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Development of a New Fleet Concept for HEMS OperationsF-0081-2025-03175/20/2025
The subject of this paper is the conceptual development of two new configurations for HEMS Operations as a new fleet concept for the European theater. Previous studies showed an increase of the required flight range for an emergency patient transport. But in conjunction with an average share of less than 30% of the flights actually with the patient. In the most rescue missions an emergency physician is transported to the scene, the patients further transport is conducted on-road by an ambulance. Considering an improved flight performance, the first DLR design study revealed a growth of the maximum take-off mass of the primary rescue helicopter of 32%. That makes the rescue helicopter inefficient for the transport of only the emergency physician. Consequently, if an ambulance is already at the scene, an emergency doctor shuttle is the sensible approach. The requirements for such a configuration are developed from a feasibility study lead by the ADAC Air Rescue (ADAC Luftrettung
Weiand, Peter, Atci, Kagan, Schwinn, Dominik, Becker, Richard, Reimer, Fabian, Dias Fernandes, Caio, Schneider, Oliver, Herzig, Jessica, Lindlar, Markus, Inac, Hilal, Cornelje, Sebastian, Mainz, Henning, Winkler, Line, de Graaf, Stefanie
Flashing Emergency Lights: Influence of Intensity, Flash Rate and Synchronization on Driver Visibility, Comfort and Confidence2022-01-09673/29/2022
Flashing emergency lights are critical elements of public safety and traffic control during roadway incidents. These lights should not only alert drivers to the presence of hazards, but also should inform them of who and what is present on the scene, and should manage the responses of drivers as they navigate past the incident. First responder and driver safety depends upon all three of these functions. A full-scale outdoor field study was carried out during daytime, during nighttime on dry pavement and during nighttime on wet pavement, using a mock-up scene consisting of three police vehicles parked adjacent to each other. The lights on the vehicles were adjusted to produce different levels of intensity, flash rate, and synchronization of lights across all three vehicles. Upon viewing each combination of these factors, observers in stationary vehicles were asked to identify the location of a silhouette of a police officer randomly placed within the scene and to rate the conspicuity of
Bullough, John D., Miller, Bradley D., Baker, Douglas V., Rea, Mark S.
Safety Considerations of Carry-On Baggage Relating to the Emergency Evacuation of Transport Category AircraftARP4072A (Current)5/20/2021
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) provides information and recommended guidelines for handling carry-on baggage prior to emergencies and during the emergency evacuation of transport category aircraft. Recommendations are provided on limiting the size, amount, and weight of carry-on baggage brought into the cabin, improved stowage of carry-on baggage to minimize hazards to passengers in flight and during emergency evacuations, and procedures to ensure carry-on baggage is not removed during an emergency evacuation.
S-9B Cabin Interiors and Furnishings Committee
5 Ws of the SoundWatchTBMG-383471/1/2021
Deaf and hard-of-hearing people can use SoundWatch to experience sounds that require an action, such as a beeping microwave or ambulance siren, or to enhance experiences such as hearing a bird chirp or a waterfall sound.
When Every Second Counts … Important Considerations for Respiratory Ventilator DesignTBMG-375929/1/2020
Today, more than ever before, “never fail” operation of emergency and critical care equipment is a need, not an option. Devices such as ventilators provide life-maintaining oxygen, and the recent pandemic has increased demand for these devices. Ventilators are mission-critical to sustaining life and require a robust design to ensure they maintain the necessary up-time for patient care.
Aircraft Ground Deicing/Anti-Icing Training and Qualification ProgramAS6286B-TEST-REC (Historical)6/11/2020
This document establishes the minimum training and qualification requirements for ground-based aircraft deicing/anti-icing methods and procedures. All guidelines referred to herein are applicable only in conjunction with the applicable documents. Due to aerodynamic and other concerns, the application of deicing/anti-icing fluids shall be carried out in compliance with engine and aircraft manufacturers’ recommendations. The scope of training should be adjusted according to local demands. There are a wide variety of winter seasons and differences of the involvement between deicing operators, and therefore the level and length of training should be adjusted accordingly. However, the minimum level of training shall be covered in all cases. As a rule of thumb, the amount of time spent in practical training should equal or exceed the amount of time spent in classroom training.
