49 - AIRCRAFT AND SPACE VEHICLE ENGINEERING

This document specifies a method of testing flexure endurance of the cable when it is subjected to alternating flexing.
It shall be used together with EN 3475-100.

This document specifies the dimensions and tolerances of plates in aluminium alloy 2024 with close-tolerance flatness, thickness 6 mm < a ≤ 55 mm, for aerospace applications.

This document specifies the characteristics of adjustable rod ends with self-aligning double row ball bearing with reduced internal radial clearance and threaded shank in corrosion resisting steel, designed to withstand only slow rotations and oscillations under load.
They consist of:
-   a rod end comprising:
-   circumferential groove to identify location;
-   either seals or shields;
-   an optional longitudinal groove for locking purpose;
-   an inner ring with balls.
These rod ends are intende...view more

This document specifies the characteristics of adjustable rod ends with self-aligning double row ball bearing in corrosion resisting steel with reduced internal radial clearance and threaded shank in titanium alloy, designed to withstand only slow rotations and oscillations under load.
They consist of:
-   a rod end comprising:
-   circumferential groove to confirm that the assembled rod-end is "in safety" emphasized with the application of red paint;
-   either seals or shields;
-   an optional lo...view more

This document specifies the requirements relating to:
Heat resisting alloy X6NiCrTiMoV26-15 (1.4980)
Softened and cold worked
Wires for forged fasteners
D ≤ 15 mm
900 MPa ≤ Rm ≤ 1 100 MPa
for aerospace applications.
W.nr: 1.4980.
ASD-STAN designation: FE-PA2601.

This document specifies the technical requirements to minimize the hazards listed in Clause 4 which can arise during the commissioning, operation and maintenance of AFE when used as intended, including misuse reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer, when carried out in accordance with the specifications given by the manufacturer or his authorized representative. It also takes into account some performance requirements recognized as essential by authorities, aircraft and ground support equipme...view more

This document establishes the requirements for simulation of the space control system, including the objective, architecture and procedure, etc. This document is applicable to four phases of control system development, including conceptual design, detailed design, prototype and integrated system. The control system referred to in this document is the flight control system for guidance, navigation and control (GNC) of space systems which include launch vehicle, satellite and spaceship, etc. This ...view more

IEC PAS 63343:2021 specifies technical requirements, methods of test and required test results for equipment implementing ASM part of the VHF Data exchange system (VDES) as defined in ITU-R M.2092.

This document defines detailed space debris mitigation requirements and recommendations for the design and operation of launch vehicle orbital stages in Earth orbit. The requirements defined in this document are applicable for: — avoiding the release of space debris; — disposing of a launch vehicle orbital stage after the end of its mission so as to avoid a break-up in orbit; — disposing of a launch vehicle orbital stage after the end of its mission so as to minimize interference with the protec...view more

This document specifies the requirements for a two-components flexible polyurethane topcoat to be applied over EN 4687 and/or EN 4688 primers mainly for exterior aerospace applications.
The primer and the finish tested to this document will be from the same manufacturer applied in accordance with (i.a.w.) their instructions/Table 1.

This document defines the requirements for a two-components, high corrosion inhibiting epoxy primer.
The coating shall be suitable for use on suitably prepared metallic substrates, chromic acid anodised, or conversion coated aluminium alloys and other suitably prepared substrates.

This document establishes the general requirements for variable displacement uni-directional and bi-directional hydraulic motors, suitable for use in aircraft hydraulic systems at pressures up to 35 000 kPa (5 000 psi). These requirements include: — design requirements; — test requirements. Primary and secondary function motors (see Clause 4) are covered in this document; however, actuators with internal rotation angle limits and low-speed motors are not covered. This document is intended to be ...view more

This document describes the procedures for training personnel who will be involved in the operation of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This document defines: a) knowledge, skill, attitude and qualification criteria that are needed for UAS pilots and training organizations that provides training to trainees of UAS remote pilots and other personnel involved in UAS operations; b) training curriculum and contents for specific learning courses; c) qualification and confirmation criteria for the trai...view more

The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. ISO 7500‑1, Metallic materials — Calibration and verification of static uniaxial testing machines — Part 1: Tension/compression testing machines — Calibration and verification of the force-measurin...view more

This document defines the requirements for a two-components, chromate and lead-free primer.
The coating shall be suitable for use on fibre reinforced composite materials, titanium and corrosion resistant steels and other suitably prepared corrosion resistant substrates.

