http://www.turbinetechnologies.com RSS feeds for Turbine Technologies 60 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/81/georgia-southern-university-utlizes-turbine-technologies-gas-turbine-engine-lab-to-investigate-alternative-fuel#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=81 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=81&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/81/georgia-southern-university-utlizes-turbine-technologies-gas-turbine-engine-lab-to-investigate-alternative-fuel Dr. Valentine Soloui, Professor and Allen E. Paulson Distinguished Chair of the Automotive and Aerospace Combustion Laboratory at Georgia Southern University, was recently published by AIAA (American Institute for Aeronautics and Astronautics) for work he and his Mechanical Engineering graduate and undergrad students completed on the application of an IPK fuel, that was burned in a Turbine Technologies, Ltd.'s SR30 gas turbine engine.    According to the paper's abstract:  "The pollution from aerospace transportation is rapidly becoming the largest source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The FAA expects aviation emissions to almost triple by 2050, making the aerospace industry responsible for the release of approximately 25% of the global carbon dioxide budget. These aviation emissions, including CO2and NOx, as well as other GHGs, contribute to the destruction of ozone layer. Carbon dioxide emissions have a particularly negative effect on humans, leading to airway diseases especially in children and elderly. To combat the addition of further GHG emissions into the atmosphere, it is necessary to increase engine efficiency while reducing the NVH signature. Synthetic kerosene has a high potential for both commercial and military use due to their low soot emissions and their favorable balance of fuel properties. The purpose of this study is to investigate combustion, emissions and NVH produced by combustion of synthetic kerosene (IPK) in a drone single stage gas turbine. Electronic data acquisition systems, including microphones, accelerometers, load cells, Mie scattering for sprays characterization, a constant volume combustion chamber (CVCC) and a state of art FTIR emissions analyzer were employed to during this project on the IPK and the jet engine." Learn more about our educational lab products here.   Mike Kutrieb Wed, 06 Jan 2021 17:41:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:81 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/72/students-bring-new-life-to-legacy-jet-engine-lab-system#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=72 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=72&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/72/students-bring-new-life-to-legacy-jet-engine-lab-system   Sixteen years ago, Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston acquired a MiniLabTM Gas Turbine Power System from Turbine Technologies, Ltd.  The engine and support systems have weathered time and student use nicely, but some sensors needed attention and a modern data acquisition system was desired.       Newly Created Virtual lnstrument for improved gas turbine engine data gathering at Wentworth Institute of Technology Students and their faculty advisors decided to make this into an in-house project and the results are very impressive.  For additional details:  Wentworth Inst Tech Final_Report_Mini_Jet_Turbine_Analysis_and_Testing.pdf      Administrator Account Thu, 10 Nov 2016 16:51:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:72 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/63/esteemed-professor-and-son-visit-ttl#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=63 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=63&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/63/esteemed-professor-and-son-visit-ttl Turbine Technologies, LTD. (TTL) was honored to host Dr. Horacio Perez-Blanco, Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Penn State University and his son Dr. Marcos Perez-Blanco, an engineer for Madison, Wisconsin-based Epic, a healthcare software developer. Dr. Perez-Blanco has been a long-term operator of a number of TTL engineering educational systems, integrating the gas turbine, steam turbine and centrifugal pumping trainers into Penn State’s engineering labs over the past 14 years. “Because of his strong background in energy systems, Dr. Perez-Blanco was always interested in seeing our small, but dynamic company.  He does such a great job of developing interesting methodologies to teach key energy engineering topics at Penn State”, stated applications engineer Perry Kuznar of Turbine Technologies.    “Both gentlemen were able to see, first-hand, TTL’s integrated capabilities by touring our design center, rapid prototyping lab, vacuum investment foundry, machining center, assembly areas and jet engine test cells”, stated TTL’s vice president Toby Kutrieb. The highlight of the visit was a “meeting of the minds” between Dr. Perez-Blanco and TTL’s Company founder and President, Mr. Wolfgang Kutrieb.  