Common accident Event https://lessonslearned.faa.gov/ll_main.cfm?TabID=1&LLID=79 Prepare a presentation discussing the analysis conducted in determining several factors that are common to most accident events, such as causal factors (primary and contributory), mechanical and structural factors involved, individual human factors and organizational factors that may have played a role, outcomes from the accident, and any risk mitigation or […]
Find and research an article or study that relates to real/potential adverse issues involving the use of composites in aviation.
Aviation Find and research an article or study that relates to real/potential adverse issues involving the use of composites in aviation. You may focus on various elements, such as: Difficulties and limitations in manufacturing composite parts/structures; Difficulties involved in repairing composite articles (i.e., autoclave ovens and vacuum sealing); Careful attention to material handling of composite […]
Explain the mechanical and/or structural factors concerned, complete with and “how” the accident/incident unfolded and “why” it occurred.
Composite Failure Find and research an article or study that relates to an aviation incident or accident involving some failure of a composite article. Explain the mechanical and/or structural factors concerned, complete with and “how” the accident/incident unfolded and “why” it occurred.
Develop a “partial” accident investigation report based upon the accident information provided on the ‘Zonk Air Accident’ scenario.
Aircraft Accident Investigation Develop a “partial” accident investigation report based upon the accident information provided on the ‘Zonk Air Accident’ scenario. Abstract Sections 1.0 Brief history of flight (Mission) 1.1 On-Scene actions (Scene Management Procedures) 1.2 On-Scene observations (What did you note and observe?) 1.3 Airport information and weather (Basic description and source) 1.4 Flight […]
What challenges has the ISS faced in terms of electrical power and data handling? How does the ISS receive power when the station isn’t in sunlight?
ASSIGNMENT Discuss both the electrical power and computer data handling systems on the International Space Station (ISS), including these subtopics: What are the ISS requirements for power and data? Are there any issues with the choices made by designers (e.g., solar cell material, solar panel structure and size, type of computers and memory storage)? What […]
Discuss the technique of aerobraking as it applies to interplanetary space missions. Describe at least two examples where the concept has been applied.
ESSAY Discuss the technique of aerobraking as it applies to interplanetary space missions. How does it work, why is it used, and describe at least two examples where the concept has been applied?
Explore NASA’s heavy-lift rocket (the Space Launch System). Include topics such as the pros and cons of the SLS versus other competitors.
RESEARCH PAPER Explore NASA’s heavy-lift rocket (the Space Launch System). The paper will primarily be written to the extent of its current & future capabilities, cost per performance, and current competition. Include topics such as the pros and cons of the SLS versus other competitors.
Write a paper on how the U.S. manned spacecraft engineers decided on the blunt shape for the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo capsules.
Assignment Write a paper on how the U.S. manned spacecraft engineers decided on the blunt shape for the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo capsules. What other alternatives exist for the safe re-entry of humans? What are the primary issues?
Explore the design/manufacturing flaws, involving errors or faulty assumptions during the design or manufacturing process.
McDonnell Douglas D-10 United Airlines Flight 232, N1819U https://lessonslearned.faa.gov/ll_main.cfm?TabID=1&LLID=17 Explore the design/manufacturing flaws, involving errors or faulty assumptions during the design or manufacturing process. Be sensitive to discover what the flaws, errors, and faulty assumptions were.
What are some main points that you found interesting as it relates to humanitarian aid and the use of air cargo?
Humanitarian Aid – Video Analysis Visit YouTube and find a video that pertains to humanitarian aid using air cargo or military transports. 1. Title of the video. 2. Brief synopsis of the video. 3. What are some main points that you found interesting as it relates to humanitarian aid and the use of air cargo? […]