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Reference Functional tests


The requirement    

Comprehensive test campaign incl. STC-Approval for the electrically driven NLG of the Boeing 737NG


The results   

  • Re-Engineering data for final product design
  • Performance of required certification tests
  • Proof of concept and full functionality for NLG-system after WheelTug® modification


The solution

  • Ground-Vibration-Test (GVT)
  • Static-Stiffness-Test (SST)
  • Drop-Tests
  • Shimmy-Tests
  • Steering-Tests
  • Static und Fatigue Tests


The benefit

  • Identification of important system characteristics and behaviour
  • Successful FAA certification for WheelTug® B737NG system (STC-approval)
    Possible entry into service for WheelTug®

 


  • Kopter Group AG Industrial Maturity Management Audit, 2020
  • Airbus S.A.S., 2010, 2011, 2017
  • Airbus Helicopters, 2015
  • Eurocopter, 2012
  • Bombardier Aerospace, 2012
  • EADS Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH, 2011
  • ASCO Industries N.V., 2011
  • AREVA NP GmbH, 2007
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG, 2007
  • MTU Aero Engines, 2004
  • Patria Finavicomp Oy (Finnland), 2004
  • Airbus Deutschland GmbH, 2002
  • Verizon, Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (USA) 2002