With both gentlemen so well versed in energy technologies, including jet engine development, the conversation covered many pertinent topics regarding energy technology advancements for both education and industry. TTL team members were excited to meet both Dr. Perez-Blancos.  The connection with a long-standing customer has grown even stronger and fortifies the idea that it is highly beneficial for education and industry to work together.  “These kinds of visits help serve the future educational needs of engineers and technologists”, stated TTL president Wolfgang Kutrieb. From Left to RIght:  Wolfgang Kutrieb, Dr. Perez Blanco, Dr. Marcos Perez-Blanco Administrator Account Thu, 05 Feb 2015 17:07:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:63 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/62/turbine-technologies-first-and-only-gas-turbine-engine-manufacturer-to-offer-electronic-models-to-enhance-education#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=62 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=62&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/62/turbine-technologies-first-and-only-gas-turbine-engine-manufacturer-to-offer-electronic-models-to-enhance-education Turbine Technologies, Ltd. has recently announced the addition of a new software piece that will enhance the educational experience offered by our fully functioning gas turbine lab products (MiniLab and TurboGen).  "We're the only equipment manufacturer of a turnkey jet engine demonstrator that not only offers a complete data acquisition solution, but now also offers a software piece that entails electronic solid models of all aerodynamic flow components and their related material properties", said new business development manager Perry Kuznar, P.E.  This package will allow follow on analysis with F.E.A and C.F.D. tools and even more basic calculations like velocity vector diagrams.  As solid models, these files will also offer mass properties and be able to provide volume and component weights.   Toby Kutrieb, VP explains "We are uniquely positioned to offer these files because of the fact that we are the original designer and manufacturer of the SR30 turbojet engine.  Other providers of this type of equipment typically package surplus engine solutions, or even use hobby engines developed around automotive turbocharger parts and are therefore not privy to the actual design files".  For additional information, please click here. Mike Kutrieb Wed, 18 Jun 2014 15:11:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:62 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/53/wisconsin-state-representative-roger-rivard-visits-turbine-technologies#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=53 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=53&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/53/wisconsin-state-representative-roger-rivard-visits-turbine-technologies   Wisconsin’s 75th District Representative, Roger Rivard, recently took time out of his busy schedule to visit Turbine Technologies, Ltd. (TTL) of Chetek, WI.   “Mr. Rivard’s visit allowed our group to familiarize him with our company and specifically to discuss future job creation opportunities at our facility”, stated Perry Kuznar, TTL VP.   Wolfgang Kutrieb, TTL founder and company president, thanked Mr. Rivard for his successful efforts in moving the district forward- specifically with his recent jobs creation bill that passed the Wisconsin Senate by a margin of 26-7.  Mr. Kutrieb went on to say that “Our family business has been operating in Chetek since 1978 and we’ve witnessed the impact, both positively and negatively, of the vision and actions of our political representatives.  We greatly appreciate the fact that Mr. Rivard comes from a small business background and that he shares our vision in job creation.    Our products ship to over 100 countries worldwide with an export rate that approaches 60%.  Our continued growth in this market sector will require additional investments and we look forward to a cooperative working relationship that will grow opportunities at our company and within this rural district.”     ###     About TTL       Turbine Technologies is an engineering and technology company that designs and manufactures educational laboratory equipment.  TTL products ship to engineering colleges and research institutions around the globe and are presently in operation at over 100 countries worldwide.  Visit:  www.turbinetechnologies.com       Mike Kutrieb Mon, 02 Jul 2012 17:18:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:53 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/34/bangkok-thailand-company-completes-turbojet-engine-operator-training#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=34 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=34&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/34/bangkok-thailand-company-completes-turbojet-engine-operator-training Mr. Thanesvorn Siri-achawawath, Innovative Instruments Company’s sales manager, from Bangkok, Thailand recently completed turbojet engine operator training at Turbine Technologies’ facility in Chetek, Wisconsin.  "His visit to Wisconsin enables him to provide specific product support elements to Innovative Instruments’ university clients in Thailand”, stated Holly Buchman (Product Applications Specialist at Turbine Technologies, Ltd.).  