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A U T O M O T I V E Quarterly Newsletter no 1(90) January - February - March 2021
„The fundamental principle of transport is its safety”
FROM EDITOR FROM THETHE EDITOR
IN THIS EDITION YOU CAN FIND 3. NEWS 3. “ABC Elektromobilności” (Basics of Electromobility)” 4. OUR REALIZATIONS 4. New test bench equipped with Dana/TM4 powertrain system 5. Our participation in the Polish E-Van programme 6. Polish electric bus “Pilea”– a joint project with ARP E-Vehicles 8. Our offer for military vehicles
Ladies and Gentlemen ! Dear Readers!
10. NEW PRODUCTS 10. A new generation of lead-acid batteries from the Odyssey range 12. A new generation of ProViu®360 system 13. New universal fuel level sensor 13. Review of trainings 1st Quarter 2021 14. Joystick controls for commercial vehicle applications
The pandemic year is upon us. We all hope that the worst is over and that this year we will return to the pre-pandemic normality. Looking forward to this time, we conduct our activities following all sanitary restrictions. We are all the more glad that in this difficult time we managed to implement several important projects in the field of electromobility. We were glad to participate in creating the new, Polish electric bus – Pilea – as well as a test bench with Dana/TM4 powertrain system. We have also been invited to cooperate in the frames of Polski E-Van programme. You can find more detail about our realisations in this issue. Have a nice reading!
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We invite you to seminars and training courses!
“ABC Elektromobilności” (Basics of Electromobility) In response to public interest in the subject of electric vehicles, at the beginning of 2021, we decided to introduce two new training propositions into our offer. The first of them is “ABC Elektromobilności” (Basics of Electromobility) seminar. The main aim of the project is presentation of the benefits of purchasing and operating electric vehicles. Participation in the seminar allows to get familiar with the construction of electric vehicles (so different from the combustion ones) and all related systems. The scope of seminar includes topics such as traction batteries, electric motors and powertrain systems, as well as the architecture of the powertrain system with accessories. We pay a lot of attention to the management of the powertrain system and vehicle and powertrain management issues, such as control software and controllers. We provide information about new standards set by the legal regulations, concerning software for electric vehicles. During the seminar, we also initiate topics related to the vehicle charging, such as charging methods and their influence on traction batteries. At the moment, seminars are carried out online, but ultimately we want to conduct them in our offices in Mykanów and Warsaw. We invite all public transport operators who seriously think about moving towards electromobility of their fleets. Our second proposal concerns periodical trainings addressed to all users of electric vehicles equipped with TM4 electric motors. The training on the operation and diagnostic of Dana/TM4 electric motors is dedicated to all those who want to gain independence in the field of maintenance of electric vehicles in their fleets. For all designers and technicians in the OEM market, participation in the training is a prelude to a wider training programme with optional continuation at the manufacturer of electric motors in Canada. The main aim of the training is to prepare participants to correct operation of Dana/TM4 electric motors.
tion technician knowing the principles of the vehicle is able ( of course within the security limits) to change the electric motor parameters so as to adjust the optimum performance of the bus, taking into account different conditions, such as terrain diversity (e.g. flat Mazovia region, hills of the territory of south Poland, etc.). TM4 and its partners, including our company, are the only ones to offer such a solution on the market. A training course on electromobility has a stationary form and consists of theoretical and practical parts. The training course lasts 8 hours in total. All who are interested are invited. .
The scope of the training includes visual diagnostics of the system (assessment of components condition, their wear and tear) as well as basic information on the control software and the basics of architecture of the electric vehicle powertrain system and its components. Participants get familiar with the installation of ODIN software intended for service and parametrization of the system. The manufacturer developed ODIN software in-house to ensure the highest possible support for its partners and end customers. The software can be connected remotely. This is an ideal solution for vehicle users having their own technical facilities. After a simple training course on ODIN software, an automa-
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Launch of cooperation with MPower Technologie
New test bench equipped with Dana/TM4 powertrain system In pandemic times, we have strengthened our efforts in the field of electromobility. One of them was establishing cooperation with MPower company from Szczecin, that provides services in the area of design, modelling and construction of electronic, power-electronic and powertrain systems for sustainable and emission-free transportation.
As part of a joint project, we provided our customer with a modern, 3-phase Sumo MD 2200 HV Dana/TM4 powertrain system, that is intended for building a test bench. The test bench will be designed to measure the performance of modern powertrain systems and electric motors for various applications. The necessary condition, included in the contract with the Customer, was also commissioning and parametrization of the system in MPower headquarters in Szczecin. Thanks to the professional preparation on both sides, the commissioning with installation of the powertrain system took only 3.5 hours. After commissioning of the powertrain system, MPower company intends to build a dedicated test bench for the powertrain system that we provided. The order was extended to include a flange for connecting the powertrain system with a rear axle. In case of the test bench prepared by MPower, the powertrain system will be integrated with a comprehensive measuring infrastructure and it will allow conducting both mechanical and electrical verification
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of various solutions. It would be a unique test bench on the national level. We would like to thank MPower company for the trust and for choosing our solutions for this project.
Technical consultations for the Electrotechnical Institute (Instytut Elektroniki)
Our participation in the
Polish E-Van programme At present, Poland is intensifying its actions in the field of electromobility, following the global trend. One of the initiatives proposed by the Polish government for entrepreneurs are operational support programmes aiming at designing and launching the serial production of electric vehicles in Poland. At the moment, the focus is on passenger and commercial vehicles. One of such programme is Polski E-Van, meaning a Polish van. Over a dozen companies competed in the first stage of the programme. After the second stage, there are four companies left that are currently engaged in the preparation of documentation confirming the project assumptions submitted in the applications to the NCBiR. We are pleased to inform that we were invited to cooperation by the Electrotechnical Institute in December 2020. The cooperation covers selection of the powertrain system for Polski E-Van programme, according to the Customer's requirements. The choice of our company was not accidental. The Electrotechnical Institute, which has a long-term experience in the field of the construction of electrical components has chosen
our company because of our experience, quality of offered products and a plan concerning the use of available components for launching serial production as the end result of the project. Moreover, we support the implementation of our products through training, consultation, technical and service support. The consultations were carried out by our two cooperating departments – Electromobility Department and Research &Development Department. Basing on a wide range of powertrain systems in the portfolio of our partner – Dana/TM4, we were able to choose a powertrain system fulfilling parameter requirements of our Customer. The work and analyses carried out by our team focused on selecting the right powertrain system to the vehicle parameters in terms of possibilities of climbing a hill with the expected angle of inclination, obtaining maximum speed and acceleration. Of course, the calculations took into account the parameters of mechanical components and parameters of key high-voltage components, such as traction batteries. We are grateful for the trust the Electrotechnical Institute placed in us and we congratulate on reaching the next stage of the project.
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Starting from the powertrain system ending up with the USB charger – our systems in a new E-bus
Last year was particularly challenging for us. However, restrictions in moving around, fear connected with our health and the health of our loved ones, as well as fear of unknown did not stop our Research & Development Department from smooth functioning. Following all restrictions connected with COVID19, our engineers focused on creative work. As a result, we have a significant contribution to the creation from scratch of the first Polish e-bus, with a slightly foreign-sounding name – Pilea. The new E-bus was manufactured by ARP E-Vehicles Sp. z o.o., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the ARP S.A, which was established last December. The manufacturer explains that the origin of this name is a Latin term for a green house plant, which is commonly called a small coin. Some house plants are believed to have magical properties, and this is also true in this case. A popular small coin is responsible for savings and financial success. As the manufacturer says – Pilea resembles the ARP E-V bus -it is compact green, environmental friendly and cost-effective. It is worth noting that new Pilea bus is a an extension of design created by RAFAKO. Last autumn, Agencja Rozwoju Przemysłu (ARP) signed an agreement on pur-
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chase from RAFAKO S.A., a special purpose company with a current name RAFAKO EBUS. As a result, ARP took control over the structural and technological project, which means development, approval and serial production of an innovative e-bus. Thus, ARP E-VEHICLES company – basing on the foundation of the work carried out by RAFAKO EBUS team, will independently develop the project of the Polish e-bus.
