AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Presented by
Mark Stinson
Operations Director
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Presented by Mark Stinson
AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Introduction
Substantial improvements are needed to aircraft and engine health
monitoring and management technologies, services and processes.
Working towards a global maintenance system by
integrating interoperable aircraft and ground segments ………
will ensure continuous aircraft availability by
minimising operational disruptions
and the associated costs, while increasing the level of safety.
SES_AC_Health_Mgt_Dec07
Presented by Mark Stinson
AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Introduction
Substantial improvements are needed to aircraft and engine health
monitoring and management technologies, services and processes.
Working towards a global maintenance system by
integrating interoperable aircraft and ground segments ………
will ensure continuous aircraft availability by
minimising operational disruptions
and the associated costs, while increasing the level of safety.
This a BIG subject
SES_AC_Health_Mgt_Dec07
Presented by Mark Stinson
AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Introduction
Substantial improvements are needed to aircraft and engine health
monitoring and management technologies, services and processes.
Working towards a global maintenance system by
integrating interoperable aircraft and ground segments ………
will ensure continuous aircraft availability by
minimising operational disruptions
and the associated costs, while increasing the level of safety.
This a BIG subject
Data is the Key
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AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Data is the Key
• Data is the source of information that can report
the condition of:
– Aircraft avionics
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This can be achieved by interfacing to an
existing aircraft avionics bus or by
direct connection to avionic units
Presented by Mark Stinson
AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Data is the Key
• Data is the source of information that can report
the condition of:
– Aircraft avionics
– Aircraft utility systems
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Again, by interfacing to an existing
aircraft avionics bus or by
direct connection to the utility
Presented by Mark Stinson
AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Data is the Key
• Data is the source of information that can report
the condition of:
– Aircraft avionics
– Aircraft utility systems
– Aircraft sub-systems
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As before, by interfacing to an existing
aircraft avionics bus or by
direct connection to the sub-system
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AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Data is the Key
• Data is the source of information that can report
the condition of:
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Aircraft avionics
Aircraft utility systems
Aircraft sub-systems
Aircraft structure
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This usually requires dedicated sensors
to be fitted in carefully selected locations
Presented by Mark Stinson
AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Data is the Key
• Data is the source of information that can report
the condition of:
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Aircraft avionics
Aircraft utility systems
Aircraft sub-systems
Aircraft structure
Engine health
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If not fitted at engine manufacture, a
specialist Engine Monitoring Unit will be
required to safely acquire relevant data
Presented by Mark Stinson
AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Data is the Key
• Data is the source of information that can report
the condition of:
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Aircraft avionics
Aircraft utility systems
Aircraft sub-systems
Aircraft structure
Engine health
Data acquisition recording on aircraft has
a long pedigree, but a new generation of
equipment is needed to achieve the
integrity and direct compatibility with
prognosis and maintenance planning
systems
– Data must be acquired and stored on the aircraft
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Data is the Key
Data Recording Applications
• COTS Products
• Solid State Data Recording products
• Operational Loads Measurement
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Data is the Key
Data Recording Applications
• COTS Products
• Solid State Data Recording products
• System Performance Monitoring
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Data is the Key
Data Recording Applications
• COTS Products
• Solid State Data Recording products
• Cockpit Voice Recording
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Data Recording Applications
• COTS Products
• Data Management and Analysis
REVEAL
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Case Study – RR300 EMU
Rolls-Royce identified a new market for an engine derived
from their successful Model 250
Turbines for lower Shaft Horse Power applications
in particular small civil helicopters
A business model was evolved
which at its core aimed for
2000 hours maintenance intervals
Key attributes would include
lower acquisition and operating costs
and embedded engine monitoring
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AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Case Study – RR300 EMU
Rolls-Royce named the new engine RR300 and partnered
with a launch customer – Robinson Helicopters
The engine development programme, focussed in Indianapolis,
was on an aggressive schedule
An optimised Engine Monitoring Unit
would provide the quantity and quality
of data to realise the business model
All parts and sub-assemblies had to be
high performance, very reliable
and commercially competitive
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AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Case Study – RR300 EMU
Rolls-Royce selected SES to develop an Engine Monitoring
Unit, based on existing and proven technology
The RR300 EMU is derived from the COTS S3DR-C
Solid State Data Recorder
The EMU interfaces to sensors fitted
on the engine, to be conditioned and
processed to extract key parameters
Data is time-stamped and recorded
including variable sample rate signals
and certain calculated exceedances
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AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Case Study – RR300 EMU
Rolls-Royce required the Engine Monitoring Unit to record
for 2000 hours yet have quick access to visualised data
The RR300 EMU is able to rapidly down-load data in a pre-formatted
form for visualisation and analysis of recorded information
A dedicated software tool based on the
COTS REVEAL product provides data
management and processing facilities
Access to engine data gives accurate
information about the engine condition
actual use profile and historical trends
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SES Overview
Who are SES and what do we do?
Privately owned company founded in 1991
Based in Camberley, with an office in Cumbria
Comprise 40 staff, mainly experienced engineers
Specialise in data recording products and solutions
Focus on aerospace and often safety related applications
British company with a global outlook
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SES Marketing Strategy
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SES Marketing Strategy
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SES Capabilities
• Design and Development Services
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SES Capabilities
• Manufacturing and Test Services
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Summary
• Active in Aircraft Health Management?
– YES, current programmes show this is core business
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AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Summary
• Active in Aircraft Health Management?
– YES, current programmes show this is core business
• Experienced in Aircraft Health Management?
– YES, we have the pedigree, expertise and facilities to
apply the required technology in aerospace applications
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Presented by Mark Stinson
AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Summary
• Active in Aircraft Health Management?
– YES, current programmes show this is core business
• Experienced in Aircraft Health Management?
– YES, we have the expertise and facilities to apply the
required technology in aerospace applications
• Can SES benefit a new programme?
– YES, we have a rapid route to a solution from an existing
portfolio of products and solutions
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Presented by Mark Stinson
AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Summary
• Active in Aircraft Health Management?
– YES, current programmes show this is core business
• Experienced in Aircraft Health Management?
– YES, we have the expertise and facilities to apply the
required technology in aerospace applications
• Can SES benefit a new programme?
– YES, we have a rapid route to a solution from an existing
portfolio of products and solutions
• Can SES bring value to a programme?
– YES, we work in a commercial and competitive market
and aim to add value by providing access to the data
that is the key to Aircraft Health Management
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AIRCRAFT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Data is the Key
Thank you for your attention
Presented by
Mark Stinson
Operations Director
SES_AC_Health_Mgt_Dec07
Presented by Mark Stinson