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| E&S Announces Teaming Agreements with Leaders in Russian Simulation
SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 28, 2003--Evans & Sutherland Computer Corp. (E&S(R)) (NASDAQ: ESCC) has entered into teaming agreements with the Russian Central Aerohydrodynamic Institute (TsAGI) and Penza Simulation Design Co., E&S announced today. Under the terms of the agreements, the companies will work together to introduce E&S' advanced visual simulation technologies to the Russian training market as well as to other countries currently using Russian aircraft. In addition to simulators for new aircraft programs, the team will upgrade existing simulators. Major simulation programs currently active include the Mil-8 helicopter and transport aircraft. The companies will also work together on civil aviation projects. As part of the new teaming arrangement, E&S recently demonstrated the company's Harmony(R) 2 image generator this week on the TsAGI stand at the Moscow Air Show. Visitors to the stand saw live demonstrations of a helicopter rescue scenario. BizVantage – Beyond the news - a realtime Net clipping service: for business, investment or technology. "TsAGI and Penza are the recognized leaders in Russian simulation, and E&S is very pleased to be working with them," said E&S President and CEO James Oyler. "We believe that by combining the technologies, expertise and market knowledge of our three organizations, we will be able to offer the Russian market the very best in simulation." "Teaming with E&S, we combine its superb visualization with leading-edge TsAGI technologies in aircraft mathematical modeling and many other advanced technologies available in the Russian simulation industry. It is an alliance of strong partners that will introduce very competitive, high quality simulators to the market," said Vladimir Dmitriev, TsAGI director general. About Evans & Sutherland Evans & Sutherland produces professional hardware and software to create highly realistic visual images for simulation, training, engineering and other applications throughout the world. E&S visual systems are used in both military and commercial systems, as well as planetariums and interactive theaters. Visit the E&S Web site at http://www.es.com. About TsAGI Founded in 1918, TsAGI is the one of the largest scientific research centers in the world. Throughout its history, TsAGI has been known for its outstanding scientific contributions to aerodynamics and aerospace technology. Today's TsAGI focuses on basic aerospace studies, applied research, structural design, pilot training and testing. About Penza Simulation Design Co. Established in 1946 to develop preflight test systems for airborne equipment, Penza Simulation Design Co. has been designing and manufacturing flight simulators since 1957. Today, Penza-designed simulators are used by 46 countries operating Russian-made aircraft. E&S and Harmony are trademarks or registered trademarks of Evans & Sutherland Computer Corp., Salt Lake City.
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