About this Event
SAE Chicago Collins Aerospace Tour
Join us for a tour of the Collins Aerospace facility in Rockford, IL. The event will include a tour of plant 6 including the Collins Wall of History, assembly, production testing and the development testing areas. Along the way various subject matter experts will speak on a variety of technologies including the Ram Air Turbine (RAT), airplane power systems, wind tunnel testing, production and assembly methods and advanced propulsion systems for reduced aircraft emissions. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited and RSVP is required.
Note: This tour is restricted to U.S. persons as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Attendees must complete all required registration fields and participation is subject to approval by Collins Aerospace.
This event qualifies for one Professional Development Hour (PDH).
Agenda
🕑: 11:30 AM - 11:45 PM
Introductions and Networking
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Lunch & Technical Overview
Host: Dan Ezenekwe
Info: • Topic: Overview of Electric Power Systems Site/Products
🕑: 12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Tour of Electric Systems Assembly
Info: IDG - Integrated Drive Generator, the primary aircraft power source; RAT - RAM Air Turbine, the emergency power supply; Photobooth & RAT Auto Inspection; Fire Coat Cell - Coating Cell for IDGs
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:00 PM
Wind Tunnel
Info: RAT testing facility
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:15 PM
APSIF
Info: Airplane Power Systems Integration Facility, 787 aircraft lab
🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:30 PM
CASIL
Info: Common Aircraft System Integration Lab
🕑: 01:30 PM - 01:45 PM
The Grid
Info: Employee nickname for the Electric and Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Test Facility
🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:00 PM
Wrap Up, Q&A, & Networking
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
UTC Aerospace Systems, 4747 Harrison Avenue, Rockford, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 25.00