E-bus was designed from scratch as an electric bus, and not an adaptation of the combustion engine construction. The new Pilea is equipped with many innovative solutions. All batteries were located under the chassis instead of on the roof, which did not prevent from getting a completely low floor. It also allows for limiting the height of the bus body to less than 3.2 m and lowering the vehicle's center of gravity. All of this improves traction parameters, and as a consequence positively influences bus behaviour on road curves. The skeleton made in the self-supporting technology, from materials with increased durability parameters, as well as the use of aluminium polyester laminates lowered the weight of the vehicle and consequently increased its range by approximately 10%. It is worth noting that this is the first small bus in Poland (8.5m long, 2.4m wide and 3.2m high) with a battery under the chassis. We are all the more pleased that the vehicle is equipped with our solutions. The most significant is TM4 SUMO MD, which consists of an electric motor, an inverter and Neuro 200 controller. The MD system is designed specifically for medium-sized vehicles. The premiere vehicle is also equipped with the FAP+ driver's workplace with the new 12-inch MultiViu Professional display that is very flexible in terms of programming. Our engineers from Research & Development Department prepared the visualisation on the display, covering all information necessary for the driver. The proprietary programme, dedicated to electric buses, was written from scratch according to Rafako comments and requests and further modifications in cooperation with ARP EVehicles (ARP E-V). Electronic multifunctional driver's panel stands out of its modern design. What catches the eye is a speedometer placed in the center. The E-bus was also equipped with 6 USB chargers, so passengers can charge their mobile devices while riding. On 8 March, ARP E-Vehicles (ARP E-V0) started a tour of its electric bus. The tour is a part of the celebration of this year's 30th anniversary of Agencja Rozwoju Przemysłu (ARP). Joining the celebration, ARP E-Vehicles joined
E-bus was also equipped with 6 USB chargers, so passengers can charge their mobile devices while riding.
the celebration with the promotion of the ecological mass transport and its new electric bus. The E-bus has been already presented in Piastów, Łomianki and Mińsk Mazowiecki. On the road there are also: Siedlce, Puławy, Świdnik, Chełm, Kraśnik, Stalowa Wola, Sandomierz, Tarnobrzeg, Mielec, Tarnów, Nowy Sącz i Zakopane. It is worth noting that the bus is not an exhibit, as it often happens in such situations, but it actually travels and carries passengers. This type of presentation enables drivers, operators, city authorities and, above all, passengers to get familiar with the bus operation and capabilities.
The premiere vehicle is also equipped with the FAP+ driver's workplace with the new 12-inch MultiViu Professional display.
New threats and new challenges brought some changes in our work system and allowed us to organize, check and successfully apply the remote support in programming of intelligent systems in the electric bus. It required solid knowledge, imagination and commitment of a team of programmers from Research & Development Department. The success of this project has proven to both us and our customers that we are ready for new challenges in a post-pandemic world.
Our engineers from the Research & Development have developed a visualisation of all information necessary for the driver, on the MVP display.
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9th National Scientific Conference EKSPLOBALIS 2020
Our offer for
Once again, but this time in a strict sanitary regime, we took part in the next edition of the National Scientific Conference under the slogan EKSPLOBALIS 2020 – "Development, exploitation and modernisation of military equipment - problems and solutions". The meeting, which took place in the charming Białowieża region, was organized by the Military Institute of Armoured and Automotive Technology (Wojskowy Instytut Techniki Pancernej i Samochodowej). The conference was devoted to exploitation of military equipment in the area of armour and vehicle technology and
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the promotion of new solutions in this field. Plenary speeches, in which we also participated, were an important part of this three-day meeting. During this year's EKSPLOBALIS, we presented our solutions specially designed for combat and tactical vehicles – ArmaSafe Plus batteries by Enersys. These maintenance free lead-acid batteries with glass mat separator and pure, thin lead plates meet the requirements of many military specifications. So they are successfully used by armies around the world. Over 2 million batteries have been installed in military vehicles.
We want to emphasize that these are the only batteries in the world manufactured using the AGM TPPL technology. Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) batteries use a fibreglasslike separator to hold the electrolyte in place. The physical bond between the separator fibres, the lead plates, and the container makes AGMs spill-proof and the most vibration and impact resistant lead-acid batteries available today. Moreover, AGMs use almost the same voltage set-points as flooded cells and thus can be used as drop-in replacements for flooded cells. As can be seen from the above, AGM batteries are leakproof and can be mounted in any position. A family of ARMASAFE Plus batteries utilises the proven EnerSys (Hawker) TPPL technology (Thin Plate Pure Lead) with thin plates made from pure lead. The maintenance free ARMASAFE plus batteries also use the VRLA technology (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) regulated safety valves that allow safe dispersal of any excess gas that may be formed during charging and discharging process. In practice, the gas recombination is 100%, therefore the loss of the battery capacity is slight and slow. The batteries are made with virgin lead of 99.99% purity. It prevents grain boundary corrosion found with other battery types. The very thin plates permit the maximum number of plates to be fitted in a cell increasing the active surface area to give the most capacity and Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) to be available over a prolonged period. TPPL technology results in longer lifetime and storage time (up to 5 years, including 18 - 24 months without recharging), as well as increased resistance to the deep
discharge and fast charging with very high current (even over 1,000 A). It should also be noted that it allows for excellent cyclic capability, unattainable for other batteries. Attendees were able to learn more about TPPL's technology from the presentation itself, as well as from marketing materials that were available in the foyer. Apart from promotion of batteries, the conference was also an excellent opportunity for discussion, as well as an occasion to exchange information and experience in this field.
The ARMASAFE plus series includes a range of batteries with 12 V nominal voltage and capacities of 42, 55, 75, 95 and 120 Ah (at 20 hour discharge C20). TPPL and AGM technology allows also a wide range of operating temperatures from -40ºC to +80ºC (especially these high temperatures are unattainable for other batteries. The Polish Army has been already used batteries with capacity of 120 Ah (types: 12FV120, NBB248 and UK6TNMF) and those with capacity of 75 Ah (12FV75-C type).
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Batteries for buses and trucks
The new generation of lead-acid batteries from the
range Today's vehicles are more demanding, with vehicle and driver systems now requiring higher performance than conventional batteries. Vehicle manufacturers, as well as vehicle users are therefore looking for solutions providing unrivalled usable capacity, strength and life, to power even in the most demanding vehicles, with outstanding total cost of ownership returns.
ODYSSEY® Performance Series™ batteries by EnerSys truly meet these new demands. Batteries of this type are mainly intended for use on buses and trucks. Instead of a liquid or gel electrolyte, these batteries have separators between lead plates that are made from the glass material (hence the name AGM – Absorbed Glass
Material). Thus, they have better operating parameters than others.
TPPL TECHNOLOGY A key feature of Odyssey batteries, not found in any other leadacid battery manufacturer, is the patented TPPL (Thin Plate Pure Lead) technology – which means the use of thin plates from 99,99% pure lead. This technology makes our batteries have extraordinary, definitely better parameters than classic batteries on the market. Thanks to the use of TPPL and AGM technologies, Odyssey batteries are characterized by the following parameters: + Over 100% stronger for longer – more usable capacity to support the electronic and load demands of your vehicle for over twice as long as any other comparable automotive battery, while still having the power for engine start when you need it. + 30% more deep-cycle capacity – this new technology standard enables you to discharge your battery deeper than ever before, while still delivering the same or even better life. + Two-year market leading shelf life – can be stored on open circuit (with no load across the battery) without recharging for up to 24 months or 12.6V, whichever occurs first. + Longer service life– service life exceeds any other comparable automotive battery (from 8 up to 12 years).
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+ The highest CCA (Cold Cranking Ampere) value of any comparable automotive + + + +
battery – industry leading CCA rating of up to 1,500 amps with 400 chargedischarge cycles to 80% depth of discharge. Faster recharge – unlimited charging current and faster charge acceptance leads to reduced engine running costs, less fuel use and more power available. Vibration resistance – protection against the high impact shocks and vibration that often cause premature battery failure. More flexible mounting – a maintenance-free, non-spillable design allows mounting on any side, in any position (except inverted). Extreme temperature tolerance – tried and tested in the most extreme environments operating in temperatures from -40°C to 45°C.
From this list, we should stress the CCA parameter. The Cold Cranking Ampere (CAA) according to the S.A.E (USA) standard, means the current in ampre that allows to turn the shaft for 30 seconds at a temperature of -18°C – in this case 1300A or 1500A (the highest in the industry). This is a result of the internal resistance of the TPPL battery that is several times lower compared to ordinary batteries. We would like to also stress the fast charge capability of the battery, without deterioration in its parameters (it does not sulphur). This enables the alternator to recharge the battery more quickly and there is no need to spend fuel to recharge the battery. Research shows that application of these batteries in buses results in reduction of fuel consumption by about 15%. We want to emphasize that in bus applications, important parameters are: reserve capacity, depth of discharge and cycle capability.