This document specifies the monitoring of mechanical tests and inspections performed both at the
material (coupon) and at the structural scale by the implementation of kinematic field measurements by
digital image correlation. This document describes an in situ method for evaluating the metrological
performance of an extensometer system using image correlation for the delivery of displacement fields,
and by extrapolation, of deformation fields. It can be implemented prior to the actual start...view more

This document provides a series of standard testing methods to determine the resistance of flat or curved surfaces against abrasion, scratch or punch under high dynamics as may occur for example by manually operating actuators or due to impacts of materials like shoes, cases, bags and other common objects of everyday’s usage inside an aircraft cabin. The method is also suitable to test the resistance of a surface against all other high dynamic strains.

This document specifies the lead and runout thread and undercut requirements for internal threads (blind tapped holes) for aerospace construction. It is applicable whenever it is referenced in a definition document.

This document specifies the lead and runout requirements for rolled external threads for aerospace construction, and the inspection method to be used in case of dispute. It is applicable whenever it is referenced in a definition document.

This document specifies the electrolytic cadmium plating of parts and fasteners in steel of tensile strength Rm (max.)  1 450 MPa, copper, copper alloys and nickel alloys, whose temperature in service does not exceed 235 °C.

This document specifies requirements and test methods for the qualification of laser beam machines for metal powder bed additive manufacturing for aerospace applications.

This European standard specifies the characteristics of adjustable rod-ends consisting of:
- a spherical plain bearing, metal to metal, in corrosion resisting steel, wide series (EN 4265)
- a rod end with internal threaded shank
They are intended for use in fixed or moving parts of the aircraft structure and their control mechanisms.

This document contains information on the design and operational practices for launch vehicle orbital stages for mitigating space debris. This document provides information to engineers on what are required or recommended in the family of space debris mitigation standards to reduce the growth of space debris by ensuring that spacecraft is designed, operated, and disposed of in a manner that prevents them from generating debris throughout their orbital lifetime.

This document provides detailed information on the various methods of assessing the health status of lithium-ion space batteries in flight and makes recommendations to battery suppliers, spacecraft manufacturers and operators to ease this assessment.

This document specifies the technical requirements to minimize the hazards listed in Clause 4 which can arise during the commissioning, operation and maintenance of aircraft movement equipment when used as intended, including misuse reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer, when carried out in accordance with the specifications given by the manufacturer or his authorized representative. It also takes into account some performance requirements recognized as essential by authorities, aircraft an...view more

This document specifies criteria and requirements for the use of explosive systems and explosive devices commonly used on spacecraft and other space products, including launch vehicles and space vehicle systems. It addresses the aspects of design, analysis, verification, manufacturing, operations and safety. To the greatest extent possible, requirements from past and existing standards have been analyzed, selected and tailored to be incorporated herein. In addition, the requirements herein inclu...view more

This document defines the requirements of ethylene propylene elastomer (EPM/EPDM) for seal elements for use as static seals in hydraulic systems using phosphate ester fluids, hardness 80 IRHD (International Rubber Hardness Degree) for long term application for aerospace application.
Unless otherwise specified in the drawing, order or inspection schedule, this document shall be used in conjunction with the referenced documents.
Applicable temperature range:
- Continuous service: −55 °C to 107 ...view more

This document specifies the dimensions, tolerances and required characteristics of protective plugs,
non-metallic, for NAS1760 fitting ends and AS33649 boss ports to seal fluid ports during transportation
and storage in order to prevent
 contamination by moisture, fluids, chemicals and particles,
 spillage inside package or aircraft section,
 port and pipe end damages and
 port and pipe clogging due to plug ingestion.
Because of the cleanliness requirements, parts shall only be used o...view more

This standard defines the requirements and recommendations for the design and test of RF components and equipment to achieve acceptable performance with respect to multipaction-free operation in service in space. The standard includes:
•   verification planning requirements,
•   definition of a route to conform to the requirements,
•   design and test margin requirements,
•   design and test requirements, and
•   informative annexes that provide guidelines on the design and test processes.
This standard i...view more

The scope of the SpaceFibre standard is the detailed specification a very high-speed serial link protocol stack reaching from link level Quality layer  down to the Physical layer. The higher layers like packet, network and higher level protocols are the same as for SpaceWire and specified in the respective standards ECSS-E-ST-50-12C and ECSS-E-ST-50-51C to 53C.

This document specifies the dimensions, tolerances and required characteristics of protective plugs, non metallic, for EN 6123 fitting ends to seal fluid ports during transportation and storage in order to prevent:
- contamination by moisture, fluids, chemicals and particles;
- spillage inside package or aircraft section;
- port and pipe end damages;
- port and pipe clogging due to plug ingestion.
Because of the cleanliness requirements, parts shall only be used once.

This standard specifies requirements for the machine operator qualification of powder bed based laser
beam machines for additive manufacturing of metallic parts.
This document is applicable if the machine operator qualification testing is required by contract or by
application standards.
Note: The term "operator" refers to the machine operator not to the programmer.

