The GSTP (General Support Technology Programme) enables missions by making sure the right Technology, at the right maturity level is available at the right time. What is GSTP? Through the optional General Support Technology Programme (GSTP) ESA, Participating States and Industry work together to convert promising engineering concepts into a broad spectrum of useable products. The…
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NanoXplore acquires Dolphin Design’s ASIC business and strengthens its strategic position in aerospace NanoXplore, a major player in SoC and FPGA semiconductor design, announces the acquisition of the ASIC business of Dolphin Design, a company specializing in integrated circuit design. This strategic acquisition enables NanoXplore to strengthen its expertise and extend its range of…
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An Electronic component becomes obsolete when it is no longer available from the original manufacturer to the original specification. This is the reason why obsolescence management is now an essential part of the product support activities in sectors such as defense, aerospace, nuclear and railway; where systems need to be supported for several decades. If…
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Space programs must address a wide range of requirements, from ensuring astronaut safety and well-being in the harsh space environment to developing advanced technologies for propulsion, life support, and communication. These programs also need to consider the potential for space weather events and their impact on satellites and communications. Furthermore, international cooperation and responsible space activities…
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ALTER TECHNOLOGY – PCB Materials and processes laboratory The mission of this area is to thoroughly assess the reliability of materials and processes involved in the manufacturing of components for space. It involves these interrelated activities: ▪Soldering verification ▪Component defect evaluation ▪Raw material evaluation ▪PCB coating evaluation ▪Blistering and delamination analysis ▪Tin whisker testing ▪Moisture…
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Space is a harsh environment. There’s no breathable air, radiation levels are 15 times higher than on Earth, and the approximate temperature is 2.7 Kelvin (minus 270.45 degrees Celsius or minus 454.81 degrees Fahrenheit). Thankfully, Earth’s atmosphere does a great job protecting us from space’s intense climate. But because there is no atmosphere in…
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Focus on PCB è l’unico evento B2B a livello Europeo dedicato al mondo dei PCB, PCBA e EMS. Un’occasione imperdibile di incontro e confronto per tutti gli operatori della filiera dei circuiti stampati, dal progettista all’utilizzatore finale, che hanno l’esigenza di essere aggiornati sulle ultime novità di questo settore. Molti sono infatti i settori che utilizzano i circuiti…
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ALTER TECHNOLOGY | Services & Capabilities Main Activities and Processes Screening, plan preparation and engineering support Initial and Final Customer Source Inspections (Pre-cap and Buy-Off inspections worldwide) DPA (Destructive Physical Analysis) LAT (Lot Acceptance Test), QCI (Qualification Conformance Inspection) Constructional analysis, reverse engineering Evaluation analysis of the suitability of commercial parts for space use…
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