Oakland, New Jersey (Nasdaq) 28 July 2005
Instrumentation Engineering (IE) announced today that it is the first U-boat production Flight Critical Component Test Bed (SFCCTB) General Dynamics – Electric Boat. This test system will be used for the revolutionary class Submarines Virginia. The stealth, firepower and unlimited endurance of these boats will have a key role in the defense of the United States well into the 21st Century play. IE will also provide a robust test system and seeks to test support required throughout the life cycle of the program.
“I’m very proud of General Dynamics selected IE on this critical program,” said Pat Cupo, President of Instrumentation Engineering. “This requires not only SFCCTB IEÂÂ? S in the depth test military background, but is also based on our extensive optical and RF engineering expertise. “
The key to the test system is the same as the key to submarineÂÂ? maximum technical and operational flexibility. The SFCCTB is currently available for 31 different flight critical components, such as single or multiple test UUTÂÂ configured? S. IEÂÂ? S Design provides high volume and sustainability of a controlled upgrade path. Operation, maintenance and reconfiguration of simplified IEÂÂ? S Extensive documentation and sustainability issues are addressed by IEÂÂ? S staff support specialists and IEÂÂ? S commitment to non-obsolescence.
About General Dynamics Electric Boat
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With more than a century of experience, Electric Boat standards of excellence in design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the U.S. Navy has established. Primary operations of the shipyard in Groton, CT, and the automated hull-fabrication facility in Quonset Point and equipment, RI, with a current workforce of 11,300 people. For more information, please visit www.gdeb.com
About
Instrumentation Engineering (IE):
Instrumentation Engineering (IE) designs, develops and supports ATE system integration, test technology solutions and TPS development for the Military & Aerospace, communications, medical, industrial, automotive, office automation and consumer market. For 36 years, Instrumentation Engineering approximated production test problems with a unique combination of innovative technology and practical auditing experience in manufacturing.
founded in 1969, thus creating the necessary technical expertise and proven development processes to a virtual in-house test team. IEÂÂ? S comprehensive test engineering approach simplifies the manufacturing process and compliments in-house talent. For more information, please visit www.ietest.com
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