Cyient successfully streamlined the concept development of a powertrain gas turbine (GT) for commercial application by redesigning the existing GT skid to accommodate a new cranking motor and torque converter. The project included calculating thermal expansion for precise coupling selection, designing the lube oil drainpipe, and updating the foundation design to a concrete base. These changes helped significantly reduce the base frame size, therefore improving transportation efficiency. Additionally, Cyient modularized key components like actuators and lube oil coolers, enhancing flexibility and performance, ultimately delivering a more adaptable and optimized GT package for commercial use.

We partnered with a client on a risk-reward model to drive cost reductions in gas turbine components for aero engine applications. By developing and implementing engineering changes across major components, including bearings, oil nozzles, ducts, AVT, and torque couplings, we executed the tasks at our own expense, receiving a percentage of the verified cost savings as the engines were shipped. This initiative led to an $18K cost reduction per engine, ultimately delivering $75M in savings over six years, significantly boosting cost efficiency for the client’s aero engine program.