Holly went on to mention that "Not only was his visit educational from the hands-on side of equipment operation, but it also allowed Thanesvorn to become familiar with our in-house design and manufacturing capabilities and to put names with faces.”  His tour included a brief overview of numerous unique aspects that included Turbine Technologies’ rapid prototyping lab, super-alloy foundry and engine test cells.   Perry Kuznar, Turbine Technologies’ VP, remarked “We’re looking forward to adding engineering educators from Thailand to our growing operator family. The first gas turbine lab delivery scheduled for Innovative Instruments is planned for the latter half of October, 2012 and will join units that are presently operating at the Royal Thai Air Force and the Civilian Aviation Center in Thailand.”   Pictured, from left to right:  Perry Kuznar, TTL VP, Mr. Thanesvorn Siri-achawawath of Innovative Instruments Tom Kutrieb, TTL engine specialist, Holly Buchman, TTL Product Applications Specialist.    Pctured above:  Turbine Technologies, Ltd.'s gas turbine engine test facility WindLab product demonstration Rapid Prototyping Lab tour        Mike Kutrieb Tue, 26 Jun 2012 18:39:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:34 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/3/university-of-aalborg-denmarks-product-support-request-results-in-a-new-software-offering#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=3 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/3/university-of-aalborg-denmarks-product-support-request-results-in-a-new-software-offering Professor Lasse Rosendahl, Ph.D., of Aalborg University in Denmark, recently acquired Turbine Technologies’ (TTL) new software offering to facilitate Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and bio-fuels combustion studies. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:48:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/5/minilab-power-system-supports-arpa-e-bio-fuels-testing#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=5 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=5&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/5/minilab-power-system-supports-arpa-e-bio-fuels-testing TTL released a story through various media outlets which focused on its’ MiniLab™ Gas Turbine Power System being utilized for Bio-Fuels Research. Tue, 13 Sep 2011 22:09:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:5 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/20/aero-international#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=20 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=20&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/20/aero-international Magazine article about the Gas Turbine Lab published in Aero International Download the complete Article Here (PDF Format) Sat, 15 May 2010 15:28:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:20 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/10/turbine-technologies-ltd-delivers-first-turbogen-system-to-russian-university#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=10 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/10/turbine-technologies-ltd-delivers-first-turbogen-system-to-russian-university Turbine Technologies, Ltd. (TTL) has announced the shipment of its very first commercially configured TurboGen™ Gas Turbine Electrical Generation System to Perm State Technological University in Moscow, Russia. Fri, 09 Apr 2010 22:35:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/12/bio-diesel-successfully-run-in-sr-30-jet-engine#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=12 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=12&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/12/bio-diesel-successfully-run-in-sr-30-jet-engine Sometimes, it pays to know your neighbors. Sun Power Bio-Diesel of Cumberland, WI is a producer of cold-flow canola-based bio-diesel fuel. Tue, 09 Jun 2009 22:49:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:12 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/14/turbine-technologies-ltd-introduces-new-gas-turbine-genset-for-energy-education-and-research#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=14 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=14&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/14/turbine-technologies-ltd-introduces-new-gas-turbine-genset-for-energy-education-and-research Turbine Technologies, Ltd. (TTL) is on track for April delivery of its new TurboGen™ gas turbine electrical power generating station. