 MI SATS, with the investments of expertise, products, and services from its members will deliver:
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Select automotive commercial off the shelf (COTS) technologies for demonstration.
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A demonstrable GA version of the Air Force’s JEMPERS technology thru Microsoft’s emerging server technology for telematics and internet connectivity during flight.
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Advanced auto manufacturing techniques that offer lower part costs.
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Fuselage and turbo - fan rotor advanced manufacturing technology demonstrators.
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Identification of FAA Certification issues for new manufacturing techniques.
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Research on accelerated and economical flight training models and evaluation of human factors issues related to new technology GA aircraft.
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Development of a SATS intermodal transportation model.
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Analysis of the commercial and public policy impact of SATS on the State of Michigan.
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Economical production system and supply chain models based on automotive principles as applied to General Aviation.
These deliverables will enable:
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Competitive market forces to take over and commercialize the technologies and services created in this program.
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Michigan SATS member companies to be positioned for leadership in a revitalized and commercially viable General Aviation industry.
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