Dassault Aviation Utilizes Digital Technology in Aircraft Development
Dassault Aviation is deepening its use of digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and 3D modeling, in aircraft design and production. The company states it is leveraging Dassault Systèmes' 3DExperience platform for its latest Falcon and fighter jet programs.
French aircraft manufacturer Dassault Aviation has announced a significant focus on digital technologies, integrating them across the design, manufacturing, and support phases of its aircraft. The company highlights the role of tools like 3D modeling and artificial intelligence in advancing its product development. With over forty years of experience in digital innovation, Dassault Aviation positions itself as a pioneer in adopting these technologies. The company is now employing Dassault Systèmes' 3DExperience platform for the development of its new Falcon series business jets and future combat aircraft. This platform replaces previous Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions. A key emphasis is placed on data sovereignty, particularly within defense programs. Dassault Aviation utilizes the 3DExperience platform on Dassault Systèmes' sovereign cloud to support the operational readiness of aircraft for the French armed forces. This partnership is specifically designed to meet the cybersecurity requirements of defense projects and contribute to the development of a sovereign cloud infrastructure in Europe. The company is also implementing a big data approach to analyze the operational life of its aircraft. These analyses, which include predictive maintenance models, are aimed at improving problem resolution and enhancing aircraft availability. The use of digital twins, comparing an aircraft's real-world performance against its digital counterpart, further strengthens forecasting capabilities.