G-12T Training and Quality Programs Committee
Quantifying Engine Braking for Various Common Street Motorcycles2020-01-08804/14/2020
Motorcycle engine braking was measured in each forward gear for a cross-section of typical street motorcycles. Using GPS data acquisition and video, deceleration relative to speed was examined. Motorcycle characteristics included various engine displacements and types of motorcycle. The data acquired will give more insight into the extent which engine braking is a factor for deceleration, a topic which has not been addressed in a peer-reviewed journal article to this date.
Jansen, Henricus, LeBlanc, Beau, Wilhelm, Christopher, Shaw, Tyler, Lowi, Alvin
The Mind of Argo AI20AVEP03_033/1/2020
Co-founder and CEO Bryan Salesky brings a realistic approach to the self-driving technology “mission.” Creating technology solutions that work well in one area but don't scale out is a traditional problem in the robotics field. It's a particular challenge for engineers developing self-driving vehicles, acknowledged Bryan Salesky, the CEO and co-founder of Argo AI. The Pittsburgh-based company is a leader in SAE Level 4 systems development, partnering with Ford and Volkswagen to put autonomous people-movers and delivery vehicles into revenue-generating road use in the next few years. Ford plans to deploy its first units in three U.S. cities in late 2021. “It's no small task,” Salesky asserted. “We're on a mission to make roads safer at the end of the day, and to give people options as to how they get around” with greater convenience and affordability. But such inflection points “don't just roll out overnight-it's going to be gradual deployments in cities that can support the platform
Brooke, Lindsay
New Solution to Elderly Falls: Drones, Smartphones and SensorsTBMG-361543/1/2020
A new system has been designed by a team of researchers from Iraq and the University of South Australia to remotely monitor elderly people, detecting abnormalities in their heart rate and temperature that can lead to falls, and provide urgent first aid via a drone if a fall occurs.
Flight Deck Interior Doors for Transport AircraftARP4101/8A (Current)2/18/2020
This document recommends criteria for standardizing flight deck interior doors and their operation to optimize their use under normal and emergency conditions.
S-7 Flight Deck Handling Qualities Stds for Trans Aircraft
Autonomous Vehicles Scenario Testing Framework and Model of Computation12-02-04-001512/18/2019
Autonomous Vehicle (AV) technology has the potential to fundamentally transform the automotive industry, reorient transportation infrastructure, and significantly impact the energy sector. Rapid progress is being made in the core artificial intelligence engines that form the basis of AV technology. However, without a quantum leap in testing and verification, the full capabilities of AV technology will not be realized. Critical issues include finding and testing complex functional scenarios, verifying that sensor and object recognition systems accurately detect the external environment independent of weather conditions, and building a regulatory regime that enables accumulative learning. The significant contribution of this article is to outline a novel methodology for solving these issues by using the Florida Poly AV Verification Framework (FLPolyVF).
Alnaser, Ala Jamil, Akbas, Mustafa Ilhan, Sargolzaei, Arman, Razdan, Rahul
Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) Performance Requirements for V2V Safety Awareness™ ASN FileJ2945/2A_201907 (Current)7/1/2019
This Abstract Syntax Notation (ASN.1) File is the precise source code used for SAE International Standard J2945/2. As part of an international treaty, all US ITS standards are expressed in "ASN.1 syntax". ASN.1 Syntax is used to define the messages or "ASN specifications". Using the ASN.1 specification, a compiler tool produces the ASN library which will then be used to produce encodings (The J2945/2 message set uses UPER encoding). The library is a set of many separate files that collectively implement the encoding and decoding of the standard. The library is then used by any application (along with the additional logic of that application) to manage the messages. The chosen ASN tool is used to produce a new copy of the library when changes are made, and it is then linked to the final application being developed. The ASN library manages many of the details associated with ASN syntax, allowing for subtle manipulation to make the best advantage of the encoding style. This SAE Document
V2X Vehicular Applications Technical Committee
Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) Performance Requirements for V2V Safety Awareness™ SetJ2945/2S_201907 (Current)7/1/2019
This Abstract Syntax Notation (ASN.1) File is the precise source code used for SAE International Standard J2945/2. As part of an international treaty, all US ITS standards are expressed in "ASN.1 syntax". ASN.1 Syntax is used to define the messages or "ASN specifications". Using the ASN.1 specification, a compiler tool produces the ASN library which will then be used to produce encodings (The J2945/2 message set uses UPER encoding). The library is a set of many separate files that collectively implement the encoding and decoding of the standard. The library is then used by any application (along with the additional logic of that application) to manage the messages. The chosen ASN tool is used to produce a new copy of the library when changes are made, and it is then linked to the final application being developed. The ASN library manages many of the details associated with ASN syntax, allowing for subtle manipulation to make the best advantage of the encoding style. This SAE Document
V2X Vehicular Applications Technical Committee
Aircraft Ground Deicing/Anti-Icing Training and Qualification ProgramAS6286A (Historical)6/26/2019
This document establishes the minimum training and qualification requirements for ground-based aircraft deicing/anti-icing methods and procedures. All guidelines referred to herein are applicable only in conjunction with the applicable documents. Due to aerodynamic and other concerns, the application of deicing/anti-icing fluids shall be carried out in compliance with engine and aircraft manufacturers’ recommendations. The scope of training should be adjusted according to local demands. There are a wide variety of winter seasons and differences of the involvement between deicing operators, and therefore the level and length of training should be adjusted accordingly. However, the minimum level of training shall be covered in all cases. As a rule of thumb, the amount of time spent in practical training should equal or exceed the amount of time spent in classroom training.
