GENERAL INTEREST

• SAE International Announces 2007-2008 Class of SAE Fellows

• SAE Aerospace Standards

• Aerospace Materials Specifications

• Explore the 250+ standards development committees of SAE.
  Participate and impact the global aerospace industry.

ELECTRONICS/AVIONICS

• The SAE / TTA-Group Open Forum 2008: Time-Triggered Technologies for Aerospace Systems, July 16-17, 2008 in Farnborough, UK. Get the latest information on digital data communication and system integration for critical aerospace systems.

• AeroTech Congress & Exhibition — Communications and Controls Technical Paper titles, click here for a complete list.

• Call for Papers — SAE 2008 Power Systems Conference
  Abstract Deadline March 17, 2008

ENGINEERING/DESIGN

• SAE Digital Human Modeling for Design and Engineering Conference and Exhibition
  June 17-19, 2008 • Sheraton Station Square • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
  Featured this year are sessions on the modeling of anthropometry, biomechanics, human behavior, injury prediction and assessment, impact and crash simulation, assessment of posture and comfort, and stories of successes in applying digital human models to difficult problems.
  Register by May 30, 2008 and save $100.

• Digital Human Modeling for Vehicle and Workplace Design book presents seven case studies in which digital human models were used to solve different types of physical problems associated with proposed human-machine interaction tasks. Includes contributions from researchers at Boeing, the U.S. Air Force, and others.

• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Fundamentals is a computer-based training course designed to provide basic skills in the interpretation of engineering drawings that incorporate the use of GD&T Standards. Interpret drawings that were completed under the requirements of any specific Standards version.

• Tolerance Stacks: A Self-Study Course is interactive and packed in two illustrated binders that you can take anywhere and pursue on your own time, at your own pace.

ENGINES/PROPULSION

HISTORY

• Historical book from the SAE Store:

• Lost Fighters: A History of U.S. Jet Fighter Programs That Didn't Make It
  Covering fighters that did not reach beyond an artist's concept stage, to those that were cancelled after an evaluation of flight capabilities, to others that were cast aside after losing a fly-off competition, this book makes use of previously unpublished, primary-source material. It provides a coherent picture of U.S. jet fighter development and evolution.

MAINTENANCE

• PAMA/SAE Institute Announce Certification Program for Aircraft Maintenance Industry
  PAMA/SAE Institute certifications validate technical knowledge and skills and build upon FAA-established minimum standards of safety.

• Call for Presenters — PAMA Regional Airworthiness Symposium
  Proposal Deadline May 5, 2008

MANAGEMENT

• Managing Engineering & Technical Professionals Seminar — Sharpen your skills and learn new techniques for coaching, guiding and motivating employees. Utilize the latest proven concepts for improving the performance of people in complex organizations.
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MANUFACTURING/QUALITY

• ARP4741: Aerospace-Hydraulic Switching Valve, Pressure or Pilot Operated

• AS5763: Clamp Assembly, Saddle Type, Cushioned, Fuel and Petroleum Based Hydraulic Fluid

• AIR5829: Air in Aircraft Hydraulic Systems

• AS5874: Clamp, Loop Type, Cushioned Support

• Introduction to Failure Modes and Effects Analysis for Product Design and Manufacturing Process Design Seminar introduces participants to the analytical process in which potential failure modes, failure effects, and causes of failure are identified. Eliminate failure modes or minimize the effect of failure through analysis and corrective actions and controls.
  Next offering: April 17-18, 2008

• Fundamentals of Statistical Process Control Seminar will provide you with the skills to apply and maintain statistical process control to assist your organization in the improvement of various processes to achieve higher percentage yield or higher quality products or services.
  Next offering: May 12-13, 2008

MATERIALS

• Lockheed Martin leverages advanced metals on C-130J, F-22, and F-35 — Read this full story and other 'Technology update' news from AEROSPACE ENGINEERING Online.

• New! The Impact of New Aerospace Materials, Manufacturing Strategies and Production Schedules on Machining Techniques and Control Telephone/Webcast — With the rapid evolution of composite materials in the aerospace sector, primes, contractors, and machine builders alike must revisit the issues of machine design, machining technologies and production life cycle data management. Join us on June 4, 2008 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ET for a chance to review the special characteristics of this changing industry landscape, with an eye on the future.

• AMS6511: Steel, Maraging, Bars, Forgings, Tubing, and Rings 18Ni - 8.5Co - 3.2Mo - 0.20Ti - 0.10Al Double Vacuum Melted, Annealed

• AMS6515: Steel, Maraging, Bars, Forgings, Tubing, and Rings 18.5Ni - 12.0Co - 4.9Mo - 1.40Ti - 0.10Al Double Vacuum Melted, Annealed

• Designing with Glass Seminar highlights the design principles for brittle materials and contrasts them with those for metals or plastics.
  Next offering: May 19, 2008

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SAFETY/TESTING

• SuperSMITH™ Package
  A complete self-study course and combined software package of tools and reference manuals to perform Weibull Analysis.

• Tire and Wheel Safety Issues Seminar
  One of the most important safety-critical components on cars, trucks, and aircraft is the pneumatic tire. This seminar covers engineering fundamentals of tire-related safety phenomena including stopping distances and rollover.
  Next offering: May 16, 2008

• Weibull-Log Normal Analysis Workshop Seminar presents special methods developed for RMS (Reliability-Maintainability-Safety-Supportability) engineering, such as Weibayes, with actual case studies in addition to the latest techniques in WinSMITH™ Weibull for risk forecasts with renewal and optimal component replacement.
  Next offering: April 14-16, 2008