The technology of epoxy tooling, at present under continuous development, is used for the rapid manufacture cost-effective tools small batch production. It a valid alternative with no need expensive investment in metallic moulds development new products. Current investigations are focused on improvements to production system, improved tool performance, cost reduction and manufacturing sustainab...

Most passengers, airlines, and the aircraft industry in general are used to very high safety standards and precautions surrounding aircraft systems. As the computerization of aircraft steadily progresses, the question of security, i.e. the protection against intentional manipulations, becomes increasingly relevant. This article focuses on these security challenges. In particular, it adds the fo...

Ireland's banking system is among the most open in the world, with a significant amount of the industry headquartered in other countries. In this paper we examine the development of the industry in the run up to the recent domestic and international financial crises. We highlight the three distinct categories of banks operating in Ireland, which allows for a more accurate analysis of the intera...