G-12T Training and Quality Programs Committee
RDS Phrase ListsJ2540/1_201906 (Current)6/11/2019
This SAE Standard provides a table of textual messages meeting the requirements for expressing “Radio Data Systems” (RDS) phrases commonly used in the ITS industry. They can be used both over the RDS subcarrier transmission media as part of a 37-bit long “Group 8a message” as well as being used to provide a common content list of phrases used in a wide number of other media and applications. This document SHALL define the normative index values to be used, extending the CEN established list to provide phrases needed by US practitioners. This standard provides non-normative textual phrases which MAY be used by implementers to ensure intelligible results. This document SHALL follow the formats and rules established in SAE J2540 in the expressions, manipulations, and use of such tables. It should be pointed out that within the rules established by this document a variety of final table are all considered “compliant” with the document, and may vary as fits the needs of implementers.
V2X Core Technical Committee
Vision-Based Techniques for Identifying Emergency Vehicles2019-01-08894/2/2019
This paper discusses different computer vision techniques investigated by the authors for identifying Emergency Vehicles (EV). Two independent EV identification frameworks were investigated: (1) A one-stage framework where an object detection algorithm is trained on a custom dataset to detect EVs, (2) A two-stage framework where an object classification algorithm is implemented in series with an object detection pipeline to classify vehicles into EVs and non-EVs. A comparative study is conducted for different multi-spectral feature vectors of the image, against several classification models implemented in framework 2. Additionally, a user-defined feature vector is defined and its performance is compared against the other feature vectors. Classification outputs from each of the frameworks are compared to the ground truth, and results are quantitatively listed to conclude upon the ideal decision rule. As maintaining the speed of data output is the priority throughout our development, a
Nayak, Abhishek, Gopalswamy, Swaminathan, Rathinam, Sivakumar
Transforming ZF19AUTP04_014/1/2019
The Tier 1 giant re-gears for the new-mobility zukunft by adopting a new way to drive technology innovation. It still makes transmissions, too. “We are looking for a new colleague in the Digitalization department,” announced the job opening posted online February 28, 2019. The position: Artificial Intelligence Engineer. If hired, your responsibilities will include “designing and implementing AI algorithms in a big data environment, and developing new methods to improve production processes and products such as Hybrid Transmissions.” You'll collaborate to develop competency for data analytics and coordinate an agile AI team.
Brooke, Lindsay
Crew Rest FacilitiesARP4101/3A (Current)4/1/2019
This document recommends criteria for the design and installation of flight crew rest facilities (FCRF) on transport category aircraft when operations with an augmented flight crew are performed. NOTE: Within this ARP, the term “must” will indicate items required for compliance with outside known government regulations, especially 14 CFR Part 117. “Shall” describes sections which are required if this ARP is used as a means of compliance. The term “should” will indicate optional requirements, preferences, and recommendations of the approving SAE committee. Wherever noted and bracketed as [FAA] or [EASA], this document includes agency regulations for reference that are not otherwise evaluated herein.