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 23:58:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:14 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/39/onetouch-eases-turbine-engine-operation#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=39 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=39&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/39/onetouch-eases-turbine-engine-operation System Automates, Monitors MiniLab™ Gas Turbine Power System To further enhance MiniLab™ Gas Turbine Power System operation, Turbine Technologies, LTD is introducing the OneTouch™ Gas Turbine Auto Start System. What was once an involved procedure of manipulating several switches at critical times has now been simplified through the touch of a button. "As simple and reliable as jet engines are, their operation can be rather intimidating," said Tom Kutrieb, VP of Engine Manufacturing at Turbine Technologies. "The proper procedures, executed in the right order, and with regard to certain critical parameters are necessary to start any turbine engine. Failure to follow the correct steps may lead to a poorly running or possibly damaged engine. The OneTouch automatically performs both the start sequencing and engine monitoring functions of the MiniLab's SR-30 engine, relieving the operator of these tasks." The OneTouch™ system is a fully integrated, microprocessor based controller designed to precisely manage all aspects of MiniLab™ operation without compromising the main objective of engineering education. "A recent survey of our current MiniLab operators confirmed that the MiniLab system is a valuable tool for the study of gas turbine theory and operation. Unfortunately, some colleges and universities perceive the MiniLab to be a little too valuable in that only a few, designated individuals are actually allowed to run the unit," Mr. Kutrieb said. "The true educational value of the MiniLab is diminished if the operator becomes preoccupied with basic systems monitoring. With the OneTouch, anyone can run the engine, experience the noise and excitement of a jet engine firsthand and fully concentrate on data gathering or other educational goals without directly having to worry about engine operational limits." Operation of the MiniLab™ with the OneTouch™ is intuitive and straightforward. A green start button commences the start operation. System status is provided via an operator display screen on the main instrument panel. The system can be stopped at any time by pressing the easily recognized, red stop button. Electronic monitoring ensures all temperature and RPM limits are maintained. If any parameter is exceeded, the OneTouch™ system commands a safe and immediate shutdown of the engine. The operator is then alerted to the cause. The OneTouch™ system records all start/stop cycles and total engine run time. Other diagnostic functions determine system parameters such as fuel and oil level. Both hardware and software of the OneTouch™ is designed to be extensible, making incorporation of additional features and future enhancements an easy affair. The OneTouch™ is now standard on all production MiniLab™ systems. An upgrade package is also available for current MiniLab™ operators. Mike Kutrieb Wed, 11 May 2005 20:49:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:39 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/36/navy-beats-army-triumphs-over-isabel#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=36 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=36&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/36/navy-beats-army-triumphs-over-isabel Future Aviators, Engineers Learn with Miniature Turbojet On September 18, 2003, Hurricane Isabel, a level five hurricane, made landfall on the North Carolina coastline. Five hours later, the hurricane had tracked northwest and was releasing a deluge on the grounds of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis. The rain and accompanying storm surge of the Severn River left much of the campus under eight feet of water. Also under water was a newly delivered Turbine Technologies MiniLab Gas Turbine Power System, still in its delivery crate. While the Navy and some 400 contractors were rebuilding the Academy grounds and classrooms, Turbine Technologies was preparing a new MiniLab. "As the remnants of Isabel were sliding across the Great Lakes and into Canada, Turbine Technologies staff was in contact with Naval Academy officials to get the MiniLab returned to our facility for damage assessment," said Todd Gaines, Product Applications Specialist at Turbine Technologies. "We anticipated the worst, considering that the unit was submerged in salt water." Although an initial assessment suggested the unit could be repaired, the decision was made to remanufacture the MiniLab as if it were a new production unit. Working with Professor Martin Cerza of the Academy's Mechanical Engineering Department and Professor Maido Saarlas of the Aerospace Engineering Department, Turbine Technologies expedited construction and testing of a new MiniLab. By mid May of 2004, the Naval Academy took delivery of their "second" new MiniLab Gas Turbine Power System and safely stored it away on high ground awaiting the completion of repairs to the laboratory facilities where it would eventually be used. With Hurricane Isabel a distant memory, midshipmen, faculty and staff at the Academy finally had a chance this week to fire up their MiniLab for the first time. Beating Hurricane Isabel, the Army and frigid temperatures, midshipmen from the Naval Academy get a chance to operate their new MiniLab Gas Turbine Power system during its inaugural run Because there was still some work to be done to the gas turbine lab facilities at the Academy, the unit could not