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Use of isoperformance, constraint programming, and mixed integer linear programing for architecture tradespace exploration of passive Optical Earth Observation Systems
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
This thesis presents work performed during the course of an internship at An Aerospace Company (AAC) and research performed at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Lincoln Laboratory as part of a fellowship. Both ...
A framework for safe system design in space launch vehicles
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
A hazard analysis for the test firing of NASA's Space Launch System core stage is performed using a systems-based alternative to the traditional reliability-based method. The method used, Systems-Theoretic Process Analysis ...
Airline operating cost reduction through enhanced engine health analytics
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
Engine Health Management (EHM) is a comprehensive maintenance service offered by engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney (PW) to its airline customers. In its current form, engine performance is monitored through recorded ...
A multi-axis approach to complexity management
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
A high degree of complexity exists in the product, processes, organization and supply chain at HIGHVOLT Prüftechnik GmbH, subsidiary of Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen. The current state complexity results from unique market ...
Analysis of urban air transportation operational constraints and customer value attributes
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
Urban Air Mobility (UAM) is a concept that proposes to provide short-range transportation solutions that enable customers to travel point-to-point more quickly than they can today using cars or public transportation. The ...
Value chain concept for power electronics based products
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
Integration of renewable energy, general decentralization of generating power and a high degree of automation may trigger a technological change in grid infrastructure, away from electromechanical products and towards more ...