1. Boeing faces challenges like heavy debt and labor strikes, but has a $500B backlog of planes ensuring demand. 2. If Boeing stabilizes production, it could see significant growth by 2026. 3. The stock remains volatile and risky for conservative investors.
Recent #Aerospace news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute are developing a method for inline quality assurance of 3D-printed parts, crucial for high-safety critical applications like aviation. ➁ The method involves non-destructive testing using a 6-axis industrial robot, capable of testing each printed component without damage. ➂ The initial results are promising, with all desired measurement points accessible and the quality of the measurements being very good, with deviations in the single-digit percentage range.
1. SpaceX investigated a critical failure in a Falcon 9 rocket leading to a Rapid Unscheduled Disassembly (RUD).; 2. The failure was caused by a liquid oxygen leak due to a cracked sense line.; 3. SpaceX has implemented changes including removing the failed sense line and sensor, and has worked with the FAA to ensure safety.
1. Magnix has developed a series of batteries for electric aviation, with the first product, Samson300, achieving an energy density of 300Wh/kg. 2. The battery claims a cycle life of over 1,000 full-depth discharge cycles and includes patented safety technologies. 3. Magnix CEO Reed Macdonald anticipates future developments with an energy density of 400Wh/kg or more.
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