This document specifies the dimensions, tolerances and required characteristics of protective caps, non metallic, for EN 6123 fitting ends to seal fluid ports during transportation and storage in order to prevent:
- contamination by moisture, fluids, chemicals and particles;
- spillage inside package or aircraft section;
- port and pipe end damages;
- port and pipe clogging due to plug ingestion.
Because of the cleanliness requirements, parts shall only be used once.

The present document is applicable to deployed non-cooperative SMR sensor as a constituent of an Advanced Surface
Movement Guidance and Control System (A-SMGCS).
NOTE 1: Generic requirements for a non-cooperative sensor are defined in ETSI EN 303 213-4-1 [1].
The present document provides a European Standard for manufacturers, Air Navigation Service Providers and/or
Airport Operators, who have to demonstrate and declare compliance of their systems and constituents to the Essential
Requireme...view more

The present document is applicable to deployed non-cooperative sensor as a constituent of an Advanced Surface
Movement Guidance and Control System (A-SMGCS).
The present document provides a European Standard for manufacturers, Air Navigation Service Providers and/or
Airport Operators, who have to demonstrate and declare compliance of their systems and constituents to the Essential
Requirements (ERs) of Annex VIII of Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 [i.7].
NOTE 1: The ERs in Annex VIII of Regulatio...view more

This activity will be the update of EN16603-20-06 (published 2014).
This activity was started in ECSS to implement as urgent classified Change Requests.

This standard specifies the requirements, also known as "relifing requirements", for the planned, intentional storage, control, and removal from storage of electronic, electrical and electromechanical parts which are intended to be used for space applications.
This standard covers the relifing of all components as defined by ECSS-Q-ST-60 and ECSS-Q-ST-60-13.
The relifing process is a lot quality control activity.  The inspections and tests defined do not constitute an up-screening or up-gradin...view more

This Standard establishes the basic rules and general principles applicable to the electrical, electronic, electromagnetic, microwave and engineering processes. It specifies the tasks of these engineering processes and the basic performance and design requirements in each discipline.
It defines the terminology for the activities within these areas.
It defines the specific requirements for electrical subsystems and payloads, deriving from the system engineering requirements laid out in ECSS-E-ST-...view more

This Standard specifies star sensor performances as part of a space project. The Standard covers all aspects of performances, including nomenclature, definitions, and performance requirements for the performance specification of star sensors.
The Standard focuses on:
- performance specifications (including the impact of temperature, radiation and straylight environments);
- robustness (ability to maintain functionalities under non nominal environmental conditions).
Other specification types...view more

This document specifies methods and procedures for characterizing the responses of devices used
for the determination of ambient dose equivalent for the evaluation of exposure to cosmic radiation in
civilian aircraft. The methods and procedures are intended to be understood as minimum requirements.

This document specifies the conceptual basis for the determination of ambient dose equivalent for the
evaluation of exposure to cosmic radiation in civilian aircraft and for the calibration of instruments
used for that purpose.

1.1   Purpose:
The "Scheduling and Commanding Messages" (SCM) specifies a standard format for observing system commanding and scheduling. This document aims to ease the planning and operation processes and to reduce the effors from researchers that use several different observing systems and/or simulation software products.
The SCM establishes a common language for exchanging information on planning, scheduling, and executing observations of celestial objects. In the end this will:
a)   Facilitat...view more

This document specifies the characteristics of worm drive clamps designed for use with suitable rubber
hoses to form joints in fluid system pipelines for aerospace applications.

This European Standard specifies the technical requirements to minimise the hazards listed in Clause 4 which can arise during the commissioning, the operation and the maintenance of conveyor belt vehicles when used as intended, including misuse reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer, when carried out in accordance with the specifications given by the manufacturer or his authorised representative. It also takes into account some requirements recognised as essential by authorities, aircraft an...view more

1.1   Purpose:
The Observing System Data Message (OSDM) is a standard message format to be used in the exchange of optical telescope, laser ranging station, and radar (observing systems) information between Space situational Awareness (SSA) data providers, owners/operators of observing systems, and other parties. These messages can inform SSA data providers, which are the consumers of observing system output data, on the parameters of the observing systems.
The OSDM standard will:
a)   enable con...view more

1.1   Application:
This document defines the common nonconformity data definition and documentation that shall be exchanged between an internal/external supplier or sub-tier supplier, and the customer when informing about a nonconformity requiring formal decision. The requirements are applicable, partly or totally, when reporting a product nonconformity to the owner or operator, as user of the end item (e.g. engine, aircraft, spacecraft, helicopter), if specified by contract.
Reporting of noncon...view more

This document provides requirements and guidance for the retention, storage, retrieval and disposal of
records for the international aviation, space and defense industry.