S-7 Flight Deck Handling Qualities Stds for Trans Aircraft
Survival Kit - Life Rafts and Slide/RaftsARP1282B (Current)3/5/2019
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) applies to survival kits to be carried with life rafts or slide/rafts on transport category airplanes flying extended over-water routes and equipped with approved satellite alerting devices (e.g., 406 MHz Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT)), available for deployment after an emergency landing.
S-9A Safety Equipment and Survival Systems Committee
NASA at 60: From Space to EarthTBMG-3311010/1/2018
The benefits of NASA's space exploration efforts are not limited to the cosmos. NASA technologies provide innovative solutions for people around the world. NASA missions have generated thousands of spinoffs — commercialized products we use every day. On the following pages, we highight just some of the many innovations that had their origins in NASA programs.
Direct-Current Detector for Emergency Responder SafetyTBMG-328639/1/2018
The Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory has developed a direct-current detector technology to help emergency responders safely detect high voltages, which they have licensed to North Carolina-based Hotstick USA.
The Placement of Digitized Objects in a Point Cloud as a Photogrammetric Technique09-06-02-00078/8/2018
The frequency of video-capturing collision events from surveillance systems are increasing in reconstruction analyses. The video that has been provided to the investigator may not always include a clear perspective of the relevant area of interest. For example, surveillance video of an incident may have captured a pre- or post-incident perspective that, while failing to capture the precise moment when the pedestrian was struck by a vehicle, still contains valuable information that can be used to assist in reconstructing the incident. When surveillance video is received, a quick and efficient technique to place the subject object or objects into a three-dimensional environment with a known rate of error would add value to the investigation. In addition, once the objects have been placed into the three-dimensional environment, the investigator would then be able to observe the physical evidence and environment from any perspective, including viewing and measuring what cannot be seen in
Harrington, Shawn, Lebak, Gabriel
Rationale for Replacement of Pyrotechnic Signaling Devices in Survival Kits on Transport Category Aircraft Life Rafts and Slide-RaftsAIR5690A (Current)6/11/2018
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) identifies the risks and dangers associated with the carriage and use of pyrotechnic signaling devices in transport category aircraft life rafts and slide/rafts, and provides a rationale for allowing the use of alternative non-pyrotechnic devices authorized by FAA/TSO-C168. These devices offer an equivalent level of safety while eliminating flight safety risks, enhancing survivability of aircraft ditching survivors, reducing costs, eliminating dangerous goods transportation and handling issues, and reducing environmental impact of dangerous goods disposal.
S-9A Safety Equipment and Survival Systems Committee
Impact of Aeromedical Evacuation Air Mobility Operations on Autonomous SystemsF-0074-2018-128455/14/2018
ABSTRACT Over the past few years, there has been a growing interest by military services to reduce the risks to aircraft and crew during extraction of wounded soldiers. As recently as this year, the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRMC) is examining initiatives for a next generation trauma care capability centered on autonomous, unmanned, and robotic solutions. While the ultimate goal of trauma care autonomy is to sustain life, the need still exists to extract wounded soldiers via VTOL aircraft. While estimates vary, Air Mobility Command Aeromedical Evacuation (AE) forces support approximately 20,000 combined fixed and rotary wing airlift movements annually. During Vietnam, AE was responsible for transporting 108,000 wounded soldiers from a combat zone to medical facilities. Intra-facility transport accounted for an additional 280,000 troop transports. Last year in the United States, civilian Helicopter Air Ambulance Operations (HAAO) account for the transport of
Stanzione, Kaydon, Ruff, Richard, Schrage, Daniel
Critical Cooling in Medical Devices – Part 1TBMG-283512/1/2018
THE NAVIGATOR18AUTP01_081/1/2018
Cooking up the perfect automated-driving system Ask any group of chefs how to prepare a particular recipe and you'll find general agreement about the list of basic ingredients. However, between that list and the finished product are endless variations of process and proportions. Consider the humble cup of coffee. In its most basic form, it consists of roasted-and-ground beans to which water is added to create a dark brown caffeinated liquid. Then come the various bean origins (Colombian, Hawaiian, Ethiopian, etc.) and the variety of preparation: drip, percolators, espresso, press pots, cold brew and the latest fad, pour overs. The mind-boggling array of fancy coffee drinks on your local café's menu board shows there is clearly no consensus for making a cup of joe.
