H.G. Heinrich Parachute Systems Short Course
June 2nd-6th, 2025
Events Yuma is pleased to present this AIAA Aerodynamic Decelerator Systems (ADS) Technical Committee organized short course. The technical coordinator of the course is Dr. Jean Potvin of St. Louis University and the delivery is coordinated by Events Yuma. The sponsors of the course are: the AIAA ADS technical committee and the National Institute of Aerospace.
Course
Objective
The HG Heinrich Short Course presents a systems approach to the design and engineering of parachute systems. The course will focus on the needs of engineers from government and industry who monitor the development of recovery systems and of engineers who design decelerator systems and oversee their fabrication. Case studies of design of aerodynamic decelerators and related components will be presented. Hands-on exercises on parachute systems design will be assigned and discussed. These exercises will involve the use of laptop computers.
Visiting Yuma Proving Ground (YPG)
As part of the Parachute Short Course event, attendees will have the opportunity to visit Yuma Proving Ground (YPG). Please note that all visitors must submit the necessary paperwork for a badge request to gain access to the facility.
To complete this process, attendees should submit their badge request paperwork to Events Yuma or the designated office manager. Additional details on required documentation and deadlines will be provided upon registration.
We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a smooth visit to YPG. If you have any questions regarding the badge request process, please reach out to our event team.
Who Should Attend
Professional engineers and scientists working in all branches of the aerospace industry, the armed forces, and academia. No prior experience with parachute hardware or design is required.
Language
All presentations will be given in English.
Materials
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Dress Code
Business casual for civilians, and pertinent uniform for military personnel.
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