Advanced Technology Services

Use this basic performance test at the engine's rated conditions (speed and MAP) to verify the engine's power output meets rated specifications. This test typically includes:

• Power check
• Short run-in (approximately 30 minutes)
• One hour oil consumption test 
• Engine installation and setup in dynamometer test cell

This is a comprehensive full-load performance test across the engine's normal speed range, and typically includes:

• Engine Dynamometer Power Check tests
• Full throttle mixture distribution performed at fixed speed and MAP to verify proper engine operation
• Bare carburetor/injector full-load speed sweep (for data correction purposes) 
• Full-load performance test across the engine speed range (typically at best power fuel-air mixture setting)

This is a comprehensive engine performance test across the engine’s normal operating range, and typically includes:

• Engine Dynamometer Full Power Run tests
• Engine performance sweeps across all operating speeds and manifold pressure points to map the engine performance for fuel consumption and power output.

Test Cells have the following capabilities:

• Eddy Current (EC) engine dynamometer test systems capable from 60 to 1000 hp at speeds up to 10,000 rpm
• AC Motoring engine dynamometer test system capable up to 200 hp and 4000 rpm
• Capable of running both liquid and air cooled engine
• Engine performance measurement includes: speed, torque, power, fuel consumption, pressures, temperatures, fluid flows, heat rejection, and vibration (translational and torsional)
• In-cylinder combustion pressure and analysis (AVL Indi-Modul, MTS CAS, and discrete measurement)
• Automated test cycle control and data acquisition for standard and endurance testing
• Pressure altitude simulation for the engine exhaust and induction systems
• Multiple grades of fuel are available at each test stand; up to (5) varieties from in-ground storage tanks; and capable of running specialty fuels supplied by the barrel

Flight Stand Test Cells have the following capabilities:

• Indoor engine flight test stands allowing the engine to be mounted as though it were in the airframe
• Engine performance measurement includes: speed, fuel consumption, pressures, temperatures, fluid flows, heat rejection, and vibration (translational and torsional).
• In-cylinder combustion pressure and analysis (AVL Indi-Modul, MTS CAS, and discrete measurement
• Automated test cycle control and data acquisition for standard and endurance testing
• Pressure altitude simulation for the engine exhaust and induction systems
• Multiple grades of fuel are available at each test stand; and are capable of running specialty fuels supplied by the barrel

The Component Motoring Test Stand has the following capabilities:

• Motoring test rigs up to 75 hp for engine and powertrain component testing
• Torsional and hydraulic test stands to simulate component loads for endurance, performance, and integrity testing
• Engine airflow test stands for development of induction system and cylinder head configurations
• Fuel flow test stands for testing carburetors and fuel injection systems, both performance and durability
• Refrigerated cold room to test engine starting down to 0°F

Altitude Testing has the following capabilities:

• Pressure altitude simulation system to imitate engine performance to 25,000 feet MSL
• Flow rates up to 5000 CFM (more than 2,000 hp)

Get personalized, in-depth service from a specialized engineer.

• System Engineer - $234 per hour
• Lead Engineer - $234 per hour
• Design Engineer - $208 per hour
• Test Engineer - $208 per hour
• Field Test Support - $208 per hour

Prices are effective as of January 1, 2024.