The National Institute for Aviation Research at Wichita State University provides research, development, testing and certification for manufacturers and others.
Wichita, KS
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Congratulations to Clayton Dudley who received a scholarship from the Wichita Manufacturers Association sponsored by NIAR. Andy Jonas, manager of NIAR’s Advanced Machining & Prototyping Lab, presented the scholarship last night at the WMA Scholarship Awards Ceremony and Picnic.
This Wednesday was the grand opening day for the Manufacturing Innovation Center by @Dassault3DS! 🎉Developed in collaboration with NIAR, the Manufacturing Innovation Center aims to help companies improve their efficiency using virtual twin technology and 3D design solutions.
Alex is a research engineer at NIAR specializing in advanced composites slitting. His session will be focused on evaluating the compatibility of developmental materials with Automated Fiber Placement. Tomorrow, JAMS 2025 begins. We'll see you there!
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Matthew Opliger is a senior research engineer and program manager at NIAR. He specializes in composite and advanced materials research, standardization and certification by supporting government industry. Learn more about advanced materials at JAMS 2025!
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As director of NIAR’s Advanced Technologies Lab for Aerospace Systems (ATLAS), Waruna Seneviratne oversees a large research portfolio. He has even contributed to global composite damage tolerance and maintenance workshops. Learn more from him at JAMS 2025!
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Next up for JAMS 2025 is Tomas Lorik! Tomas is a senior researcher engineer at Wichita State University. His work specifically focuses on automated fiber placement, production facility optimization and discontinuous composite thermoplastic tech.
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Members of the @SAEIntl A-10 Committee toured NIAR’s Advanced Technologies Lab for Aerospace Systems (ATLAS) and 3DEXPERIENCE Center today. Thanks for visiting!
Caleb Saathoff is a senior engineering manager at NIAR, and he deals with federal and industry-funded research and development programs primarily focused on advanced composite materials and additive manufacturing. Attend his session at JAMS 2025!
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Meet Rachael Andrulonis, the director of Advanced Materials Research at NIAR. Rachael leads applied research programs in advanced materials focusing on high temperature composites. Learn more from her work at the JAMS 2025 Technical Review!
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GA-ASI has begun wind tunnel testing for MQ-9B Short Takeoff and Landing @NIARWSU with a scale model to assess aerodynamic performance, stability and control of current designs. With the #MQ9BSTOL mission kit, MQ-9B SkyGuardian® / SeaGuardian® #RPAS will soon operate from aircraft carriers. Read more: ow.ly/WEJv50VR2q3
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ALT The General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. MQ-9B SeaGuardian® / SkyGuardian® 1:10 scaled model in wind tunnel for testing
Congratulations are in order! 🎉 A team of NIAR researchers, including Dr. Waruna Seneviratne, Jerome Teoh and Swetha Thirumurugan, were awarded second place in the Outstanding Technical Paper Awards for SAMPE 2025.
Read the full news release here:
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As chief engineer for defense industrial base strategy, Mark Shaw engages with government agencies in an effort to develop a U.S. industrial base modernization strategy. Learn more about his work at JAMS 2025 on May 20-22 at the Indiana Convention Center.
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Neville Kuang Yu Tay specializes in polymer and metal additive manufacturing for the aerospace industry. He manages a variety of research studies and programs. Attend his JAMS 2025 Technical Review session at the Indiana Convention Center on May 20-22.
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A new speaker highlight series begins for the JAMS Technical Conference on May 20-22. In this session with Royal Lovingfoss, attendees will develop a deeper understanding of the qualification framework for polymer based additive manufactured (PBAM) materials.
Industry, government and academic collaborators are invited to attend the 2025 Joint Advanced Materials & Structures Center of Excellence (JAMS) Technical Review held in conjunction with SAMPE!
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NIAR and the Industry and Defense Programs division seek your feedback on metrics such as job creation, investment levels, new product development and customer satisfaction.
Your input could lead to future investments aimed at industry growth.
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NIAR's Intro to Smart Manufacturing is back! Join us on the campus of @WichitaState Fri. April 11 for industry-focused smart manufacturing education geared toward small and medium-sized manufacturing businesses. wichita.edu/industry_and_def…
It's Women of Aviation Week, and we're celebrating the 400+ women on our staff of 1,800! Thank you for your dedication, perseverance and strength.
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Our thoughts are with those on board the American Airlines flight from Wichita to DC tonight, as well as the crew of the helicopter involved in this tragic collision. We extend our deepest support to their families, loved ones, and everyone affected.
Student positions are available now in the Advanced Machining and Prototyping Lab. Learn more at jobs.wichita.edu/jobs/niar-a…
