Sagem at the 2013 Paris Air Show

By Sagem on Tuesday, June 18th, 2013

This year marks the 50th Paris Air Show, and Sagem (Safran) is showcasing its globally recognized expertise in drone systems, avionics and navigation equipment, optronics systems and guided weapons.

Sagem will focus on four main areas in its exhibition space on the Safran stand: safety-critical electronics, flight safety and management services, guidance systems, and aero-surveillance. The following products and services of Sagem will be on display:

Fadec 4.
The fourth generation of full authority digital engine controls, Sagem’s Fadec 4 unit is being shown for the first time at this year’s air show. It has been chosen for the CFM International LEAP (JV between Snecma and GE), which will power the A320neo, Comac C919 and Boeing 737 MAX single-aisle jetliners, and the GE Passport 20 intended for the Global Express 7000 et 8000 business jets. This new engine control unit features a distributed architecture that optimizes its integration in the nacelle. In addition to fuel control, it adds engine vibration detection and health monitoring functions. The Fadec 4 is being developed by Sagem in conjunction with BAE Systems through their Fadec International joint venture, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.

Cassiopée expands services to include Flight Ops Efficiency.
Sagem’s “constellation” of flight safety and management service, Cassiopée, is being enriched in 2013 to address the evolving needs of airlines and business aircraft and helicopter operators. Sagem is now offering a new Web portal for technical questions, an iPad application for use in cabins and maintenance areas, and the Flight Ops Efficiency service, which entails a solution to reduce operating costs, especially for fuel. Cassiopée will be showcased in a dynamic demonstration on the Safran stand.

AASM Hammer weapon system and missile guidance.
Sagem will be showcasing its entire family of AASM Hammer modular air-to-ground weapons, including the latest laser terminal guidance model, the SBU-54 Hammer, deployed by the French air force since May 2013. All three versions of the AASM are on display at the Safran stand: Inertial-GPS, Inertial/GPS/infrared, Inertial/GPS/laser). They are also shown as weapon systems on the Dassault Aviation stand, and at the French Ministry of Defense pavilion for the Rafale multirole fighter. Sagem is the prime contractor for the AASM Hammer weapon system, and is also developing guidance and navigation systems for tomorrow’s tactical missiles.

Patroller drone system in multi-sensor configuration.
A medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) drone in the 1 ton class, the Patroller was designed for surveillance, intelligence, security and military support missions. It is based on an EASA-certified Stemme S15 aircraft, and offers endurance exceeding 20 hours. Flight tests in 2012 and 2013 assessed its ability to deploy multi-sensor payloads, controlled from a ground control center that is interoperable with NATO standard command systems.

Sagem will be showing the full range of its avionics and optronics systems and equipment on the Safran stand, Hall 2A (n°A232). The Patroller drone and its ground segment are presented in a multi-sensor, multi-mission configuration in the static exhibition area (B59).

Sagem, a high-tech company of Safran, holds world or European leadership positions in optronics, avionics, electronics and safety-critical software for both civil and military markets. Sagem is the No. 1 company in Europe and No. 3 worldwide for inertial navigation systems (INS) used in air, land and naval applications. It is also the world leader in helicopter flight controls and the European leader in optronics and tactical UAV systems. Sagem and its subsidiaries employ 7,500 people in Europe, Southeast Asia and North America.

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Sagem Wins New French Order for EOMS-NG Shipborne Optronic Systems

By Safran Group on Tuesday, March 5th, 2013

Sagem (Safran) has signed a new contract with French naval shipyard DCNS, main contractor, for EOMS-NG (Electro-Optical Multifunction System – New Generation) systems that will be installed in 2014 on four large French navy amphibious & projection vessels: three Mistral class BPC ships and the Siroco TCD1).

Each ship will be equipped with two EOMS-NG systems.

Developed and produced by Sagem, the EOMS-NG is day-night, multifunction, gyrostabilized optronic system. It offers complete functionality over 360°, including infrared surveillance, identification, tracking, laser rangefinding and fire control.

