by AISI | Sep 25, 2024 | News
A new process of combining composite manufacturing techniques and expanded polypropylene injection technology, is yielding lightweight, cost-effective and durable unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) airframes to satisfy a growing uptake of drone usage in sectors such as...
by AISI | Jul 9, 2024 | News
Cybicom Atlas Defence (CAD) in collaboration with Pretoria-based company, Bronberg Dynamics, developed a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) suitable for testing the aerial release of sterilised insects. This initiative received support from the Aerospace Industry...
by AISI | Jul 9, 2024 | News
Cape Town-based Kobus Naval Design (KND) has launched a project aimed at developing boats from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) materials. Strong, safe and easier to maintain, the boats are ideal for inland waterways to be used by fishermen or harbour pilots. ...
by AISI | Feb 25, 2024 | News
The Gauteng-based Impala Bolt and Nut expanded its toolmaking operations to offer locally produced South African parts to the market, reducing their reliance on imports. The company achieved this through the assistance of the Aerospace Industry Support Initiative...
by AISI | Jun 27, 2023 | News
The month of June is about celebrating and paying tribute to the youth of 1976. In commemoration of Youth Month, the Aerospace Industry Support Initiative (AISI) recognises the incredible work done by the youth and the opportunities presented to young people by its...
by AISI | Jun 5, 2023 | Earned Media, News
12MAY 2023 ENGINEERING NEWSBY: SIMONE LIEDTKE, CREAMER MEDIA SOCIAL MEDIA EDITOR & SENIOR WRITER IMPACT TESTING Pictured is an impact testing machine developed Skye Advance Africa. PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN Through the filter of localisation, materials are...