A Subsystem Integration Technology Concept

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Nick Carter, H., author.

Conference Name:

Aerospace Atlantic Conference & Exposition (1993-04-20 : Dayton, Ohio, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1993

Summary:

McDonnell Douglas Aerospace teamed with Pratt and Whitney and AlliedSignal Aerospace Company for the Subsystem integration Technology (SUIT) program to examine the opportunities for improvement in subsystem integration and to identify a new integration concept.This concept integrates all aircraft and engine power and cooling systems into a Thermal and Energy Management Module (T/EMM); combines gas separation and usage systems; integrates fuel pumping systems; and integrates utility subsystem controls. The T/EMM is the heart of the concept. It is powered by engine bleed air, rejects heat to engine bypass air, powers airframe and engine subsystems, and provides airframe cooling. The T/EMM can operate autonomously in emergencies or for ground operation.Performance analyses confirmed the feasibility of the T/EMM concept and demonstrated a 40% reduction in the number of components and a 1,000 lbs reduction in subsystem weight. The weight savings combined with increased energy efficiency reduce vehicle take-off gross weight by 10%. These reductions in equipment and vehicle size translate into significant acquisition and support cost savings

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Publisher Number:

931382

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license