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Altair® FlightStreamâ„¢ to improve engine performance in a fraction of the time compared to traditional methods
TROY, Mich., Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global leader in computational intelligence, will work together with Auburn University's Samuel Ginn College of Engineering on a $1.25 million AFWERX Phase II STTR contract. The two organizations will develop analytical models for cyclonic flows, construct computational models, and study the stability of different vortex engines to address the challenges facing public and private sector aerospace organizations.
Within the contract, Altair is assuming the previous role of Research in Flight, which was founded in 2013 and won a series of development contracts and grants over a 10-year span. Altair acquired Research in Flight in April 2024 and its technology is now known as Altair® FlightStreamâ„¢, part of the Altair® HyperWorks® platform.
"This opportunity continues Altair's legacy of innovation in the aerospace industry and demonstrates the power of our technology as we work closely with a prestigious institution such as Auburn University," said Pietro Cervellera, senior vice president of aerospace and defense, Altair. "FlightStream empowers users in unique ways, bridging the gap between high-fidelity CFD simulations and engineering demands to set industry standards for efficiency, accuracy, and speed."
Within the project, the Auburn University team – led by Dr. Joe Majdalani, the university's Hugh and Loeda Francis Chair of Excellence in the department of aerospace engineering – will use FlightStream to identify optimal conditions within vortex engines. FlightStream will help the team predict cyclonic flow performance and acoustic signature characteristics at a fraction of the time compared to previous methods. These models will enable users to rapidly predict the stability performance of thrust engines earlier in the design cycle over a range of operating conditions.
"This contract allows us to develop next-generation solutions for vortex engines and collaborate with Altair, whose decades of experience and technology now includes the tool from Research in Flight," Majdalani said. "Previously, each test seeking to study vortex engine capabilities and stability limitations took about two weeks. With FlightStream, these same predictions take just a few minutes. We are thrilled to see how these tools will transform this space."
The contract is awarded by AFWERX. AFWERX is the innovation arm of the United States Department of the Air Force (DAF) that harnesses cutting-edge American ingenuity from small businesses and startups to address the most pressing challenges of the DAF. Since 2019, AFWERX has executed over 6,200 new contracts worth more than $4.7 billion to strengthen the U.S. defense industrial base and drive faster technology transition to operational capability.
To learn more, visit Altair at Booth #16 at the American Aerospace & Defense Summit in Glendale, Arizona, December 4-5. To learn more about FlightStream, visit https://altair.com/altair-flightstream. To learn more about AFRL and AFWERX, visit https://afresearchlab.com/ and https://afwerx.com/.
About Altair
Altair is a global leader in computational intelligence that provides software and cloud solutions in simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), data analytics, and AI. Altair enables organizations across all industries to compete more effectively and drive smarter decisions in an increasingly connected world – all while creating a greener, more sustainable future. To learn more, please visit www.altair.com.
Altair® FlightStreamâ„¢ to improve engine performance in a fraction of the time compared to traditional methods
TROY, Mich., Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global leader in computational intelligence, will work together with Auburn University's Samuel Ginn College of Engineering on a $1.25 million AFWERX Phase II STTR contract. The two organizations will develop analytical models for cyclonic flows, construct computational models, and study the stability of different vortex engines to address the challenges facing public and private sector aerospace organizations.
Within the contract, Altair is assuming the previous role of Research in Flight, which was founded in 2013 and won a series of development contracts and grants over a 10-year span. Altair acquired Research in Flight in April 2024 and its technology is now known as Altair® FlightStreamâ„¢, part of the Altair® HyperWorks® platform.
"This opportunity continues Altair's legacy of innovation in the aerospace industry and demonstrates the power of our technology as we work closely with a prestigious institution such as Auburn University," said Pietro Cervellera, senior vice president of aerospace and defense, Altair. "FlightStream empowers users in unique ways, bridging the gap between high-fidelity CFD simulations and engineering demands to set industry standards for efficiency, accuracy, and speed."