Controlled from two consoles operating in tandem from the ship’s close air defense bridge, the EOMS-NG system will help assess the ship’s immediate environment, control self-defense weapons and enhance the safety of helicopter operations. The concept based on high-rate panoramic shots gives it the observation capability equivalent to 100 fixed cameras.

This contract from the DCNS represents the latest success for Sagem’s wide range of shipborne optronic systems.

The EOMS-NG system is also in production for six French navy Floréal class surveillance frigates and the six Baynunah class corvettes to be deployed by the United Arab Emirates. It is integrated in the DCNS’s new Gowind class offshore patrol vessel, L’Adroit. The Vampir-NG panoramic surveillance version has been ordered for Australia’s LHD helicopter carriers and air defense destroyers, as well as Anzac class frigates for Australia and New Zealand.

(1) BPC (Bâtiment de Projection et de Commandement) helicopter carrier – projection and command ship ; TCD (Transport de Chalands de Débarquement) : Foudre class landing craft transports ship.

Sagem, a high-tech company of Safran, holds world or European leadership positions in optronics, avionics, electronics and safety-critical software for both civil and military markets. Sagem is the No. 1 company in Europe and No. 3 worldwide for inertial navigation systems (INS) used in air, land and naval applications. It is also the world leader in helicopter flight controls and the European leader in optronics and tactical UAV systems. Operating across the globe through the Safran group, Sagem and its subsidiaries employ 7,500 people in Europe, Southeast Asia and North America. Sagem is the commercial name of the company Sagem Défense Sécurité.

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Sagem Delivers 150 JIM LR 2 Multifunction Infrared Binoculars To French Army

By Sagem on Friday, January 18th, 2013

Sagem (Safran) delivered the first 150 JIM LR 2 multifunction long-range infrared binoculars to the French army, in line with the original delivery schedule. This delivery was part of the JIR TTA NG (1) program, covering a total of 1,175 multifunction binoculars. The program contract was awarded by French defense procurement agency DGA to Sagem, as prime contractor, in December 2010.

JIM LR 2 is a portable, compact unit, combining a number of advanced functions: day and night (thermal) vision, rangefinder, laser pointer, compass, GPS and data transmissions. It is fully compatible with Sagem’s own FELIN integrated equipment system for dismounted soldiers.

JIM LR 2 offers several major improvements in relation to the initial JIM LR version:

• enhanced detection performance;
• longer-range pointer for fire support;
• 30% longer run time;
• the ability to record images and videos integrated in the product.

Coupled to a new remote control terminal, JIM LR 2 provides a full-fledged optronic system for area surveillance, intelligence and support, whether used by dismounted troops or from a vehicle.

The delivery in December followed a series of government qualification tests performed in the DGA’s own test centers from February to June 2012 to verify performance specifications. French armed forces had already carried out field tests.

Produced by Sagem in its Poitiers plant, JIM LR binoculars are used by several NATO countries, where they are deployed in infantry, artillery and intelligence units, special forces, support for frontline troops, and border and coastal patrol. A total of 5,000 JIM LR binoculars are now in service or under order worldwide, including 2,000 in France.

(1) Jumelles Infrarouges Multifonction – Toute Arme de Nouvelle Génération (Multifunction Infrared Binoculars – All services – New-Generation). The first 150 JIM LR 2 units were delivered to the 2nd Equipment Regiment (Bruz, French Brittany), after passing the DGA’s acceptance tests.

Sagem, a high-tech company in the Safran group, holds world or European leadership positions in optronics, avionics, electronics and safety-critical software for both civil and military markets. Sagem is the No. 1 company in Europe and No. 3 worldwide for inertial navigation systems (INS) used in air, land and naval applications. It is also the world leader in helicopter flight controls and the European leader in optronics and tactical UAV systems. Operating across the globe through the Safran group, Sagem and its subsidiaries employ 7,500 people in Europe, Southeast Asia and North America. Sagem is the commercial name of the company Sagem Défense Sécurité.

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