15 MW Turboprop Test Facility – MTU Maintenance GmbH, Ludwisgsfelde, Germany

Project

Complete turnkey supply of a turboshaft engine test facility for repair, overhaul, research, and development

Features

  • 15 MW capacity
  • Quick engine change out capability
  • MRO & R&D testing capability

Capabilities

  • Europrop International TP 400 Engine

Test Systems Provided

  • Aerodynamics and acoustics
  • Inlet and exhaust systems
  • Load absorption system (Dynamometer)
  • Dynamometer base frame
  • Overhead engine handling system
  • Complete fuel storage and delivery system
  • Engine air start system
  • Engine oil replenishing & drain system
  • Cooling water system
  • PLC-based facility control system
  • proDAS data acquisition system
  • Facility water system
  • Fire suppression system
  • Engine test procedures
  • Throttle control systems

MDS Project Scope

  • Detailed civil design and construction
  • Engine test systems
  • Data acquisition systems
  • Facility PLC systems
  • Engine control systems
  • Documentation and training
  • Project management