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Keeping a safe distance for drones with the SymAware solution. As drone usage increases, our airspace is becoming increasingly busier. While drone pilots currently may use detect-and-avoid systems to prevent collisions, these systems don’t always facilitate the most efficient passing of other aircraft. NLR and the other projectpartners have developed a more effective solution as part of the Horizon Europe project SymAware. This innovative system provides drone pilots with a recommended route to maintain sufficient separation from other aircraft, enhancing safer skies for all.   Read the full story on our website: https://lnkd.in/eTzZGtYv About the SymAware project and the consortium: https://www.symaware.eu/

𝐍𝐋𝐑 𝐮𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥‑𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐯𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠   With our new high‑capacity vibration testing system, NLR can now test complete, full‑scale satellites for shock and vibration. The vibration test system, a TIRA 59412 model, is one of the most powerful of its kind. It allows us to replicate the tough conditions satellites face in operation and the intense shocks and vibrations experienced during launch. Its large test platform can accommodate satellites of up to one tonne, allowing entire systems to be qualified in a single campaign rather than testing components separately.   Want to know more about NLR’s newest addition to the Vibration and Shock Test Facility? Read more about it on our website: https://lnkd.in/eCxjhk3U 

This week, NLR hosted an enthusiastic group of professionals at the CompositesNL/Composites United Innovation Event 2026 in Marknesse. The event featured presentations from industry experts, including Henri de Vries and Joachim de Kruijk, who showcased how NLR supports the development of composites and automated composites manufacturing for challenging environments and applications. Key topics included thermoplastic composites, cryogenic hydrogen tanks, and applications for space launchers and sailing systems. Attendees also had the opportunity to tour NLR's composites and testing facilities, as well as Rondal, and engage in valuable networking. NLR R&D on composites and automated manufacturing: #composites #innovation #NLR

Join us at the "Zero Debris signature event" at the SmallSat Europe 2026 with ESA Space Safety, AVIO and SpaceLocker. 🔹 Charter Signature Ceremony 🗓 27 May | 🕓 16:00 | 📍 NLR Booth 566 - RAI, Amsterdam The Zero Debris by 2030 goals require a community-driven initiative that brings together space stakeholders around shared principles and measurable targets, with the common ambition of achieving Zero Debris space activities by 2030. European Space Agency - ESA, NLR, SpaceLocker and AVIO will co-organise a dedicated Zero Debris event at SmallSat Europe 2026, featuring a panel discussion on their Zero Debris engagement and a Zero Debris Charter signature ceremony. Interested in signing the Zero Debris Charter on this occasion? Register your interest here by Friday 22 May: https://lnkd.in/eYehFw3Y Learn more about Zero Debris: Zero Debris initiative: https://lnkd.in/e2y5uAGW Zero Debris Charter: https://lnkd.in/eTvU8QiG

We're looking forward to meeting you at the Airspace World exhibition (26-28 May, Lisbon). Royal NLR and German Aerospace Center (DLR) will be collaborating once again as AT-One on #ATM research projects. Be sure to visit us at our stand: H1-E20. Additionally, we will be showcasing several R&D projects as part of the SESAR Joint Undertaking walking tours, including the ENSURE project, which can be previewed in the video below.

Join us at the SmallSat Europe from 26-28 May in the RAI, Amsterdam, next week! The NLR stand #566 will be bustling with good conversations and innovations for small #satellites. Programme at and around the NLR space stand and the conference: 🚀 Michel Keuning, Director Space NLR: "Market brief: a primer on Royal NLR" 🕟 26 May, 16.30 ➡️ Business stage 📣 Thomas Ganzeboom: Miniature Mechanically Pumped Loop for Standardized Small-Satellite Thermal Control: In-Orbit Demonstration Model Development and Qualification 🕦 26 May, 11.50 ➡️ Innovation exchange/Poster area 🕥 27 May, 10.45 ➡️ Technical stage 📣 Jasper Dijks: "Progressive Radiation Hardness Assurance for COTS SmallSat Avionics Beyond LEO" 🕑 27 May, 14.00 ➡️ Innovation exchange/Poster area 🛰️ Zero Debris Charter signature ceremony. By NLR, European Space Agency - ESA, SpaceLocker and AVIO: everybody is welcome. 🕓 27 May, 16.00 - ➡️ NLR stand 566 Interested in signing the Zero Debris Charter on this occasion? Register your interest here: https://lnkd.in/eYehFw3Y About NLR Space NLR supports the development of small satellite systems, enabling faster, more affordable access to space. We contribute across the full development chain — from early concepts to prototype production of launcher structures, satellite components, and sensors. Our capabilities span phased array antennas, advanced thermal management systems (including mechanically pumped solutions), avionics and innovative concepts such as VLEO satellites and Space Traffic Management. Royal NLR is renowned for its practical approach and ability to translate innovation into validated solutions. We support industry and government by developing and testing hardware and software using our extensive state-of-the-art test facilities, including environmental, structural, and flight testing.

Composites Innovation Event: 20-21 May Location: NLR, Marknesse NLR is pleased to host the Composites Innovation Event, a collaboration between CompositesNL and Composites United. Theme 2026: Composites for Challenging Environments | Bridging Aerospace, Industry and Space Applications This edition focuses on composite solutions for demanding environments, where performance, reliability and scalable production are critical. Rather than concentrating on a single sector, the programme explores how aerospace driven composite innovations are translated into broader industrial applications, ranging from space launchers and hydrogen storage to high rate industrial production and safety critical structures. The programme includes keynote presentations from leading aerospace and space experts, technical sessions on advanced composite materials and manufacturing technologies, discussions on industrialisation and scaling strategies, a facility tour at NLR, company visits and networking moments. More information about the programme and registration (until 12 May): https://lnkd.in/eAJeFP_B