be operated in its intended location. The training technician from Turbine Technologies suggested that the unit simply be rolled to an adjacent door for the first run. Despite frigid temperatures, the midshipmen did just that and the unit was up and running. Academy instructors and lab techs were given instruction on the unit's operation and usage in preparation for future academy mechanical and aerospace engineering classes. Those interested in using the MiniLab for research were also briefed. Anyone else who braved the cold temperatures was given the opportunity to be amongst the first to operate the unit. As training was nearing completion, one enthusiastic midshipman wanted to know "…whether army had one of these?" The training technician smiled and remarked, "No…. not yet. You beat them again." Satisfied, the midshipmen nodded and hurried off to another assignment. The Naval Academy's MiniLab Gas Turbine Power System joins the ranks of over 15 other MiniLab systems used for teaching and research at service academies and military installations around the world. Mike Kutrieb Thu, 27 Jan 2005 21:14:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:36 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/35/second-gas-turbine-arrives-in-singapore#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=35 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=35&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/35/second-gas-turbine-arrives-in-singapore The tiny island nation of Singapore recently took delivery of its second MiniLab Gas Turbine Power System. Temasek Engineering School, a division of Temasek Polytechnic, operated their jet engine for the first time today. Temasek Engineering follows Ngee Ann Polytechnic, which purchased a MiniLab System earlier this year. Mr. Chia Kwee Heng of the Department of Mechatronics Engineering at Temasek initiated the purchase of the MiniLab system for usage in their mechatronic and electrical engineering, ECTM and continuing education programs (pictured second from right).                                           The mechatronic and electrical engineering programs at Temasek include a "cluster option" in aerospace engineering and aerospace electronics. This program, unique to Temasek, allows students to specialize in a particular field of study such as electrical engineering while getting a firm grounding in topics specific to aerospace and aerospace electronics. Operation of the MiniLab System will expose these students to typical aerospace practice while affording them significant hands on operational experience that would be difficult to achieve in a more traditional academic manner. Temasek's ECTM program works in a similar manner in that it gives first year students a broad exposure to engineering topics in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering and Microelectronics. The MiniLab will be used to stress real world applications within these study areas permitting entering students a better understanding of these specific disciplines before committing to a diploma track. Continuing education programs will also benefit through the hands on aspect.  Graduates from Temasek go on to work in a variety of industries. Knowledge and experience gained through operation and study of the MiniLab will serve these students well as they begin their careers in engineering.   Mike Kutrieb Tue, 18 Jan 2005 19:07:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:35 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/43/university-of-wisconsin-promotes-technology-transfer-with-turbine-technologies#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=43 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=43&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/43/university-of-wisconsin-promotes-technology-transfer-with-turbine-technologies Ceramic Laser Machining, Real-Time Sensor Applications Examined to Further Gas Turbine Engine Performance Exploring collaborative research and practical technology transfer opportunities, the University of Wisconsin - Madison sent six distinguished professors and members of the Chancellor's staff to Chetek, Wisconsin to visit with engineers and managers from Turbine Technologies. The UW - Madison team was particularly interested in the company's line of small gas turbine engines manufactured for education and research purposes, as well as unmanned aerial vehicle and distributed power applications, and was seeking ideas as to how to practically apply current University research projects to relevant gas turbine problems. "Turbine Technologies has always sought out and employed advanced technologies, particularly within our gas turbine applications," said Mike Kutrieb, VP of Turbine Technologies. "We spend a considerable amount of time in research and development in an attempt to extract every bit of performance from our engines. When the University of Wisconsin - Madison requested a visit to view our progress and discuss specific technology transfer opportunities, we were more than eager to meet with them." Among the UW - Madison visitors was Professor Frank Pfefferkorn, a graduate of Purdue University doing cutting-edge research in ceramic material manufacturing techniques. Directing UW - Madison's Laser-Assisted Multi-Scale Manufacturing Laboratory, Professor Pfefferkorn has published numerous papers describing work relating to the use of lasers for ceramic machining. Professor Pfefferkorn discussed his work in depth and examined several engine components that could benefit from his research efforts.   