Aerospace Manufacturing and Design

Current Isssue: May/June 2008


Aerospace Manufacturing and Design AMD delves into all aspects of the production of commercial, military, and private aircraft and the new eequipment that will ensure manufacturers are aware of the latest technology to produce products competitively and profitably.

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Let's Not be Tricked into an Economic Recession Let's Not be Tricked into an Economic Recession
Tom Grasson, Associate Publisher/Editorial Director

There is no denying that we are experiencing the biggest housing slump in a quarter century, and that energy prices continue to march upward.
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Aerospace industry sales will grow 6%, or $12 billion, to a record $210.6 billion in 2008 (AIA). The current backlog of commercial aircraft orders indicates an upward trend for at least three or four more years.

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IMTS Aerospace/Aeronautics Innovation Day - Sponsored by Aerospace Manufacturing and Design magazine
Save the date! Wednesday, September 10, 2008, Aerospace Manufacturing and Design will sponsor the Aerospace/Aeronautics Innovation Days presentation at the IMTS show in Chicago.

Valley Forge Composite Technologies Aerospace Subsidiary to Introduce Satellite Space Platforms to Major Aerospace Companies and Universities
Valley Forge Composite Technologies, Inc. announced the company's plans to introduce a cost effective satellite space platform/bus.

Raytheon Miniature Air Launched Decoy Set to Enter Low Rate Initial Production
MALD will help protect aviators during combat operations

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Emerging Technologies

MIYANO'S NEW BX-26S DUAL SPINDLE GANG TOOL LATHE MIYANO'S NEW BX-26S DUAL SPINDLE GANG TOOL LATHE
Miyano Machinery USA Inc.

MIYANO'S NEW BX-26S DUAL SPINDLE GANG TOOL LATHE OFFERS COMPLETE PART MACHINING IN A SINGLE SETUP - New from Miyano, the BX-26S gang tool lathe with two spindles offers complete part machining of complex barwork (1" diameter and under) in a single setup. Two gang slides and a 3D linear turret further contribute to the BX26S precision and faster cycle times.The elimination of a guide bushing speeds up operation time with less maintenance, increased accuracy and higher rigidity.


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SQUIGGLE motor - MRI-safe miniature motor SQUIGGLE motor - MRI-safe miniature motor
New Scale Technologies, Inc.

Tiny, high-precision SQUIGGLE motor generates no magnetic fields and can be made of non-ferrous materials for use in and around MRI equipment. It enables a new class of micro research tools, valves, and implantable or wearable drug pumps. continue reading

Screw Polishing System Screw Polishing System
General Plastex

Barberton, OH: General Plastex, a designer, manufacturer and re-manufacturer of screws, barrels and valves, has recently produced a brochure introducing its new screw polishing system. continue reading
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