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ASD-STE100 Simplified Technical English: what's new in Issue 9

  • Presentation
  • Language and Translation Technologies
  • 12. November
  • 15:00 - 15:01 PM (CET)
  • C5.2/3
  • Mr. Orlando Chiarello

    Mr. Orlando Chiarello

    • Simplified Technical English Maintenance Group
  • Daniela Zambrini

    Daniela Zambrini

    • eXeL8

Contents

The release of Issue 9 brings significant updates to ASD-STE100 Simplified Technical English (STE). This talk will explore the transition from "specification" to "standard," highlighting its growing recognition and the alignment of its linguistic terminology with international standards through metaterminology harmonization.

Key changes include major revisions to the writing rules, offering clearer wording, new general recommendations, and added clarifications to enhance usability. The dictionary has also been extensively updated, with over 600 terms reviewed, including new entries, removals, and improved examples. These enhancements extend the applicability of STE to industries beyond aerospace and defense, making it a more versatile and inclusive resource for technical communicators across various fields.

This session provides a focused overview to help attendees quickly grasp the updates and incorporate them into their professional practices.

Takeaways

A copy of the new issue 9 of ASD-STE100 Simplified Technical English, released in January 2025.

A summary of the important changes and improvements resulting from the new release.

Prior knowledge

No prior knowledge of STE is required. Professional proficiency in English is recommended.

Speakers

Mr. Orlando Chiarello

Mr. Orlando Chiarello

  • Simplified Technical English Maintenance Group
Biography

Orlando Chiarello is a Product Support Manager at Secondo Mona, an Italian aerospace system manufacturer. He oversees product support services, including maintenance manuals. As the Chairperson of the ASD Simplified Technical English Maintenance Group, he has contributed to the development of ASD-STE100 since its inception in 1983. Orlando is a member of multiple national and international working groups and a member of COM&TEC

Orlando Chiarello is a Product Support Manager at Secondo Mona, an Italian aerospace system manufacturer. He oversees product support services, including maintenance manuals. As the Chairperson of the ASD Simplified Technical English Maintenance Group, he has contributed to the development of ASD-STE100 since its inception in 1983. Orlando is a member of multiple national and international working groups and a member of COM&TEC

Daniela Zambrini

Daniela Zambrini

  • eXeL8
Biography

Daniela Zambrini worked in the airline industry for 30 years and has been a freelance translator and editor for over 20 years. She specializes in aviation, defense, and logistics. She earned a degree in Foreign Languages and a Master’s in Specialized Translation. Since 2014, she has been an International Partner of the ASD STEMG, contributing to the development of the ASD-STE100 standard. Daniela is a Certified Trainer for STE and an active participant in the technical communication and translator communities. She is a member of ATII, and AIDAA. She also serves on the COM&TEC board.

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