University of Wisconsin- Madison faculty stop for a picture following a close examination of Turbine Technologies' MiniLab Gas Turbine Power System during their visit to discuss research and technology transfer opportunities  Mr. Kutrieb remarked, "Turbine Technologies is well versed in high-temperature, precision vacuum investment casting of conventional stainless steels and Super Alloys. Our efforts in engine optimization have brought us within the practical temperature limits of these materials. For this reason, we've become particularly interested in ceramics and are committing substantial resources to determining effective ways of utilizing these materials to allow higher gas turbine operating temperatures and the efficiencies those operating realms afford. Professor Pfefferkorn's work is extremely exciting and indicative of the direction we wish to move." Professor Patrick Farrell, Director of the Engine Research Center at the UW - Madison described the scope of his work relating to engine combustion and current sensor technology used to measure those processes. The Engine Research Center, a U.S. Army Center of Excellence, is a major research and educational institution investigating the fundamentals and applications of internal combustion engines. Turbine Technologies' engineers, working under a recently awarded U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command Research and Development contract focusing on small gas turbine performance, were particularly interested in Professor Farrell's ideas and work relating to real-time measurement of internal engine operating parameters. Also present were Professor Gregory Nellis, Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering - Massachusetts Institute of Technology, working on gas bearing supported turbomachinery, and Professor Riccardo Bonazza, Ph.D. Aeronautics - California Institute of Technology, currently doing research on shock wave suppression. Dean Lawrence Casper and Chancellor's Office Director Allen Dines further met with company representatives to promote the University's overall research capabilities and to offer such services to Turbine Technologies in its work of advancing small gas turbine performance.     Mike Kutrieb Wed, 15 Dec 2004 22:44:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:43 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/40/active-turbine-blade-tip-measurement#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=40 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=40&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/40/active-turbine-blade-tip-measurement Universite de Liege Professor Modifies Small Turbojet for Research   Olivier Leonard of the Universite de Liege in Belgium completed a visit to Turbine Technologies' factory where he participated in the modification and testing of an engine specifically for experimentation. Recognizing the usefulness of the SR-30 Turbojet as a jet engine research platform, Professor Leonard requested a particular modification to further his work in advancing jet engine testing and operational measurement techniques. Utilizing a stock SR-30 from the Universite de Liege's MiniLab Gas Turbine Power System, a series of modifications were engineered that allowed the mounting of a specialized linear capacitive distance sensor. This sensor was positioned in such a way that an active measurement could be made of turbine blade tip distances during operation of the engine. "We worked together with Dr. Leonard to engineer a safe modification to his engine that would permit the type of measurements he was after," said Tom Kutrieb, Turbine Technologies' Director of Engine Manufacturing. "The initial idea was raised almost a year ago, but because of the school's heavy usage of the engine and Dr. Leonard's busy schedule, it was only now that we've had the opportunity to make the modifications. The sensor installed was considered so valuable and essential to Dr. Leonard's research that he personally delivered it and was on hand to observe and test its installation."   