Abuelsamid, Sam
Emergency, Instruction and Information Placards – Internal and ExternalARP577E (Historical)2/2/2017
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) specifies criteria for the design, development, standardization, and comprehension testing of placards containing pictures, drawings, symbols, and/or written instructions for locating and operating aircraft emergency equipment. This ARP also provides guidance in the selection and implementation of warning placards intended to instruct occupants inside, and rescue personnel outside, the aircraft.
S-9B Cabin Interiors and Furnishings Committee
Demonstration Emergency EquipmentARP6239 (Historical)1/4/2017
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) recommends the design and features of aircraft demonstration emergency equipment for use in passenger safety briefings.
S-9A Safety Equipment and Survival Systems Committee
EquipmentAS6286/2 (Historical)11/22/2016
This document shall be used in conjunction with: - AS6286, Training and Qualification Program for Deicing/Anti-icing of Aircraft on the Ground - AS6286/1, Methods - AS6286/3, Fluids - AS6286/4, Weather - AS6286/5, Health, Safety and First Aid - AS6286/6, Aircraft Deicing/Anti-icing Diagrams, No-Spray-Zones
G-12T Training and Quality Programs Committee
Google talks self-driving vehicle development16AUTP06_086/1/2016
As automakers add advanced driver-assist systems to conventional passenger vehicles, they are developing one path to the fully autonomous vehicle-but not the only one. So, the inevitable question: When will fully self-driving cars arrive and what will they be like? Google, with years of experience in this area, has predicted as early as 2020. Work underway was described by the project's CEO, John Krafcik, who spoke at the recent J.D. Power/NADA/NY Auto Show forum.
Weissler, Paul
Pilot Training Recommendations for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Civil OperationsARP5707 (Current)4/3/2016
This document provides an approach to the development of training topics for pilots of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for use by operators, manufacturers, and regulators. The identification of training topics is based initially on Practical Test Standard (PTS) topics for manned aircraft pilots. The topics identified could be used for the construction of a PTS for UAS commercial pilot operations and a PTS for a UAS pilot instrument rating. The UAS commercial pilot rating would contain restrictions on the types of operations that could be flown that would be dependent on the type of UAS used. The UAS type would also influence the specific training topics that would be covered. This document is not intended to outline the requirements for other crewmembers, such as observers, payload operators, or ground personnel, nor does it distinguish between different levels of pilot authority or discuss the roles for pilot-in-command, supplemental pilot, or observer. The recommendations outlined in
G-10U Unmanned Aerospace Vehicle Committee
Emergency Evacuation IlluminationARP503G (Current)12/4/2015
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) provides criteria for design and location of power supplies, controls, light fixtures, and associated equipment which are used to provide emergency illumination in transport aircraft, designed to comply with 14 CFR part 25 (Reference 1) for operation under 14 CFR part 91 (Reference 11) and 14 CFR part 121 (Reference 2), and also in compliance with FAA Advisory Circulars AC25.812-1A (Reference 3) and AC25.812-2 (Reference 10). It is not the purpose of an ARP to specify design methods to be followed in the accomplishment of the stated objectives.
A-20C Interior Lighting
Tracking the trends in commercial vehicle communications15OFHP12_0312/1/2015
Industry insiders at Molex offer what they think the future may hold for heavy-duty components in 24/7 communications systems. Seasoned operators of commercial vehicles will say they can sense how their vehicles are performing based on the sounds and vibrations the vehicles produce. Today, the latest commercial vehicles can do that on their own via sophisticated communications systems that monitor performance, position the vehicle, schedule needed maintenance, communicate with accessory equipment, and even help drive the vehicle, among other functions. These communications systems require myriad electronic components. In this article, Molex examines some of the communications component trends it anticipates for commercial vehicles in 2016, including challenges to implementing 24/7 communications, interaction with other communications systems, and changes in standards.
Training Program Guidelines for Deicing/Anti-Icing of Aircraft on GroundARP5149BDA (Historical)8/5/2014
This document establishes the minimum criteria for effective training of air carrier and contractor personnel to deice/anti-ice aircraft to ensure the safe operation of aircraft during ground icing conditions. Appendix D specifies guidelines for particular airplane models.
G-12T Training and Quality Programs Committee
Training Program Guidelines for Deicing/Anti-Icing of Aircraft on GroundARP5149BDA-TEST-REC (Historical)8/5/2014
This document establishes the minimum criteria for effective training of air carrier and contractor personnel to deice/anti-ice aircraft to ensure the safe operation of aircraft during ground icing conditions. Appendix D specifies guidelines for particular airplane models.