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alternator). That is, how many minutes it can power various appliances at a standstill if they draw 25 amps. For the 625-DIN C-1500, Odyssey series battery, this is 475 minutes.
DEPTH OF DISCHARGE AND CYCLE CAPABILITY: A TPPL battery can be deeply discharged several times (up to 30% of its initial capacity) and does not lose its properties. A standard battery can be safely discharged up to 70% of its initial capacity, above this value it simply becomes sulphated. Depending on the depth of discharge, TPPL batteries can be discharged and recharged several times (from several hundred times for deep discharges, to several thousand times for shallower discharges). This is so called cycle capability. It is important for buses that have to make stops on loops with lights and other devices on. This case discharge of the battery, which is then recharged when the engine is running.
indicates the number of minutes that it can support 25A load (until terminal voltage drops to the acceptable level) without simultaneous recharging (e.g. from an
Polypropylene Case and Cover For durability and temperature tolerance.
Lead Posts Proven, high integrity, leak resistant terminal seal design.
Compressed TPPL Plate Elements The plate element is highly compressed to deliver exceptional electrical performance and vibration resistance.
Pure Lead Plates To provide more power, the plates in our batteries are constructed from 99.99% pure lead. The plates are extremely thin, so more of them can fit into the battery. More lead plates means more power.
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A new generation of ® ProViu 360 is coming We are pleased to announce that the long-awaited, new generation of ProViu®360 system has finally appeared on our market. ®
ProViu 360 is a fully digital system using 4 Megapixel HDR Cameras, which translates into enhanced image quality, especially under low light conditions. The image is delivered in genuine real time on the 10. 1" HD Touch-Display. The device has smaller component size for better vehicle integration. The system was originally designed to give the driver new and previously unobtainable viewpoints of their wehicle, using typically 4 cameras and an ECU. ProViu®360 System gives the driver a real-time surrounding view of the vehicle and reduces the risk of damage to nearby persons or property. The system easily eliminates the blind spot problem, offering a wide range of benefits in multiple everyday scenarios. The above solution is dedicated to all types of commercial vehicles. With the new ProViu®360 it is possible to connect to the radar or other sensors communicating via CAN-Bus, which provides distance measurements, object detection, lane departure warning, motion detection and much more.
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New, universal fuel level sensor A wide range of VDO products has recently grown to include a new fuel level sensor – the Reed Switch Sensor. The sensor ensures a long-lasting operation and accurate measurement, all thanks to the use of carefully selected plastics and stainless steel. The sensor operates in a wide voltage range, from 6 to 48V, with a minimum current consumption at the maximum level of 125mA. Operating temperature oscillates from -40°C to 85°C VDO sensor can be applied as a spare part in already operating installations, as well as in new fuel tanks. Flange diameter Ø 54 mm with standard mounting screw spacing and installation diameter Ø 40 mm ensure compatibility on a mechanical level with any typical mounting hole. The new product meets resistance standards for diesel set out in DIN EN 590 (2014-04) and DIN EN 14214-FAME (2014-06) specifications, as well as the petrol fuel standard - DIN EN 228 (2014-10). It is also vibration resistant according to the DIN EN 60068-2-64 standard. These sensors are available in different lengths, from 150 ± 2 mm up to 800 ± 2 mm in 50mm steps (length is measured from the bottom of the flange to the bottom sensor).
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Review of trainings 1st Quarter 2021
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8Th February A periodic "Workshop Technician" training took place in our Warsaw office. During this training our company was audited by the Central Office of Measures (pl. GUM) .
The electric 18m Solaris bus that was supplied to MPK in Kraków (Kraków transit company), has been equipped with five ContiPressureCheck systems and five USB chargers.
> The fleet of MZK Bolesławiec (Bolesłwiec transit company) has been reinforced with two Solaris buses, equipped with six CPC systems, USB ports (3 items per bus). >
Eleven AUTOSAN 12m CNG buses for PGK Suwałki (Suwałki transit company) have been equipped with FAP driver's workplaces, CPC systems and forty-four USB chargers (4 items per bus).
> The fleet of MZK Ostrołęka (Ostrołęka transit company) has been supplied with eight AUTOSAN 12m CNG buses with FAP driver's workplaces, CPC systems and 4 USB ports on board.
17-19 March We carried out a basic training called “Workshop Technician” for OSK Navigator. The training took place in our Warsaw office.
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ZTM Rzeszów (Rzeszów transit company) has bought twenty AUTOSAN 12m CNG buses equipped with FAP driver's workplaces, CPC systems and twenty USB chargers ( 1 item per bus).·
> Twenty CPC systems and a hundred USB ports have been installed in twenty Solaris electric buses (18 m) (5 items per bus). PRODUCT NEWS | NEWS | TRAININGS
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Joystick controls for commercial vehicle applications From Curtiss -Wright's wide range of industrial products, joysticks for commercial vehicles, such as construction, agricultural, material handling and other specialty vehicles are becoming increasingly popular. They are also used in a variety of industrial applications, especially those equipped with robotic systems. For this group of vehicles we offer a wide range of joystick controllers designed for very demanding and complicated installations found within operator cabs, platforms and machinery. All our joysticks provide smooth and precise control over critical functions in the operator's workplace. Due to the off-highway use, such equipment can be subject to extreme temperatures, vibration and shock, so it is very important to use robust solutions in this regard. Our offer of joysticks and single-axis handles can be customised to suit individual customer requirements .
Types of Joysticks Depending on the construction and application, there are several types of joysticks, such as paddle joysticks, fingertip joysticks, single axis and multi-axis joysticks. The most important of these are: Finger Controlled Joysticks Finger joysticks were designed for smooth and precise control of critical functions in a variety of applications where a Human-Machine Interface (HMI) is required. Finger joysticks are useful when controlling precise movement and speed in sensitive applications such as robotic operations,
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wheelchairs, and medical instruments. They are available in single axis, two-axis or three-axis configuration. Compact in size, the rugged and ergonomically designed handles offer excellent control.
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Several axis options. Virtually infinite resolution - enduring high accuracy and efficiency. Ability to function in an electronically noisy environment. High reliability. Long life expectancy. Variety of sizes. Robust design. Able to function in the harshest environments – temperature, shock and vibration.
Hand Grip Joysticks Featuring hall effect sensors and control mechanisms, hand grip joysticks are mostly used in construction machinery, robotic and farm machines, and mobile cranes. They're incredibly sturdy and offer reliability during operation, which makes them a popular choice for industrial applications. Thumb Joysticks Thumb joysticks offer precise control for portable devices or panel integration. They come in a variety of thumb control options. They are useful in wheelchair control, machine control, or in environments where single or multiaxis control is needed.
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Quarterly Newsletter no 1(90) January - February - March 2021
COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES FOR AIRCRAFT: FROM DESIGN TO COMPLETION
„The fundamental principle of transport is its safety”
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3. OUR REALIZATIONS 3. Modernization of avionics in SP-KAK - Cessna 152 of the Lubuski Aero Club 6. Beechcraft King Air with a new Garmin "glass" cockpit 10. New flight control system in the Cessna 172S
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12. LATEST NEWS 12. The continuous development 16. UNIVERSAL AVIONICS NEWS 16. Universal Avionics ClearVision EFVS in the world's first supersonic business aircraft 18. The InSight integrated flightdeck solution for the Hawker 800XP
Despite many fears, the pandemic time did not stop the activities of our PART 145 and PART 21 Organizations. Many aircraft owners used this period to modernize avionics in their aircraft. We have therefore completed a number of interesting modernization projects in recent months. These include the modification of the avionics in the Beechcraft King Air aircraft, which came back to us after a one-year break to modernize another avionics systems. We encourage the Readers to read the details of the modernization presented in this issue.
20. An unique solution – a remote update of InSight system software 21. Three simple steps to operate your FMS 22. GA NEWS – GARMIN'S AVIONICS 22. Garmin introduces the ruder bias 24. The GTN Xi new software v. 20.10 25. The EASA certificate for GI 275
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The avionics modernization in Cessna 152 SP-KAK of Lubuski Aero Club
ANOTHER TRAINING CESSNA MODERNIZED! We are pleased to announce that we have completed the modernization of the second Cessna plane, belonging to the Lubuski Aero Club (AZL). The first AZL aircraft – Cessna 172 came to us for modernization at the end of 2019. Then the Cessna received new, comprehensive Gramin avionic equipment. After more than a year, the AZL commissioned us to modernize another aircraft, a Cessna 152 SP-KAK. This Cessna came to us with factory-made accessories and radio equipment with which it was released from production. The configuration we proposed, based on the latest solutions for the light aviation, was approved by the authorities of the AZL. Thanks to this, at the end of 2020, we were able to start modernization works.
