ST Aerospace and Cosworth Form Strategic Technical Alliance to Market UAV Heavy Fuel Engine Technology

Feb 16, 2012 20:06 JST

Source: Singapore Airshow

Singapore Airshow, Feb 16, 2012 - (ACN Newswire) - ST Aerospace and Cosworth Group (Cosworth) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop heavy fuel engine systems for unmanned systems customers in the Asia Pacific markets. The technical alliance will leverage ST Aerospace's expertise in propulsion-to-airframe integration and operator HMI requirements, alongside Cosworth's class-leading heavy fuel engine technology, for incorporation into the final engine systems, to bring greater value to customers in the region.

"Our alliance with ST Aerospace is an exciting development for our lightweight heavy fuel engine programmes which have already gained significant momentum from our work with the US DoD and UK MoD. There is clearly an appetite for products that can deliver the power density and reliability required by airframe integrators and defence forces around the world, as they focus their sights on unmanned systems. Working together with ST Aerospace will enable Cosworth to demonstrate that our products are the right choice for customers in the rapidly growing Asian market," said Tim Routsis, Chief Executive, Cosworth Group.

"We are excited at the collaboration with Cosworth. With complementary capabilities, we are looking forward to developing a highly reliable and efficient engine system for the UAV operators," said Chang Cheow Teck, President, ST Aerospace.

Cosworth's patented heavy fuel engine technology has already been adopted by market leaders in North America and Europe, thanks to its proven cold start capabilities and durability which have been tested at altitude. The application of true compression ignition diesel technology in the UAV engine combustion system results in improved fuel efficiency and reliability. It has the ability to run on a wide range of heavy fuels, such as diesel, and JP5 and JP8 jet fuels, with varying cetane and octane ratings. This application also translates into lower maintenance costs, bringing forth immediate tangible benefits to the customers.

About Cosworth Group

Cosworth Group was founded in 1958. With headquarters in Northampton, UK, the company employs 350 staff across Europe, the USA and India. Cosworth Group provides high performance technologies to a diverse range of global industries including aerospace & defence, automotive and sport. Cosworth has many world-renowned customers including Aston Martin Lagonda, Rolls-Royce, the UK Ministry of Defence and the United States Navy, and develops high performance electronics and engines for Formula One teams. Cosworth Group leverages its unique combination of advanced technologies, engineering expertise and globally recognised brand to deliver performance solutions. Cosworth Group can be found at www.cosworth.com

About ST Aerospace

ST Aerospace (Singapore Technologies Aerospace Ltd) is the aerospace arm of ST Engineering. Operating a global MRO network with facilities and affiliates in the Americas, Asia Pacific and Europe, it is the world's largest aircraft MRO provider with a global customer base that includes leading airlines, airfreight and military operators. ST Aerospace is an integrated service provider that offers a spectrum of maintenance and engineering services that include airframe, engine and component maintenance, repair and overhaul; engineering design and technical services; and aviation materials and management services, including Total Aviation Support. ST Aerospace has a global staff strength of more than 8,000 engineers and technical specialists. Please visit www.staero.aero.

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Source: Singapore Airshow
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