Dr K Van Rijswijk’s (Head of Advanced Composites, Aerosud Innovation and Training Centre, South Africa) presentation at the SATN Annual Conference 2009. Theme: “Technological innovation at Universities in South Africa: towards industrial and socio-economic development” 16 - 17 July 2009 Cape Peninsula University of Technology Bellville Campus.

1. Innovation and Training at Aerosud Dr. K. van Rijswijk Tuesday, August 11, 2009 SATN Annual Conference 2009 16-17 July Cape Peninsula University of Technology Bellville Campus

5. Introduction Aerosud “ Innovate to prevent that contract is moved to a lower wage country” “ Innovate to maintain or increase market share” “ Innovate to become a more attractive partner in challenging projects”

9. Stability vs. Change Stability  Change Production  Innovation Proven technology  New technology Repeatability  Feasibility Communication

13. Aerosud ITC Broad knowledge base Materials Processes Design

14. Aerosud ITC Broad knowledge base Materials Processes Design Testing Supplier relation Manufacturing equipment Tool design Assembly Finishes Design values Comparative studies Qualification Customer relation Design rules Processing envelope Parameters and variables Transport and Storage Legislation IP Costs

19. Composite Sliding Door Innovation does not have to be “difficult”

21. Composite Sliding Door Mechanical testing: “ confidence tests” Cyclic testing at UoT Static testing at ITC 75kg 75kg 185kg!

26. Communication !!!!!!!!

30. Questions? Dr. K. van Rijswijk Aerosud ITC 012-662 5336 [email_address]