Abstract: The present invention teaches an apparatus and method for the automated study of senescence of cells. The apparatus includes a plurality of plates, customized with a flow-through hole, arranged on a platform. A microscope with integrated camera is positioned above the platform and both microscope and platform are coupled to a rotation mechanism to allow relative rotation between the platform and the microscope. Cells are anchored magnetically, chemically, or electrostatically to the plates and are treated to a controlled environment. Daughter cells born from the mother cell are observed by the microscope and then washed, using a wash fluid, through the flow-through hole in the plate. A processor automates the process and allows for a user to input customizable test parameters and value thresholds to indicate a test is completed. The processor also organises test data in the form of a spreadsheet for simple modelling and data manipulation.

Abstract: Smart instrumentation and monitoring provide primary engine instrumentation for an aircraft. The instrumentation generates real time engine power available data for the entire power regime and flight envelope of the aircraft while engine monitoring functions track, record and output performance usage data, trend data, and flight profile data. Generated data is provided to an aircraft flight manual and mission management module that automatically calculates and generates aircraft operational and performance data needed to safely operate the aircraft. The generated data is selectively displayed on flat-panel cockpit displays and/or electronic kneeboard displays in a graphical format that enhances aircrew situational awareness and permits aircrew members to operate the aircraft with its intended margin of safety.