G-12T Training and Quality Programs Committee
Harnessing the Power of NASA TechnologyTBMG-193614/1/2014
Have you ever felt nauseous reading a book in the back seat of a car? Did you ever wake up from a deep sleep feeling disoriented? Momentary incidents like these happen when the sensory systems that track the body’s orientation in space become confused.
LED Illumination in Simulation and TrainingTBMG-194643/1/2014
Since its inception, projection has been the dominant technology for displaying large, high-resolution images. Over the years, projectors have evolved to keep pace with advances in computer graphics and video sources, following the trends toward ever higher resolutions and ever larger screens.
Training Program Guidelines for Deicing/Anti-Icing of Aircraft on GroundARP5149B (Historical)11/6/2013
This document establishes the minimum criteria for effective training of air carrier and contractor personnel to deice/anti-ice aircraft to ensure the safe operation of aircraft during ground icing conditions. Appendix D specifies guidelines for particular airplane models.
G-12T Training and Quality Programs Committee
Intelligent Predictive Cruise Control Application Analysis for Commercial Vehicles based on a Commercial Vehicles Usage Study2013-01-902210/20/2013
With the introduction of advanced digital road maps, which include information on the slope and curve radius of the highways, predictive control for standard and hybrid commercial vehicles, based on these maps, is about to be released by the vehicle manufacturers. For example, intelligent predictive cruise control has been announced for introduction in 2012 by Scania and Daimler. In addition, hybrid commercial city buses like MAN's Lion's City Hybrid have already been implemented. But the question remains about the type of vehicle suitable for the implementation of predictive intelligent concepts, due to the high investment cost compared to the sometimes relatively low operating cost savings. This study analyses usage and performance data collected from approximately 20,000 commercial vehicles, which include long distance trucks, distribution trucks, city buses and coaches, in order to answer the question which vehicle types should be equipped with intelligent predictive cruise control
Kock, Peter, Ordys, Andrzej, Collier, Gordana, Weller, Ralf
Aircraft Crash AxesAIR5401A (Current)9/19/2013
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) provides information demonstrating the need for establishing design and performance standards for aircraft crash axes.
S-9A Safety Equipment and Survival Systems Committee
Stowage of Flight Crew's Survival Emergency and Miscellaneous EquipmentARP4101/6A (Current)7/18/2013
This document recommends general specifications for the location, accessibility and restraint for those items of survival, emergency, and miscellaneous equipment which are intended to be used by the flight crew, and which are stowed on or near the flight deck.
S-7 Flight Deck Handling Qualities Stds for Trans Aircraft
Molex13OFHD0613_026/13/2013
Autonomous equipment positioned to be next disruptive technology Designed to be faster and more agile than an operator relying on his five senses, unmanned vehicles and equipment are quickly gaining traction in the military, agricultural, and commercial sectors. Design engineers are tasked with developing and specifying the right blend of technologies to most effectively do so. Leveraging the mechatronic equivalents of vision, hearing, smell, taste, and touch, autonomous vehicles basically mimic the complex network of physiological sensory input and responses a trained driver, operator, or pilot displays when manning a vehicle.
Prescott, Dan
Commercial Vehicle Skid Distance Testing and Analysis2013-01-07714/8/2013
Between June 2000 and September 2008 the University of North Florida, Institute of Police Technology and Management (UNF, IPTM) performed over 200 deceleration tests on over 70 commercial vehicles in a variety of configurations including various vehicle types, load conditions, and tests with and without the ABS system activated. The vehicle types tested were tractor w/van type trailer, tractor only (bobtail), straight box/service trucks, dump trucks, fire trucks, concrete mixing trucks, double trailers, articulated tankers, school and metro buses and articulated flatbeds. Vehicles were instrumented to record selected system performance parameters such as brake canister pressure rise, vehicle speed, position at brake pedal application, vehicle acceleration, etc. This paper reviews and summarizes the stopping distance data from these tests and provides insight into commercial vehicle stopping distance, drag factor for all of the tested vehicles and configurations. It will also look at
Bedsworth, Kevin, Butler, Robert, Rogers, Gary, Breen, Kevin, Fischer, William
High-Pressure Systems Suppress Fires in SecondsTBMG-162564/1/2013
Orbital Technologies Corp. (ORBITEC) of Madison, WI, has been a longtime NASA partner, working with the Agency on numerous projects, many through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. ORBITEC collaborated with Marshall Space Flight Center to develop products such as a cool-wall vortex combustion chamber that represents a new method of rocket engine design. By feeding liquid or gas oxidizer into the combustion chamber in a manner that generates a swirling vortex flow, the design confines the mixing and burning of the propellant to the core of the chamber, keeping the walls free from volatile thermal stresses. ORBITEC applied this innovation to an advanced vortex hybrid rocket engine that combines solid and liquid fuel to power a low-cost, highly reliable, and versatile propulsion option.
