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Computational intelligence company Altair (Troy, Mich., U.S.) and aerospace research institution National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University (WSU, Kan., U.S.) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to advance innovation across the aerospace and defense industries.

According to Pietro Cervellera, senior vice president of aerospace and defense at Altair, the partnership will enable new opportunities for bringing “cutting-edge technology to the industry. By combining our expertise, we’re helping companies and startups innovate faster, reduce costs and bring products to market more sustainably.” The partnership focuses on three main areas:

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Bringing digital twin technology to industry. Combining NIAR’s certification by analysis (CBA) methodologies with Altair’s simulation and data analytics tools, companies can design, test and optimize aircraft, drones and advanced air mobility vehicles faster and more efficiently, reducing the need for costly physical testing.

Supporting startups. Aerospace and defense startups working with NIAR and WSU will gain privileged access to Altair’s platforms and training to accelerate their product development, testing, certification and production processes.

Exploring new applications. The collaboration will explore how digital twins and Altair technology can support broader applications, including maintenance, additive manufacturing, robotics and defense systems.

“This agreement with Altair provides our students, researchers and clients with access to tools and expertise that will help accelerate development to support the next generation of aerospace technology and innovation,” says John Tomblin, WSU executive vice president for research and industry and defense programs and NIAR executive director.