Within the project, the Auburn University team – led by Dr. Joe Majdalani, the university's Hugh and Loeda Francis Chair of Excellence in the department of aerospace engineering – will use FlightStream to identify optimal conditions within vortex engines. FlightStream will help the team predict cyclonic flow performance and acoustic signature characteristics at a fraction of the time compared to previous methods. These models will enable users to rapidly predict the stability performance of thrust engines earlier in the design cycle over a range of operating conditions.
"This contract allows us to develop next-generation solutions for vortex engines and collaborate with Altair, whose decades of experience and technology now includes the tool from Research in Flight," Majdalani said. "Previously, each test seeking to study vortex engine capabilities and stability limitations took about two weeks. With FlightStream, these same predictions take just a few minutes. We are thrilled to see how these tools will transform this space."
The contract is awarded by AFWERX. AFWERX is the innovation arm of the United States Department of the Air Force (DAF) that harnesses cutting-edge American ingenuity from small businesses and startups to address the most pressing challenges of the DAF. Since 2019, AFWERX has executed over 6,200 new contracts worth more than $4.7 billion to strengthen the U.S. defense industrial base and drive faster technology transition to operational capability.
To learn more, visit Altair at Booth #16 at the American Aerospace & Defense Summit in Glendale, Arizona, December 4-5. To learn more about FlightStream, visit https://altair.com/altair-flightstream. To learn more about AFRL and AFWERX, visit https://afresearchlab.com/ and https://afwerx.com/.
About Altair
Altair is a global leader in computational intelligence that provides software and cloud solutions in simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), data analytics, and AI. Altair enables organizations across all industries to compete more effectively and drive smarter decisions in an increasingly connected world – all while creating a greener, more sustainable future. To learn more, please visit www.altair.com.
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Altair and Auburn University to Collaborate on $1.25 Million AFWERX Contract to Advance Vortex Rocket Engines
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Uzbekistan is in the process of establishing an innovative logistics hub in Central Asia through the creation of industrial zones. DP World is developing a multimodal hub within the country that is expected to transform trade routes throughout the entire region.
Uzbekistan is pioneering a novel paradigm of industrial advancement through the establishment of specialized industrial zones. The enticing conditions have already captivated DP World, one of the preeminent logistics operators globally, prompting the firm to invest in the construction of an international transport and logistics hub within Uzbekistan.
"The Tashkent Multimodal Logistics Terminal will bring world-class infrastructure and smart logistics capabilities to the region, improving the efficiency of supply chains and supporting businesses across industries," emphasized the importance of the project Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, CEO of DP World.
Macro Trend: Growing Investments in Uzbekistan
One of the newest zones is "Yangi Avlod," which established just a year ago.
Benefits
Residents are granted exemptions from four principal taxes. Additionally, customs advantages are applicable, and long-term land leases are available, with the potential for utilizing them as collateral along with their assets.
Turnkey ecosystem
Infrastructure under construction for each individual plot, encompassing natural gas, potable water, electricity, access roads, and waste disposal systems. Investors are afforded a completely developed site.
An international airport and the Tashkent-Samarkand highway are under development near Yangi Avlod, which will also feature a freight terminal.
Administrative model
Yangi Avlod operates on a comprehensive one-stop-shop principle. The management company meticulously oversees each investment project, from the establishment of a legal entity to the integration of utility services.
Results
Companies from China and the UAE have already become residents of Yangi Avlod. Among the esteemed residents are East Can Solutions, JAC Motors Toshkent, EAS, and various other enterprises spanning the food, construction, packaging, and electrical sectors.
"We opted for 'Yangi Avlod' owing to its strategic location, governmental endorsement, and flexible managerial approach. This constitutes a solid starting point for companies looking to make inroads into the Uzbek market," remarked Go Tianxiao, Chief Sales Specialist of the Marketing and Sales Department at JAC Motors Toshkent.
The state policy transforms industrial zones into driving forces for economic enhancement and shapes a new industrial center for the region.
Website: https://yangiavlodzone.uz/en
Email: info@yangiavlodzone.uz
Phone: +998771512414
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Yangi Avlod: Uzbekistan accelerates the development of industrial zones to attract international capital