Crew Rest Container for Main Deck or Lower DeckARP4769B (Current)1/3/2013
This document provides information about regulations and gives recommendation for the design of ULD - type main deck and lower deck mobile crew rest containers to be transported in aircraft equipped with a Class II restraint system as defined by NAS 3610.
AGE-2 Air Cargo
Washington - California Low-Emission Motor Vehicle StandardsRS-BNA-DEC_12_0912/19/2012
Final rule of the Department of Ecology amends regulations under WAC 173-423-010 through -120 (nonconsecutive) to incorporate by reference revisions to the California clean car regulations to maintain consistency with the California motor vehicle emission standards and compliance with federal law. The rule addresses the option for manufacturers to use new federal motor vehicle greenhouse gas standards to show compliance with California's greenhouse gas limits, includes the option for manufacturers to show how they meet greenhouse gas limits across multiple states in lieu of state-by-state compliance, and updates onboard diagnostic system requirements for diesel engines. The rule also eliminates reporting requirements for emission-related equipment and required corrective action repealed by California in 2008, clarifies the emergency vehicle exemption, and updates vehicle labeling requirements. The rule is effective Dec. 29, 2012. Contact: Neill Caudill; Department of Ecology; (360-407
Installation and Stowage Provisions for Emergency Equipment in the Transport Aircraft Passenger CabinARP997D (Current)8/30/2012
The recommendations cover stowage of all portable cabin emergency equipment, including: a Oxygen bottles/units b Oxygen masks c Fire extinguishers d Protective breathing equipment (PBE) e First aid kits f Emergency/expanded medical kits and pouches g Megaphones h Flashlights i Life rafts j Survival kits k Life preservers l Flotation seat cushions m Emergency locator transmitters (ELT) n Automatic external defibrillators (AED) o Resuscitation/life support equipment
S-9B Cabin Interiors and Furnishings Committee
ER Doc, Sandia Engineer Join Forces to Develop Better Trauma ShearsTBMG-140947/1/2012
An Albuquerque physician teamed with a Sandia National Laboratories engineer to improve the design of doctors' trauma shears so emergency personnel can get to the injuries they need to treat more quickly. “Sometimes seconds count. This product will make a difference for the medical community,” said Mark Reece of Sandia’s Multiscale Metallurgical Science & Technology group. “It’s neat to see something come out of Sandia that will save lives.”
Federal - Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines/Emergency VehiclesRS-BNA-JUN_12_046/8/2012
Proposed rule of the EPA amends regulations under 40 CFR 85, 86, and 1039 to revise the heavy-duty diesel engine programs to allow engine manufacturers to request EPA approval of modifications to emissions control systems on new and in-use engines sold for use only in emergency vehicles. The rule is intended to enable emergency vehicles, such as dedicated ambulances and fire trucks, to perform mission-critical work without risk that abnormal conditions of the emissions control systems could lead to loss of power, speed, or torque. The rule also adds provisions specifying emission-related maintenance and scheduled maintenance intervals for replenishment of consumable chemical reductant in connection with all motor vehicles and nonroad compression-ignition engines that use selective catalytic reduction technologies. In addition, the rule provides short-term relief from emission control performance inducements for any nonroad compression-ignition engine powered vehicles operating in
Expanding the Use of Aerial DownlinksTBMG-139526/1/2012
Today, airborne downlinks are no longer limited to strategic command applications. More and more, first responders, fire departments, EMS personnel, and others are employing airborne downlinks to meet a diverse array of needs. Through the use of digital downlink technology, these systems are easier to use, eliminating the need for highly trained technical personnel to operate them. They also now have fullfeatured infrared cameras and secure digital COFDM transmitters, allowing users to share the video intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance information across multiple organizations and agencies.
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