14 - Guest lectureRTO'S AND TECHNOLOGY DE-RISKINGI. Potter, National Research Council Canada, Canada The role of Research and Technology organizations (RTO’s) and their position in supporting industry in de-risking technology development is discussed. The paper covers some of the technical challenges related to meeting the future needs of aero propulsion; as well the competencies that apply to system engineering system research and development. In the end, the presentation highlights that RTO’s are uniquely positioned to help deliver multi-disciplinary competencies and de-risk technology developments with industry. |