Hands-on interactive test bench dedicated to propulsion theory
Real-time operation of a mini-turbine jet engine
Practical understanding of the thermodynamic and aerodynamic principles of a turbojet operation
The WESTT MGT is a movable bench with a fully instrumented engine
It is dedicated to universities, engineering schools and technical colleges
It is an ideal platform for theoretical and experimental approach to current challenges such as noise and environmental pollution
Covers a variety of training subjects
Construction: 3D dynamic view of engine architecture.
Systems: in-depth exploration of hydraulics lines and their components.
Thermodynamics: Brayton cycle representation, pressure and temperature measurement.
Aerodynamics: velocity triangles
Main components of the bench
Thermocouples and pressure sensors for numerous data acquisition
A set of exhaust nozzles to understand impact of geometry on performance
A modern and intuitive software for a quick reading use, with strong visual tools, can be used as teaching aid during lectures when connected to a video projector.
Control and safety
The engine is remotely controlled from a rugged case containing a laptop with touch screen interface, engine’s controllers (thrust lever, mode selector and master switch) and an emergency stop.
The gas turbine is surrounded by a safety shield
Emergency stops and extinguisher complement the bench.