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As part of this work, we replaced traditional pilot instruments with modern Garmin G5 units, such as: the electronic flight display Garmin G5 Attitude Indicator and the Garmin G5 horizontal situation indicator (HSI, complete with the GAD 29B adapter to integrate the CAN bus, on which G-5 can communicate with the navigation receiver. The plane is also equipped with the most popular panel, touch-sensitive GPS / NAV / COM system: Garmin GTN 650 that increasing the aircraft equipment category from an analog IFR to an aircraft that meets the PBN conditions. The Cessna also received a second navigation system with the Garmin GNC 255A radio. The existing audio panel with a separate intercom has been replaced with a new Garmin GMA 342 audio panel with a built-in marker receiver and a 4th local intercom. An important point of the modernization was the replacement of the old engine monitoring parameters instruments with an electronic indicator and engine monitoring system Bendix / King AeroPoint 200. The modernization also included the installation of the new Garmin GTX 335 ADS-B Out transponder. We also installed the Kannad 406AF-Compact Emergency Location Transmitter (ELT) that is mandatory in accordance with the applicable requirements. Before the assembly works, our designers from the Part-21 Design Organization made measurements and designed new instrument panels. In addition, they designed new, aesthetic, masking panels, which were printed from certified aviation material on our 3D printer. These new masking panels are much more durable than the old ones and fit to the modern displays. The whole equipment installed in the control panel resembles these in new Cessna 182s with Garmin G1000. We also refreshed the bottom panel, where the circuit breakers, switches, levers and handles with new, clear descriptions. As part of the modernization works, our Part145 also completed a whole new electrical installation for the aircraft. The last element, a bit forced by the new avionics configuration, was the
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external lighting of the aircraft, which was replaced with LED lighting, which gave us a few additional amps for the equipment installed in the cockpit. Thanks to the modernization of avionics, this small airplane, despite its already quite long aviation career, has received equipment that allows it to perform almost the same navigation procedures (except for the automatic flight control feature), as we can find in much larger and more technologically advanced aircraft. Cessna now meets all the require-ments resulting from recently po-pular passwords such as PBN, RNP, ADS-B or GPS Approach. Importantly, thanks to the modernization, the operator, i.e. the Lubuski Aero Club, gained the ability to view
The New equipment of the Cessna's: + Garmin G5 Attitude Indicator, + G5 HSI with GAD 29B adapter, + Garmin GTN 650 GPS/NAV/COM system, + Garmin GMA 342 audiopanel, + Garmin GNC 255A NAV/COM system, + Garmin GTX 335 ADS-B Out transponder, + Bendix/King AeroPoint 200 engine parameters monitoring system, + Kannad 406 Integra ELT.
UNDER MODERNIZATION flights in real time or flight history on Flight Radar, and thanks to the engine monitoring system, connected with GTN, it can correlate the engine parameters with the GPS position.
The last modernized component was the aircraft's external lighting that was replaced with LED lighting.
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The second step of modernization of the SP-ISS aircraft, Beechcraft King Air C90A
Beechcraft King Air C90A with the new Garmin glass „cockpit” The Beechcraft King Air C90A airplane, which we have received for the first stage of modernization over a year ago, has reached the second stage of modernization the avionic equipment. It was then that our PART 145 Maintenance Organization replaced the navigation systems consisting of older Collins Aerospace and Honeywell devices with two modern GPS / NAV
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/ COM systems: Garmin's GTN 750 and GTN 650. During that modernization, the audio control system and trans-
ponders were also replaced with the GTX 345Rs with ADS-B In & Out, enabling the display of Traffic information on GTN screens.
causes unstable operation of some older indicators and systems, which, despite the modernization, remained in the air-craft's equipment.
Unfortunately, this configuration proved to be only partially successful, because both on the left instrument panel ("belonging" to the commander) and on the right (copilot) there were old, electromechanical pilot instruments (airspeed indicator, altimeter, vertical speed indicator, turn / slip indicator), navigation indicators (VOR / DME, glide path indicator, gyro compass, attitude indicator) and GPS receivers. The old EADI and EHSI Collins' instruments were not able to take advantage of all the functions that GPS in WAAS has to offer. First of all, they did not allow for the
After a few meetings and the so-called brainstorming, both our team and the owner of King Air came to the conclusion that despite a large investment, it is justified, both in terms of technical
visualization of the glide path, i.e. the GPS-based precision landing approach marker. It also turned out that the 30-year difference between the old and new equipment
and content, for a comprehensive modernization of the cockpit.
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We have designed the new instrument panel that fits the new displays and instruments. It was painted with the darker colour – typical for business class aircraft.
The best solution for this turned out to be the advanced system of "glass cockpit” by Garmin: G600TXi. In comparison to its predecessors (G500, G600), G600TXi or even its twin G500TXi offers a lot of functions factory-implemented to the system, incl. Synthetic Vision or the possibility of preselection of altitude for autopilot. In other systems, these functions require an additional investment. The hardware set-up included two 10inch independent GDU 1060TXi displays with built-in, independent AHRS systems and the integration of the independent Air Control Center (ADC). In such a system, in the event of damage to one of the "sides", 100% of the functions are taken over by the "other" side. It is also possible to cross-use systems, eg. PFD 1 with AHRS 2 or PFD2 with ADC 1. During the modernization, all the old pilotnavigational instruments were removed from the instrument panel (except the ADF panel). So it was obvious to make new panels, on which only two large, tactile monitors and one smaller one - a digital backup indicator - had to be installed. The MD 302 indicator by Mid-Continent Instruments + Avionics was selected as the backup display, enabling both horizontal and vertical installation. Due to the limited space on the console, it turned out to be the optimal solution. The modernization works consisted in the implementation of new hernesses for new systems already operating in the HSDB and ARINC 429 communication standard, and integration with several systems that still remained on the airplane – DME, ADF, radio altimeter and autopilot. A special Garmin GAD 43e adapter was used for integration. The entire project was based on the ready, approved STC documentation for both the G600TXi and the backup – the MD 302 indicator. However, we want to emphasize that this type of documentation, taking into account the type-series of aircraft, is quite general, so the entire responsibility and technical decision-making in the process of project implementation and the final effect depends on the installer. Our Part 21 Design Organization also participated in the aforementioned modernization. Its tasks included measurements of the aircraft cockpit and designing new instrument panels, taking into account new equipment, their fastening systems and
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assessment of the compliance of new equipment and its installation with the requirements of the relevant airworthiness regulations (in this case, the FAR Part 23). Such works only seem to be simple. It must be remembered that it is not easy to design the instrument panels with a rather complicated outline so as not to change the existing structure of the plane to which the panel is attached. Of course, the outline itself is part of the success, because the new panel must "fit" the new equipment, so that its use is ergo-nomic and does not involve excessive effort of the crew. Our designers lite-rally fought for a single millimeter more than once. After designing the instrument panels, it was time to prepare digital files on the basis of which the tar-get elements that were mounted on the plane were made. The newly made instrument panels received a different, darker color, typical for business class airplanes. The heading system magnetometers were also replaced, and the lower part of the fuselage was used for the installation of two OAT sensors. As part of the postinstallation work, configuration, calibration and ground and flight tests were performed.
The successful flight tests have concluded Beechcraft King Air avionics modernization.
The second Beechcraft modernization certainly set the age of the air-craft back many, many years. First of all, however, thanks to equipping King Air with the latest
avionics solutions, both the comfort and safety of flights have significantly increased.
The successful flight tests have concluded Beechcraft King Air avionics modernization.
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Modernization of avionics in the Cessna 172S SP-MMI
New flight control system in the Cessna 172S
Based on the FAA and EASA Approved Model List (AML), our PART 145 Maintenance Organization installed a digital flight control system – the Garmin GFC 500 autopilot and the G5 Attitude Indicator, which is the primary data source for the GFC 500 about the attitude of the airplane and the source of flight data. This particular configuration, selected by the customer from several offered to him, included a direction axis and an altitude axis, but without the automatic trim function (electric altitude trim system). The installation kit dedicated to the Cessna 172 included specially matched mechanical assembly elements, two servos (pitch, roll) and an autopilot control panel. Modernization process involved installation of a digital flight control system - the Garmin GFC 500 autopilot and the G5 Attitude Indicator.
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The aircraft in this configuration can now independently maintain the current altitude, direction, capture the desired altitude with a specific, set vertical speed or maintain the climb / descent at a constant speed. If GPS was also installed on board, all the functions
Installation of direction servo.
