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Embraer and Collins Aerospace Demonstrate Innovated Ice Protection System

Embraer and Collins Aerospace pilots and engineers, Gavião Peixoto, Brazil. [Photo: Embraer]
Embraer and Collins Aerospace pilots and engineers at Embraer's Gavião Peixoto unit in Brazil. [Photo: Embraer]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Embraer and Collins Aerospace have collaborated to demonstrate an advanced ice protection system during a flight test campaign in Brazil.
  • The system utilizes carbon nanotube (CNT) electrothermal heating technology, integrated with More Electric Aircraft (MEA) principles, installed on an Embraer Phenom 300E prototype.
  • This innovative CNT technology offers significant advantages over traditional systems, including 25% lower energy consumption, reduced weight, and greener manufacturing processes.
  • The development aligns with both companies' commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions in aviation by 2050.
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A collaboration between Embraer and Collins Aerospace has culminated in the demonstration of an advanced ice protection system utilizing More Electric Aircraft (MEA) technology.

On July 20, the two companies began its flight test campaign in Gavião Peixoto, Brazil, for its carbon nanotube electro thermal heating technology (CNT). 

Jeremy Kariuki

Jeremy attained his bachelor's in journalism and emerging media from Kennesaw State University. He also served in the Georgia Air National Guard as a C-130 Crew Chief for six years, holding an associate in aircraft maintenance technology.

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