The Aircraft Operations Lab at UC3M Aerospace Engineering department celebrated a year of achievements, growth, and impactful contributions to aerospace innovation and education. Simulator Setup and High-Profile Visits The year began with the successful setup of our Boeing 737 simulator, enhancing hands-on training for students in the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs. This milestone was markedContinue reading “Highlights from the Aircraft Operations Lab UC3M in 2024”
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E-CONTRAIL at the European Researchers’ Night 2024
In the framework of the fifteenth edition of the European Researchers’ Night, the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, as part of its program of science outreach activities, once again offered a theater and science activity aimed at secondary school students and the general public. But this year, the focus was on artificial intelligence. AI, aircraftContinue reading “E-CONTRAIL at the European Researchers’ Night 2024”
Exploring the Climate Impact of Aviation with Elementary School Students from PEAC West Madrid
This month, the UC3M hosted an engaging outreach event aimed at illustrating the significant role aviation plays in climate change and highlighting the ongoing efforts in research to address this issue. The event took place on April 6th at the UC3M Auditorium and EPS in Leganés Campus, featuring a combination of theatrical presentations, informative talks,Continue reading “Exploring the Climate Impact of Aviation with Elementary School Students from PEAC West Madrid”
EPFL Control Seminar Series: Flight Path to Sustainability
On Friday, April 26, Aircraft Operations Lab UC3M travelled to Lausanne, Switzerland to deliver an interesting talk by prof. Manuel Soler at EPFL University’s Control Seminar Series. Our discussion focused on the vital topic of sustainable aviation, exploring innovative strategies and advancements in the field. Day 26.04.2024 Time 11:00 – 12:00 h Title: “Flight PathContinue reading “EPFL Control Seminar Series: Flight Path to Sustainability”
Education Week: How do aircraft contrails affect climate change?
On the occasion of Education Week, the Aircraft Operations Lab UC3M participated in the science fair “Madrid es Ciencia” 2024, which took place at IFEMA. There, we showed children and teenagers the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in R&D and its potential to help mitigate the climate impact of aviation. How do aircraft contrails affectContinue reading “Education Week: How do aircraft contrails affect climate change?”