During the tests, it turned out that the lack of automatic trim is not big problem, because the G5 informs the pilot when and in which direction to move the trim wheel, and everything is done very smoothly.
Installation of altitude servo.
provided by the satellite navigation system in the automatic flight control system could also be used. Additional, interesting functions provided by the GFC 500 are the LVL (Level) option – after pressing this button, the airplane leads to a straight level flight and maintains the current heading and altitude; as well as the advanced ESP (Electronic Stability and Protection) system, which con-stantly monitors the attitude of the airplane and does not allow to exceed operating limits. After the modernization, in addition to the ground tests, the Cessna also required several test flights. During them, all autopilot functions available in this configuration were tested.
During test flights, all autopilot functions available in this configuration were tested.
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L3Harris offers diversity as an option for its Lynx NGT-9000
Continuing Development Story by – Dave Higdon Source:Avionics News, January 2021
ADS-B OPTIONS IN 2021
Nothing stands still in aviation, and advances in avionics seem to come nonstop as manufacturers work to stay ahead of the market and the ever-changing regulatory realm. Even with the availability of plenty of equipment to satisfy the mandate to equip with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast out, the state of technology to support this new way for controllers to monitor and manage aircraft advanced even more in 2020.
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While controllers in the United States enjoy a vast network of ADS-B ground stations that provide the linkage between aircraft and controllers, not all parts of the world are suitable for employing a similar solution. For some regions and nations, it's the vastness of the terrain in need of coverage; in others, it's the costs. Many nations simply lack the financial resources to invest in and build a network similar to the U.S. system. For others, a bit of crystal-ball gazing convinced some to wait on another option, one satellite-based similar to the position source used by most ADS-B users. That space-based solution became available in 2019 with the completion of an Iridium satellite-based system for use as an ADS-
B link, with the vendor a company known as Aireon. As the company puts it, “Aireon has deployed the first global air traffic surveillance system using a space-based ADS-B network that meets the strict, real-time air traffic service surveillance requirements for separation services, anywhere in the world.” The backbone of Aireon's technology resides on a constellation of Iridium satellites. Eight Iridium launches on SpaceX Falcon 9 rockets successfully occurred between January 2017 and January 2019, each lofting 10 satellites with ADS-B transceivers. The system became whole when the final 10 satellites were lofted into orbit on that final SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket in January 2019. That launch completed the 66-satellite Iridium constellation of
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Aireon ADS-B transceivers – plus spares – setting the stage for the next evolution in ADS-B surveillance: global coverage. The company Aireon is a joint space-based ADS-B venture between Iridium Communications, Nav Canada, the Irish Aviation Authority, Italian air navigation service provider ENAV, and Naviair – which provides air navigation services in Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands. Nav Canada is the lead air navigation service provider in the Aireon joint venture. As Aireon notes on its website, “Iridium hosts Aireon's specially designed receivers on each Iridium satellite, providing coverage over 100% of the globe. Iridium's low-latency, 66 cross-linked lowEarth orbit satellites make it uniquely suited to meet the technical demands of global air traffic surveillance and tracking.” Already, air traffic service authorities around the world want to use the Aireon network to support their ADS-B needs. But the Aireon solution raises another equipment issue for pilots and aircraft owners to resolve: the need for socalled “diversity” for reliable use of the Aireon satellite network. Fortunately, the avionics community was already working on resolving that need because countries other than the U.S. require, or will when their ADS-B systems go live, for users to employ ADS-B Out that works on 1090 MHz with Extended Squitter and is diversity compliant. Diversity: first, it is not a racial thing
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Before shop customers and clients question why they need yet another equipment upgrade, shop managers can negate their possible anger and frustration by letting them know that diversity is not now required in airspa-ce over the continental U.S. So, if the pilot operates only in U.S. airspace and below 18,000 feet mean sea level, he or she can relax and exhale. Conversely, however, diversity is a requirement – or will be – for many other countries. One of them is close by: Canada. Diversity in action
ALREADY, AIR TRAFFIC SERVICE AUTHORITIES AROUND THE WORLD WANT TO USE THE AIREON NETWORK TO SUPPORT THEIR ADS-B NEEDS. BUT THE AIREON SOLUTION RAISES ANOTHER EQUIPMENT ISSUE FOR PILOTS AND AIRCRAFT OWNERS TO RESOLVE: THE NEED FOR SO-CALLED ‘DIVERSITY’ FOR RELIABLE USE OF THE AIREON SATELLITE NETWORK.
Americans hear a lot about diversity, in educational institutions, in politics, in business and other aspects of life. “Diversity” in those contexts relates to populating with people who reflect the diverse mix of American citizens and residents – Caucasian, African American, Hispanic, Asian, et cetera. In the ADS-B world, however, “diversity” relates to an ADS-B Out source that uses two antennae – one on the belly of the aircraft, as Mode A/C/S transponders have long used, the second antenna on the top of the aircraft's fuselage. With only a bottom antenna – the vast majority of U.S. systems – ADS-B trans-ponders have a clear view of the Fe-deral Aviation Administration's gro-und network of about 800 stations. The bottom antenna, however, is lar-gely blocked from “seeing” the Aireon ADS-B transceivers riding on the Iridium satellites. The solution sounds simple enough: top-mounted antennae connected to the ADS-B Out transponder.
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Unfortunately, adding the top-moun-ted antenna isn't as simple as using a splitter to connect both antennae to the ADS-B Out source. That requires a 1090 MHz ES ADS-B Out transponder with two transmission sources, each connected to one of those two antenna – top and bottom.
It's been about two years since Nav Canada announced its proposed ADSB Out performance requirements mandate, which will apply to domestic and international operators, alike. Nav Canada set Jan. 1, 2021, for its mandate to go into effect. The requirement for ADS-B includes Class A airspace and Class E airspace above Flight Level 600. Little but some military aircraft fly at 60,000 feet mean sea level. But plenty of aircraft penetrate Class A airspace. Nav Canada set the start of Phase 2 a year hence, on Jan. 1, 2022, adding Class B airspace to the requirement. In Canada, Class A airspace matches the same airspace in the United States, encompassing altitudes from 18,000 feet mean sea level to FL600. Conversely, Class B is different in Canada, extending from 12,500 feet mean sea level up to but not including 18,000 feet mean sea level. Phase 3 is less defined, expanding ADS-B as needed to “specific controlled airspace, en route or at an airport, starting no sooner than 2023.”
Nav Canada will require 1090 MHz Extended Squitter ADS-B compliant transponders, approved under RTCA DO-260B, starting Jan. 1, 2024; in the interim, DO-260 or DO-260A can be used. But here's the snag for light general aviation aircraft owners and operators. Nav Canada wants to mandate anten-na diversity – again, antennas on both the bottom and top of the aircraft. This requirement, according to Nav Canada, supports 5-nautical-mile air-craft separation using space-based ADS-B of the type available from Aireon.
