Scientific and technical information (STI) is a valuable resource which represents the results of large investments in research and development (R&D), and the expertise of a nation. NASA and its predecessor organizations have developed and managed the preeminent aerospace information system. We see information and information systems changing and becoming more international in scope. In Europe, consistent with joint R&D programs and a view toward a united Europe, we have seen the emergence of a European Aerospace Database concept. In addition, the development of aeronautics and astronautics in individual nations have also lead to initiatives for national aerospace databases. Considering recent technological developments in information science and technology, as well as the reality of scarce resources in all nations, it is time to reconsider the mutually beneficial possibilities offered by cooperation and international resource sharing. The new possibilities offered through cooperation among the various aerospace database efforts toward an international aerospace database initiative which can optimize the cost/benefit equation for all participants are considered.
International Aerospace Information System: A Cooperative Opportunity
1992
15 pages
Report
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English
Space Technology , Aeronautics & Aerodynamics , Information Systems , Aeronautics , Aerospace technology transfer , Astronautics , Information management , Information systems , International cooperation , Aerospace engineering , Aerospace sciences , Data bases , Cost reduction , Europe , NASA programs , Research and development , United States
The Opportunity - Improving Aerospace Configuration Management
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