Promoting scientific culture in schools to aid in shaping the future of younger generations is the goal of the new webinar series introduced by Leonardo under STEMLab. This program emphasizes STEM disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and technological innovation, aiming to foster scientific citizenship and facilitate knowledge transfer from the workplace to educational institutions.
"The science of vertical flight" is the name of a five-part webinar series led by experts from Leonardo's Helicopters division. This series aims to acquaint high school students with the realm of rotary wing aircraft, its products, and technologies, while also introducing them to the fundamental skills needed in this field. Teachers can enable their students to participate in these webinars by registering on the Digital Education platform.
These are the five modules:
The helicopter: the science behind the dream of flying
(27 January 2025)
The initial module examines how helicopters operate, beginning with their historical roots and extending to contemporary technological advancements. The goal is to offer a comprehensive and accessible insight into the intricate world of helicopters.
Behind the scenes of vertical flight: helicopter professionals
(18 February 2025)
The second module presents the key professionals engaged in the design and construction of a helicopter, providing a comprehensive overview of the collaborative effort required to design and build a helicopter.
Aviation of the future: the tilt-rotor revolution
(11 March 2025)
The third module examines the history, functionality, and potential of tiltrotors, concentrating on the technological advancements, the challenges encountered, and the anticipated advantages, particularly concerning future sustainable aviation.
Flying without a pilot: artificial intelligence in the skies
(15 April 2025)
The fourth module demonstrates the advancement of technologies that facilitate unmanned (though remotely controlled) and autonomous flight in drones and helicopters, emphasizing the role of artificial intelligence in creating autonomous systems.
Masters of flight: the crucial role of experimental pilots and instructors
(14 May 2025)
The fifth module emphasizes the two primary roles of pilots within Leonardo Helicopters: experimental pilots and instructor pilots. It aims to underscore the significance of these professions in fostering innovation and ensuring safety in the aviation industry.
At the conclusion of the cycle, starting with the 2025/2026 academic year, the webinar recordings will become part of the new PCTO (Transversal Skills and Orientation Path) called "The Science of Vertical Flight." This will be integrated into STEMLab, a platform initiated by Leonardo, offering high school teachers educational resources with advanced technological value.
The new PCTO will join the one, already available, entitled “In volo con Leonardo” (Flying with Leonardo), which in the last school year was completed by 2,416 students, for a total in the two editions that is close to 4,500 units, belonging to over 420 schools throughout the Italian territory.
PCTO are paths of the Italian Ministry of Education and Merit, made mandatory for all students in the last three years of high school (replacing the previous "school-work alternation"), in which Leonardo contributes to the educational path of the new generations, enriching their study programmes with training already oriented towards their future work activities.
Visit the dedicated page on the portal educazionedigitale.it, to stay updated on STEMLab and its initiatives.
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