Existing options: Few but growing Some diversity solutions are already available for lighter GA aircraft. In March 2019, Garmin unveiled diversity-capable models of its GTX 335 and GTX 345 ADS-B Out transponders. Both are 1090ES transponders that meet inter-national requirements. Additionally, Garmin's GTX 33D ES and GTX 330D ES support the diversity option. Pilots and operators flying with non-diversity GTX 33 ES and GTX 330 ES models can look to Garmin for help – help that doesn't require investing in a replacement to gain diversity for either model. Instead, Garmin can convert them at the factory, adding antenna diversity. Conversely, however, neither the existing GTX 335 and GTX 345 tran-sponders enjoy the upgrade option and would have to be replaced. L3Harris also offers diversity as an option for its Lynx NGT-9000, a con-version requiring a software unlock to add the capability to non-diversity NGT-9000s. Operators of business-turbine aircraft equipped with TCAS II are already covered since that traffic alert and collision avoidance system already requires antennae on both the top and bottom. And industry insiders predict that more 1090 MHz ES ADS-B transponders capable of providing diversity will be coming to market, a response to the existence of Aireon's satellite-based system and interest from other countries that see in the system an avenue to adding or expanding air traffic control coverage that would be impractical with a ground-based option. For example, an evaluation of space-based ADS-B in Caribbean airspace could lead to use of space-based ADS-B in oceanic airspace controlled by the FAA’s Miami, New York, and other air route traffic control centers. The region was chosen for this evaluation primarily due to recurring reliability issues with main radar for the region on the Grand Turks. So space-based ADS-B is under consideration by other air navigation service providers, among them COCESNA – the Corporación Centroamericana de Servicios de Navegación Aérea – the air navigation services provider for most of Central America, including Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Additionally, COCESNA has voiced interest in becoming the service provider for a large, no-flight-information region, airspace where air traffic services are not available. Next up: uAvionix tailBeaconX – a 1090ES solution with diversity In mid-February 2020, uAvionix unveiled its latest multifunction offering with a new ADS-B transponder for both general aviation and urban air mobility machines: the tailBeaconX. This new option for a 1090 MHz Mode S Extended Squitter ADS-B Out transponder addresses global air traffic surveillance system requirements for current and future ADS-B mandates, including those requiring diversity – that is, top- and bottom-mounted antennae. uAvionix's tailBeaconX integrates with the uAvionix AV-20-E and AV-30-E electronic flight instrument systems to provide transponder control on most popular multifunction displays. Once again, uAvionix took the same path it employed with its original
skyBeacon and tailBeacon ADS-B transponders by using the existing aircraft lighting locations for mounting and access to aircraft power. tailBeaconX sports an LED rear-position light that replaces the original tail-position light in a package that makes the 1090 MHz Mode S Extended Squitter ADS-B Out transponder an integral part of the package – along with the antennae. tailBeaconX is also uAvionix's first commercially available avionics solution designed to meet the needs of urban air mobility aircraft. Electric takeoff and landing aircraft, powered by batteries and alternative fuels, require radically different solutions than those that exist today. tailBeaconX weighs only 90 grams, takes no critical volume from an internal avionics bay, incorporates its own antennas, and draws only 3 watts of power. This results in longer flight times and higher payload capacity for the next generation of battery-powered airborne mobility. Further, tailBeaconX is the first transponder specifically evaluated by Aireon and Nav Canada for compatibility with Aireon's space-based satellite ADSB system. The tests showed promise toward meeting performance requirements for ATC-quality surveillance data for general aviation aircraft. “A solution like tailBeaconX will expand the proven safety and operational benefits of ADS-B through a space-based service to the general aviation community,” said Cyriel Kronenburg, vice president of aviation services for Aireon. “We're pleased to collaborate on these types of innovative avionics solutions with uAvionix as various global ADS-B mandates take effect in the coming months and years.” One of the aspects of the tailBeaconX generating particularly big excitement involves the control options available for the tailBeaconX. In addition to the AV-30-E EFIS and AV-20-E MFD options for transponder control functionality, a host of cockpit retrofit upgrade options are available to maximize cockpit panel real estate by including added functionality such as attitude indicator, directional gyro, angle of attack, bus voltage, and others. Finally, tailBeaconX is also available as a remotely controlled unit compatible with many existing EFIS displays that implement a serial transponder control function such as MGL and GRT displays, as well as UAM autopilot control. Tracking requirements Some of the world's air traffic service providers have shown more flexibility than the FAA in the U.S., alternatively postponing effective dates for equipping with ADS-B Out and rescheduling the dates by which operators will need to comply. And the arrival of the Aireon option for satellite-based surveillance opened the door to more countries making ADS-B their tool for tracking air traffic and managing that traffic though their airspace. The option for surveillance over the vast expanses of oceanic airspace will, by itself, entice more nations to plug in. Their reasoning will range from safety and traffic surveillance to more fiscally oriented reasoning – the revenue available from aircraft transiting their airspace. So expect to see further developments in diversitycapable ADS-B systems as more countries decide to tip their beaks into the pool.
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Universal Avionics ClearVision™ EFVS Selected for World’s First Supersonic Business Jet Universal Avionics (UA) announces the selection of its ClearVision Enhanced Flight Vision System (EFVS) for the Aerion AS2. The company’s complete Head-Up Display (HUD) and EFVS solution featuring the SkyLens™ Head-Wearable Display (HWD) with its proven unlimited Field of Regard will be installed in the world’s first supersonic business jet. “Universal Avionics is proud to be selected as the Enhanced Flight Vision System provider for the AS2 supersonic business jet,” said Dror Yahav, UA Chief Executive Officer. “By using the SkyLens as a wearable Head-Up Display, the ClearVision EFVS brings unprecedented capabilities to the airplane and demonstrates a compelling roadmap to the future, on top of the proven operational landing credit and allweather operation.” ClearVision provides an innovative Combined Vision System (CVS) displayed on the pilot and copilot SkyLens HWD, the only display of its kind certified today for commercial aviation. The intuitive avionics suite includes UA’s high-resolution EVS5000 Enhanced Vision System (EVS) camera, composed of six sensors for a comprehensive and unprecedented multispectral coverage, and 3D Synthetic Vision System (SVS). ClearVision greatly improves crew resource management in the
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cockpit of the AS2, supporting Aerion’s ongoing mission of faster point-topoint travel. In addition, ClearVision offers pilots the ability to overcome degraded visibility situations day and night to move in and out of airports faster, saving time and increasing operational efficiency. With SkyLens, pilots continuously operate head-up and are able to monitor flight information while retaining 3D situational awareness of terrain, and eventually aircraft traffic, through the system’s unlimited 360-degree Field of Regard. “We are truly excited to bring ClearVision to the highest levels of the business
Aerion AS2 Operators Gain Enhanced Visual Operations and Unlimited Field of Regard.
aviation market,” commented Marc Bouliane, UA Vice President of Business Development, Marketing and Services. “For the past year, we have worked diligently with Aerion’s engineering, flight operations and supply chain teams to refine a solution that fits the vision set forth by Aerion. We are honored to have been selected for this ground-breaking project and look forward to the production launch of the AS2 in 2023.” ClearVision is a trusted and certified solution, flying today on a number of fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft. Nearly 3,000 ClearVision EVS cameras have been fielded to date. Pilots have a discernable Visual Advantage against incandescent and LED airport lighting systems, and the compact size of SkyLens is critical for profiled cockpits such as in the AS2. “With a proven track record of innovation, Universal Avionics has become the market leader in Head-Wearable Display systems and EVS sensors. This industry-leading technology will offer pilots of the AS2 unparalleled vision and enhanced situational awareness capabilities,” said Steve Berroth, Aerion’s Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of Aircraft Development. “We look forward to our continued collaboration as we seek to change the future of aviation together.” Aerion’s pursuit of faster point-to-point travel begins with the launch of the AS2
supersonic business jet. Designed to be inherently environmentally responsible from first flight, the AS2 is the first supersonic aircraft designed to be powered by 100% engineered synthetic fuel and reach supersonic speeds without the need for an afterburner. The manufacture of 300 AS2 aircraft is planned for the first decade of production. The AS2 will be the first aircraft to be assembled at the company’s new global headquarters in Melbourne, Florida – Aerion Park. The state-of-theart development – powered by sustainable technology – will incorporate headquarters operations plus an integrated campus for research, design, build, and maintenance of the company’s supersonic aircraft.
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Hawker 800XP InSight™ Retrofit Flight Deck Integrated Flight Deck Solution
Universal Avionics' latest InSight flight deck upgrade features the most innovative avionics technologies available for your Hawker 800XP today, streamlining operations while adding
functionality. Designed as an integrated flight deck solution, InSight features embedded 3D Synthetic Vision (SVS), advanced mapping capabilities, electronic charts, and more.
Embedded 3D SVS:
Electronic Charts:
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! Replaces paper charts. ! Within view of critical flight information.
Current position. High-resolution terrain. Inset map view with flight plan overlay. Second generation SVS
! Quick zoom in/out.
Additional Features:
Advanced Mapping: ! Moving map with waypoints, airports, and navaids with ! !
auto range. High and low airways. Auto declutter.
! Auto-tune onboard digital radios. ! Ownship position on taxiway. ! Head-up selection of options displayed on the MFD.
Key Benefits:
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Increase reliability with high component MTBF/MTBUR. Lower operating and maintenance costs by reducing weight and increasing time between failures. Streamline flight deck operations through an intuitive Human-Machine Interface (HMI). Intuitively control and input via graphical user interface. Enhance safety and situational awareness, even while taxiing. Customize screen layouts to display critical information during different phases of flight.
The retrofit package replaces the obsolete and faulty equipment with clean, elegant and reliable flightdeck system.
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Reliable Retrofit Package The InSight upgrade for the Hawker 800XP replaces aging, obsolescent and high-failure rate equipment, with a clean, streamlined, and reliable flight deck. This reliable retrofit package is your affordable modern solution for added features and capabilities, positioning your aircraft for today's operating environment as well as providing a path for future growth. The InSight Display System also allows for add-ons like the ClearVision™ Enhanced Flight Vision System (EFVS) with SkyLens™ Head-Wearable Display (HWD), which provides a cost-effective and modern alternative to a traditional fixed Head-Up Display (HUD).
