Case Study:
Aero Engine Drive Shaft Challenge

Working in close collaboration with the client
Very tight tolerances
Utilising NTG’s specialist grinding facility

Problem

Length and tolerance of the component was challenging

A 1.6m long, hollow shaft that requires tight tolerance for a new aero engine. Being utilised as part of an efficiency programme by the client. NTG has partnered with a leading university within the high-value manufacturing (HVM) catapult network that is researching cutting-edge manufacturing and new designs.

Solution

Ongoing collaboration

NTG’s engineering team are working in close collaboration with the researchers and designers to help them find a manufacturing method that will be fit for purpose in the long term. Utilising NTG’s specialist surface and cylindrical grinding facilities will allow the component to go from early-stage prototype to early production trials.

Result

Successfully gone through initial, early prototype stages. Now into the second design stage leading to pre-production manufacturing. Currently optimising with the client.

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