Sabrina Ayat
Working in the Electrical and Electronic Systems Research Group at Safran Tech, Sabrina Ayat designs tests and integrates key technologies for tomorrow’s aircraft. We joined her for a typically busy day.
- At a glance
- Special Report
- Snapshots
- Interview
My day starts with numerical modeling, studying the performance and cooling of an electrical machine and conducting sensitivity studies. This type of work is generally part of a funded project with several partners
My doctoral student is at the office today, giving us a chance to review his progress. He studies electromagnetism, while I’m working on thermal aspects. These two disciplines are interdependent, of course: we keep each other up to date so I can guide his research.
I’m testing the cooling system in our lab so I can check my computer models and learn whether the system will be effective.
One of the most important parts of my job is filing for patents, a process that protects our intellectual property and also spotlights our ability to innovate.
I conduct technology intelligence to track trends and keep a step ahead of our competitors. This includes reading patents and scientific papers, as well as identifying promising startups in our fields.
A team meeting, during which we review progress on our innovative projects.
Facts & Figures
- 2035
when the electrical machines now under study will be incorporated in aircraft.
- < 100 K (- 173 °C)
the operating temperature of superconducting materials.