Last modernization Universal Avionics (UA) introduces its latest InSight Integrated Flight Deck solution with Authorized Dealer, Redimec S.R.L.’s installation on a Hawker 800XP. The aircraft operator turned to the InSight Display System for a more modern, reliable flight deck solution to address high failure rates and climbing repair costs associated with existing equipment.
The aircraft is now delivered back to the operator, taking flight and ready for international executive travel with new features and a fully integrated display system capable of LPV, CPDLC, ADS-B Out, and more. “The InSight Display System upgrade is an excellent choice for high-end platforms thanks to its flexibility to work with installed systems which are still viable,” said Dror Yahav, UA Chief Executive Officer. “Operators do not need to perform a complete ‘rip and tear’ of their cockpit in order to gain the bestin-class capabilities such as data communication and enhanced situational awareness,” he added. The Hawker 800XP retrofit upgrade is a more affordable alternative to costly upgrade solutions in the market. The sleek Hawker 800XP installation includes: three EFI-1040 Displays, a single Data Concentrator Unit (DCU) II, dual Touch EFIS Control Display Units (ECDU) and Alphanumeric Keyboards (ANK), a single Reference Select Panel (RSP), and dual UNS-1Fw SBAS-FMSs. The installed flight deck package offers streamlined operations with added functionality like embedded 3D SVS, electronic charts, advanced mapping, ownship position on runway, and the ability to autotune onboard digital radios.
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Universal Avionics Offers Unique Support Solution with Remote InSight™ Software Update Universal Avionics (UA) announces the successful on-wing update of an InSight Display System's core software via remote connection to an aircraft located 6,000 miles away in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Working with Authorized Dealer, Redimec S.R.L., UA successfully updated the Hawker 800XP's three InSight EFI-1040 Displays, dual Touch EFIS Control Display Units (ECDU), and dual Alphanumeric Keyboards (ANK) from its Tucson, Arizona, location. The aircraft was updated by making a remote connection to a Redimec laptop, which was connected to the maintenance port of a Data Concentrator Unit (DCU) II mounted on the aircraft. As a company, we always look for innovative capabilities and solutions to support our dealers and end customers,” said Dror
not at all possible. By utilizing remote access tools, we can increase aircraft readiness and reduce aircraft down-time.” The successful completion of this remote connection presents extensive possibilities for UA, its Authorized Dealers / Integrators, and end customers, as it allows system configu-ration and software updates to be carried out remotely by UA's Field Service Engineers when it is impossible or impractical to travel to the aircraft. In this case, the effort saved 10 or more days of aircraft downtime that would have resulted from the dealer needing to ship the equipment from Argentina to UA's Repair Station in Tucson, and for UA to ship the equipment back for final installation. Moving forward, this system enables UA to remotely assist its customers with virtual diagnostic and troubleshooting of InSight.
Yahav, UA Chief Executive Officer. “Remote connection is an unprecedented use of technology that allows us to instantly sync, troubleshoot, diagnose, and configure systems while they are installed in an aircraft,” he added. “This is a unique solution to the challenging times we're currently faced with due to COVID-19, where travel is difficult or
A remote system configuration and software update done by UA's engineers.
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Three Simple Steps to Maintain Your FMS PRZED
Understand the FMS Battery The Central Processing Unit (CPU) battery in Universal Avionics' Flight Management System (FMS) Navigation Computer Unit (NCU) generally lasts between three to seven years depending on its usage. For example, the FMS CPU battery is most active during power-off or in power standby mode.
Identify Battery Failure Warnings When the FMS CPU battery begins to drain below standard levels, an FMC BATTERY LOW message will appear well before a battery failure to alert the user. You will see the message immediately (and only) after power-up and BEFORE the FMS initialization data is accepted. Many operators intuitively access the FMS Initialization Page before checking the MESSAGES and therefore, miss the FMC BATTERY LOW message. Please ensure your crew is informed of this important step. We have seen many operators miss the FMC BATTERY LOW message by assuming the Message Annunciation refers to other alerts that may be present on a regular basis, like the POSITION UNCERTAIN message that will always
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be present after power-on and completion of internal selftests. UA does not require regular scheduled maintenance on its FMSs and therefore, the FMS CPU battery is typically only replaced if there is a failure. Some operators of fleet aircraft using maintenance tracking systems like CAMPS may require FMS CPU battery replacement on a regular interval in conjunction with a calendar inspection. Another method to avoid battery failure is to add a procedure to check the message page when the Message Annunciator is present prior to initialization.
Know How to Replace the Battery When it's time to replace your FMS CPU battery, please send your unit to UA's Tucson Repair Station, following the RMA Process outlined here to help prevent any delays in shipping. If preferred, you may contact your nearest UA Authorized Service Center to arrange for your battery replacement. Before sending your unit to the Service Center, please contact them directly to inquire about your FMS CPU battery, and whether they have the capability to conduct the replacement. The cost of an out of warranty battery replacement may vary depending on the age of your system.
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Garmin Introduces Smart Rudder Bias Garmin is pleased to announce upgrades to the GFC™ 600 digital autopilot including the addition of Smart Rudder Bias for select piston twin-engine aircraft. Smart Rudder Bias provides additional assistance against hazardous effects of a one-engine inoperative (OEI) event when appropriately equipped.
Piper PA-31, further growing the list of GFC 600 compatible aircraft. Smart Rudder Bias is now approved in the GFC 600 autopilot for select Piper Navajo and Beechcraft Baron aircraft.
The addition of Smart Rudder Bias to the Garmin Autonomi™ family of automated flight technologies provides pilots assistance in maintaining control of the aircraft while determining the next course of action, simultaneously reducing workload in a high-stress and time-critical flight environment.
Help Manage Aerodynamic Performance with Smart Rudder Bias
Additionally, the GFC 600 autopilot recently received FAA approval for Supplemental Type Certification (STC) on the
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Twin-engine aircraft inherently have aircraft controllability concerns in the event of an engine failure and pilots can expect a significant yaw toward the inoperative engine, resulting in an unstable aircraft state. In addition, due to a sideslip condition and a windmilling propeller, there can be decreased lift on the wing associated with the inoperative engine and simultaneo-
usly an increase in drag, all factors contributing to degraded performance and a critical loss in airspeed. Through close integration with multiple onboard Garmin systems, Smart Rudder Bias helps address these major concerns and immediately assists with controllability issues. This gives the pilot time to take the correct action required in order to better maintain positive aircraft control and help keep the aircraft in a safe flight condition.
Positively Identify Inoperative Engine Quicker When the aircraft reaches the manufacturer's published minimum control speed (VMC) during the takeoff roll, Smart Rudder Bias is automatically armed. Smart Rudder Bias continuously monitors engine parameters using Engine Indication System (EIS) data displayed on a G500 TXi or G600 TXi flight display and activates when the system detects a predetermined power differential between each engine. Once activated, rudder force is dynamically adjusted to aid a pilot in providing enough force to the rudder to help control a sideslip. A yellow annunciator for the associated inoperative engine is conveniently displayed along with autopilot annunciations on the G500 TXi or G600 TXi flight display, helping the pilot identify the issue quicker. Smart Rudder Bias can be deactivated via a panel-mounted switch.
and provides airspeed protection while the pilot is hand-flying the aircraft. Smart Rudder Bias applies enhanced ESP settings tailored to engine-out flight. Roll protection is modified to help correct for the roll tendency caused by the inoperative engine, while underspeed protection activates at a higher airspeed to help keep the aircraft away from the critical VMC speed and the associated loss of positive aircraft control.
Smart Rudder Bias System Requirements Smart Rudder Bias requires the installation of a Garmin G500 TXi or G600 TXi flight display with software version 3.12 or later, configured as a primary flight display, with EIS (which can be displayed as a strip on the G500 TXi or G600 TXi PFD, or as a separate display). Additionally, a GFC 600 digital autopilot with the yaw servo option must be installed or added to an existing GFC 600 installation and a Rudder Bias switch must also be installed. Initial certified aircraft include the Baron 58 and 58A,
as well as the Piper PA-31, PA- 31-310 and PA-31-325. Additional certifications of Smart Rudder Bias will be forthcoming.
GFC 600 Approvals Received for Piper PA-31, PA-31-310, PA-31-325 & PA-31-325(CR) Intended for high-performance piston and turbine aircraft that have a wide range of aircraft speed and performance characteristics, GFC 600 incorporates solid-state attitude and robust self-monitoring capabilities to provide superior autopilot performance, greater reliability and safety benefits. For full system pricing, please refer to the updated Aviation Dealer Autopilot Price Catalog available on the DRC and contact your RSM with any questions.
