Technical University Wien, Vienna - Transmissions for Aviation
The Research Unit Machine Design and Transmissions for Aviation teaches and works scientifically on the basics of mechanical engineering. One main field is power transmissions with a special focus on transmissions for aviation. The laboratory of the Institute enables experimental investigations of transmissions like measurements of wear, acoustical characteristics and power tests.
Technologies and competences
The Institute has the capability of design and development including theoretical calculations of drive trains for aviation, especially transmissions and drive shafts. It is a member of the aviation working group at the Vienna University of Technology and a member of the AAI. The test field and the laboratory enable test and qualification runs according to the EASA certification specifications.
| Fields of Activity | Research | Development | Production |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft (complete) | yes |
yes |
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| Aircraft structures and parts | yes |
yes |
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| Engines | yes |
yes |
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| Cabin interiors and furnishing (incl. cargo hold) | yes |
yes |
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| Materials and manufacturing technologies | yes |
yes |
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| Cockpit equipment and aircraft electronics | |||
| Systems | yes |
yes |
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| Air traffic infrastructure and air traffic control applications | |||
| Ground test and training equipment | yes |
yes |
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| Airport infrastructure |
Products and services in aviation
- Design, development and optimisation of transmissions for aviation
- Transmissions and drive trains for future VTOL aircraft concepts
- Tribology and lubricants for transmissions in aviation
- Optimisation of the interior of rescue helicopters
