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COSTA MESA, Calif., July 7, 2004. The team of Argo-Tech and Smiths Aerospace have been selected by Northrop Grumman Corporation's Integrated Systems to provide the design engineering, analysis, components and support for the X-47B Joint Unmanned Combat Air Systems (J-UCAS) Air Vehicle Fuel System. The first fuel system is scheduled for delivery in 2005.
Argo-Tech is responsible for the complete fuel system integration including the design and development of the engine feed, transfer, refuel, and vent subsystems and the fuel system integration and qualification. Smiths will provide the fuel gauging and management software technology.
J-UCAS is a DARPA/Air Force/Navy effort to develop a high performance, weaponized unmanned air vehicle that meets the mission requirements for both the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy.
The X-47 Air Vehicle Fuel System program will be managed by Argo-Tech's Airframe division, headquartered in Costa Mesa, Calif. Argo-Tech is a leader in the development and manufacture of aircraft fuel systems and fuel system components. The company is focused on creating Cost Effective Next-generation Technology Systems (C.E.N.T.S.) for airframe and engine applications.
Bob Hopkins, Vice President Sales and Marketing, Argo-Tech Airframe Division, commented that "this award is an example of how Argo-Tech combines our fuel system integration expertise with our C.E.N.T.S. products to enhance partnerships and provide value to our customers."
For more information, see www.argo-tech.com or www.smiths-aerospace.com.
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