Smart Rudder Bias Enhances ESP Settings for OEI Condition Garmin's Electronic Stability and Protection (ESP™) functions independently of the autopilot, working in the background to help pilots avoid inadvertent flight attitudes or bank angles
New for the PA-31 and PA-31-310/325(CR) installations, a new Yaw Trim Servo option is available. Similar to pitch trim, yaw trim allows for manual rudder trim control with the press of a button, and automatic control of the rudder trim when the GFC 600 is coupled. The Yaw Trim option is not required for Smart Rudder Bias.
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New GTN Xi Software Adds Glide Range Ring and More GTN Xi Software v. 20.10 Available Soon Garmin is pleased to announce several new features are coming soon to the GTN™ Xi Series of navigators. With new software (version 20.10), GTN Xi navigators will be able to display a Glide Range Ring that helps safety-minded pilots visualize the estimated area an aircraft could reach in the case engine power is lost. Other new features include the ability to remotely control the radios of another GTN Xi when dual GTN Xi units are installed in an aircraft, quicker page navigation with the addition of customizable dual concentric knob functions, and more.
Glide Range Ring The new glide range ring helps pilots enhance their situational awareness by depicting the estimated area that the aircraft can reach when it's configured for best glide range in the case of an engine failure. The glide range ring considers terrain data, as well as wind data provided by a GDL® 69 receiver or FIS-B source and calculated winds from a compatible Garmin flight display (though not required), such as G500 TXi/G600 TXi, G500/G600, G3X Touch™, GI 275, or G5 (with GAD 13™ adapter and GTP 59 probe). Aircraft with G500 TXi or G600 TXi flight displays can also show the glide range ring when paired with the GTN Xi while using the GPS guidance as the horizontal situation indicator (HSI) source.
Best Glide Airport Indicator Depicted as cyan chevrons pointing to the recommended airport for the aircraft to glide to from its current position, the best glide airport indicator uses distance from present location, runway length at the airport, wind data, and airport weather through FIS-B or SiriusXM to update in real-time. The best glide airport indicator can be displayed by itself, or with the glide range ring shown.
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The best glide airport indicator will only appear if there is a recommended available airport within the aircraft's estimated glide range.
Nearest Airport List Now Shows Glide Accessibility The nearest airport list now indicates which airports are estimated to be within glide distance by displaying a green check mark indication next to the airport identifier. If the pilot's criteria for nearest airports would have excluded an airport that is estimated to be within glide range, the system will automatically add these airports back to the nearest airport list and display the glide check, while also highlighting the runway length and surface type with a white box if these figures do not meet the previous nearest airport criteria set by the pilot. Please note that dealer configuration of Glide Ratio, Best Glide Speed, Wing Area, and Max Gross Weight — based upon Pilot Operating Handbook (POH) and Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) — is required for pilots to take advantage of the glide range ring, best glide airport indicator and Nearest Airport List with Glide Check. Refer to Master Drawing List GTN 6XX/7XX AML STC, 005-00533-C0 Rev. 28 for more information.
Remote Radio Control / New Radios Page When dual GTN Xi navigators are installed, pilots can now remotely control and tune the radio frequencies on both units from a single GTN Xi navigator. Pilots can control both the Comm and Nav radio tuning in addition to volume level, which is an especially useful function for quick radio tuning in a busy flight environment or for tandem cockpit installations. Additionally, pilots can cycle through radios of both GTN Xi navigators by pressing the dual concentric knob on just one GTN Xi. A new radios page displays all Comm and Nav frequencies (active and standby) of both units, as well as volume levels. The radios page can be accessed from the frequency keypad page or as a preset user field button. From this page, pilots can easily flip the respective active and standby frequencies for each radio. Also new, pilots can load a frequency to either GTN Xi from the applicable airport search tab or on the waypoint information pages.
Quicker Page Navigation with Dual Concentric Knob Similar to other Garmin navigators, the dual concentric knob can now enable quicker access to select pages. The outer knob now allows the pilot to intuitively cycle between pages on their GTN Xi, while the inner knob can now support functionality related to the current page being displayed, such as scrolling through lists or zooming in and out on maps. A new locator bar works in conjunction with the outer knob and indicates the current page while also displaying which page is next. Pilots can allocate and customize up to 9 pages to be controlled by the outer knob including Map, Nav, Flight Plan, Traffic, Weather, Fuel Planning, and more.
Additional GTN Xi Series Improvements Additional features of the latest GTN Xi update include:
& New user fields such as the ability to display Flight ID, a radios page shortcut, the current time (including seconds), distance and bearing from a selected waypoint, and current position based in latitude and longitude;
& Database sync with Garmin GPS 175, GNC® 355, and GNX™ 375;
& Ability to select a default page to display on startup; & Shortcut to view charts after tapping on airport, departure, arrival or approach from the flight plan page;
& Option to inhibit terrain alert pop-ups and mute traffic alert pop-ups. New software for the original GTN series is also expected to be available shortly. This update primarily includes support tosync databases with GPS 175, GNX 375, GNC 355 navigators. These software upgrades are supported by the award-winning Garmin aviation support team, which provides worldwide technical and warranty support.
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GI 275 Receives EASA Approval Approved for installation into more than a 1,000 EASA reg aircraft Garmin is pleased to announce that the popular GI 275 has now received EASA approval. The GI 275 is a powerful electronic flight instrument that directly replaces legacy primary flight instruments in the cockpit. GI 275 is suitable as a direct replacement for a variety of instruments, including an attitude indicator, attitude directional indicator (ADI), course deviation indicator (CDI), horizontal situation indicator (HSI), multi-function display (MFD) and engine indication system (EIS). This EASA STC is evidence of the commitment Garmin is making towards certification and easing the burden for our dealers. This validation does however include some new limitations which are not previously included by the FAA STC. Garmin is now formalizing a response to EASA to seek a removal of these limitations and will aim to re-issue a revision to this STC once these conditions are removed. Please always review the latest STC revision & associated service bulletins for clarification, however for reference. The new current limitations are as follows: 1. The aircraft's magnetic compass must be retained for all GI 275 installations. 2. When installing the GI-275 both as both primary and standby ADI (at least two GI-275 units are installed) and the standby instrument is required by operational rules, EU registered aircraft still require the retention of an existing attitude indicator or turn and bank indicator.
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3. When installing the GI-275 as primary ADI, at least one external approved GNSS sensor source must to be connected to the GI-275, for VFR night and IFR operations. Capable of serving as a 4-in-1 flight instrument with attitude, airspeed, altitude and heading information, GI 275 can also be installed as a standby to a number of glass flight displays and is available with a 60-minute back-up battery. Lightweight and compact, the GI 275 is intentionally designed to take advantage of the common 3.125-inch flight instrument size, reducing installation time and preserving the existing aircraft panel. It's also compatible with a variety of third-party autopilots and does not require a separate interface adapter, further reducing installation labor. GI 275 has received both Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and now EASA approval and is available immediately for installation in more than 1,000 singleengine and multi-engine aircraft models. Several variants of GI 275 are available to meet the needs of more than 1,000 business and general aviation aircraft models. The GI 275 Base variant can be utilized as a dedicated EIS or CDI/MFD with features such as traffic2, weather2, terrain, SafeTaxi® airport diagrams, and more. The GI 275 ADAHRS variant includes a built-in ADAHRS and backup battery, making
it capable for use as a dedicated 3-in-1 flight instrument with attitude, airspeed and altitude. When connected with an optional magnetometer, this variant can serve as a dedicated HSI or 4-in-1 flight instrument with attitude, airspeed, altitude and heading information. This variant is also compatible with
the GFC™ 500 & GFC™ 600 autopilot and can replace the primary attitude indicator installed with these autopilots. The GI 275 ADAHRS+AP variant is also available, which carries the capabilities of the ADAHRS variant and adds the ability to interface with many popular legacy and 3rd party autopilots.
Variants of the GI 275 available Base
ADAHRS
ADAHRS + AP
! Display Only
! Built-in ADAHRS
! Built-in ADAHRS
! Typically used as: + MFD + EIS + CDI
! Typically used as: + Attitude Indicator + HSI
! Typically used as: + Attitude Indicator + HSI
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Backup Battery Optional
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GFC 500 & 600 Compatible
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3rd-Party Autopilot Interface
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Backup Battery Included
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Backup Battery Included
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