In just a few days, the modifications were complete and the engine was installed in Turbine Technologies' test cell for initial trials and to calibrate the sensor. Professor Leonard provided a signal-conditioning unit that interfaced directly with the equipment in the company's test cell. With the engine under power, instrumentation showed the sensor to be working properly and that useful data would be available. Even after a short test run, it was apparent that turbine blade growth due to thermal expansion would be easily measured with the sensor and signal conditioner. Professor Leonard is the Director of Turbine Propulsion Research at Liege. He has co-authored several papers on the development of new measurement methodologies that enable robust real time detection of faulty measurements through statistical means, and to suppress these faults during the test. Automatic learning methods such as artificial neural networks are also being studied for application and matching to the developed robust validation procedures. The end goal is to develop an efficient way to identify which sensor may be contributing faulty data during engine tests in real time rather than during data reduction well after the test is completed. The SR-30 engine factors prominently in the development of these methods because of acquisition cost, operating economy and ease of operation. "Turbine Technologies usually discourages operator modifications of engines. However, when accomplished with factory approval and used in a controlled research setting, the engine is ideally suited for studies such as those being conducted by Dr. Leonard. We welcome such opportunities and like to use his work as an interesting example of what the SR-30 and MiniLab Gas Turbine System are capable of in a research setting," remarked Mr. Kutrieb. Professor Leonard holds an SR30 Cutaway Model while determining where to install the active turbine blade tip clearance sensor.  "I had quite a successful week in Chetek!" said Professor Leonard following the installation and test of the measurement system   Mike Kutrieb Fri, 16 Apr 2004 21:00:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:40 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/26/national-engineers-week#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=26 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=26&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/26/national-engineers-week National Engineer's Week Article (PDF Format) New gas turbine propulsion laboratory headed for Maine Maritime Academy Mon, 05 Apr 2004 16:02:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:26 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/1/aero-space-testing-international-portable-laboratory#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=1 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=1&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/1/aero-space-testing-international-portable-laboratory Turbine Technologies, Ltd is now offering it's educational gas turbine laboratory system to the aerospace testing sector.  Mini-Lab (Gas Turbine engine, enclosed test stand and all necessary accessories) comes fully assembled and ready to operate.   Thu, 16 Jan 2003 14:01:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:1 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/70/no-nox-water-and-fuel-mix-well#Comments 0 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=84&ModuleID=432&ArticleID=70 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=70&PortalID=0&TabID=84 http://www.turbinetechnologies.com/news/articletype/articleview/articleid/70/no-nox-water-and-fuel-mix-well Kettering University fired up a Turbine Technologies' SR30 jet engine last week looking for better emissions from commercial jet engines.   Kettering University fired up a SR30 gas turbine jet engine last week looking for better emissions from commercial jet engines. Researchers hope that improvements to the fuel through the use of an additive will help the environment. Project manager Homayun Navaz, associate professor of Mechanical Engineering, will take the findings and his hopes for a Phase II study to Cleveland in mid-December. Co-principal investigator is Greg Davis, professor of Mechanical Engineering. "The results of our testing at Kettering look promising," Navaz said. "We are asking NASA's Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio, to fund the work into the second phase and continue our testing at their facilities on a larger scale jet engine. "The main idea," Navaz said, "is to reduce the amount of nitrogen oxide (NOx) that is usually produced in jet fuels during burning. The release of NOx into the atmosphere has a long-term effect on the environment, because it causes the depletion of the ozone layer. The focus of the project was to test some new fuels manufactured by Lubrizol Corp." Navaz put together a team of specialists, including Davis, to look at new fuels and test a fuel additive called purinox, which can reduce NOx without losing performance. The testing included a secret ingredient: water! The water was encapsulated in little soap bubbles and suspended through the fuel. Testing at Kettering's test cell lab measured thrust, NOx, air/fuel ratio, and revolutions per minute. "There was a reduction in NOx emissions," Davis said, "but the dramatic difference was a 50 percent reduction in unburned hydrocarbons (or partially burned fuel) from the engine. We didn't expect that difference. That was a surprise," he added. Davis noted that using an additive improved NOx emissions without losing performance. "That's the advantage," he said. "You improve the fuel so you don't need a new jet or new engine. That's what NASA is intrigued with." Navaz will meet with NASA officials in about two weeks. If the project moves forward, the next set of tests may take place at commercial test sites, probably in Ohio. 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