Beachey reports on the newest 'black-out' GPS, lateral precision...
Life after Atlantis The final flight for Nasa's Atlantis shuttle marked the end of an era but also ushered in a new dawn for spaceflight. Dr Gareth Evans explores the legacy of this historic space mission and asks...
Scramjets riding the supersonic wave Successful tests of Boeing's X-51A Waverider aircraft have given new blood to the scramjet concept. Aerospace-technology.com examines the technology behind the lightweight, supersonic engines...
Virtual helicopter – the secrets behind simulation Industry leader CAE speaks to Guy Richards about the latest in cutting-edge helicopter simulation technologies. Aerospace-technology.com finds out how an innovative range of systems and...
Battle for the outer space Two leading European organisations have joined forces to explore military and civilian synergies in space. Elisabeth Fischer looks into the accord signed by the EDA and ESA, and learns about...
Snapshot: global aerospace procurement strategies to 2012 Companies across the industry are optimistic about revenue growth and demands for new aircraft are growing. Using detailed market data complied by ICD Research, this market snapshot assesses...
All systems go for avionics A flurry of big aircraft orders in 2011 is good news for the industry and avionics manufacturers in particular. Guy Richards highlights key technologies in demand from airlines, as well as...
Rocket Lab: Small Scale Meets Big Business Breaking into the aerospace sector is a mammoth task, but small companies can leverage advantages of their own. Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck explains to Chris Lo how, unhampered by bureaucracy...
Towards a Paperless Cockpit Today's pilots still rely on paper charts and manuals, but with the arrival of the smart device this could soon change. Dr Gareth Evans finds out how advances in portable computers and smart...
Lean, Green, Eco-Friendly Flying Machines Demands on efficiency and the need to portray a more eco-friendly image have resulted in a flurry of green unveilings. Liam Stoker attended the 2011 Paris Air Show to investigate what lays in...