Avibras was recently classified in third place for obtaining subsidy resources from the Financier of Studies and Projects (Finep) through the call for innovation for the Defence Industrial Base (BID), which encourages the development of innovative solutions in the area of Defence. 42 projects from various BID companies were presented, eight of which were classified within the available resources limit.

Avibras’ project is related to the suggested area of guidance, control and navigation for applications in missiles and rockets with the proposal to develop the Navigation Support Unit for Ballistic Missiles. “The objective is to create a system capable of guiding the ballistic missile on its path to the target through of Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMs) Sensors and Non-Linear Algorithms, which are innovative”, explained Mário Corrêa, technical manager and creator of the support unit proposal.

For the development of the project, Avibras will receive a contribution from Finep of R$ 14,935,529.92 over three years. Work begins in the first semester of 2023.

“The project proposal was built within the purpose of the Avibras Space for Technology and Innovation (EATI), to be the company's technology and innovation embassy and in accordance with the company's business strategy. It will also have the participation of the Von Braun Research Center, an important partner institute in the relationship with EATI”, highlighted Luiz Gentil, manager of EATI.

Congratulations to everyone involved in this project!