Applied Dynamics International Selected by Goodrich Engine Control Systems for FADEC Test Systems.ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor, city (1990 pop. 109,592), seat of Washtenaw co., S Mich., on the Huron River; inc. 1851. It is a research and educational center, with a large number of government and industrial research and development firms, many in high-technology fields such as , Mich. -- Applied Dynamics International (ADI) today announced that Goodrich Engine Control Systems plc of Birmingham, UK, has placed an order for the delivery of a number of test systems to support development, testing and certification of their Full Authority Digital Engine Controllers (FADECs), used on aircraft engines. FADECs are regarded as safety critical systems by aviation organizations worldwide. This designation mandates extensive testing, validation See validate. validation - The stage in the software life-cycle at the end of the development process where software is evaluated to ensure that it complies with the requirements. and certification prior to achieving flight status. Rapid advancements designed to increase thrust, improve flight controls, develop better avionics avionics (ā'vēŏn`ĭks), electronic instruments used in air or space flight; also the design and production of such instruments. Early planes had few instruments, but as aviation and aircraft became more complex, so did instrumentation. systems, and increase fuel efficiency, require the use of the most modern available testing tools not only to develop the next generation of controllers, but also to support FADECs that have been in operation for some years. John McIntosh This article refers to the apple farmer. For other references, see John McIntosh (disambiguation). John McIntosh (August 15 1777 – ca 1846) was the Canadian farmer who is credited with discovering the McIntosh Red apple. , ADI's President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. , said, "We have a long and extensive history of supporting the aerospace community. Over the past year we have worked with Goodrich to define the optimal solution for their specific needs and we will continue this partnership." He added, "This collaborative effort between Goodrich and ADI will benefit Goodrich by providing the tools to deliver better products sooner and at a lower cost to their impressive customer base. We are proud and honored to be chosen to partner with Goodrich and are looking forward to playing a vital role in their future." About Goodrich Goodrich's Engine Control Systems Division is one of the world's largest independent suppliers of engine control systems, with experience across commercial, military, regional and business aircraft and helicopters. Goodrich Corporation Goodrich Corporation (formerly the B.F. Goodrich Company) NYSE: GR, is an American aerospace manufacturing company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in Akron, Ohio in 1870 as Goodrich, Tew & Co. by Dr. Benjamin Franklin Goodrich. , a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global supplier of systems and services to the aerospace and defense industry. Goodrich technology is involved in making aircraft fly... helping them land... and keeping them safe. Serving a global customer base with significant worldwide manufacturing and service facilities, Goodrich is one of the largest "pure play" aerospace companies in the world. For more information visit http://www.goodrich.com. About Applied Dynamics International A pioneer in the development, manufacture, and use of simulation and control system technology for more than 47 years, Applied Dynamics International's engineering products are used in leading real-time simulation laboratories around the world. Applied Dynamics International is a supplier of advanced embedded Inserted into. See embedded system. hardware and software development tools for the aerospace, automotive, defense, electronics and other related industries. Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan  “Ann Arbor” redirects here. For other uses, see Ann Arbor (disambiguation). Ann Arbor is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the county seat of Washtenaw County. , Applied Dynamics International also has office in the United Kingdom, installation in 23 countries, and representatives throughout the world. Visit ADI at www.adi.com. |
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