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Designing a Safer Environmental Control System for Marine Corps' Amphibious Vehicle Using IoT
Overview
Designing a Safer Environmental Control System for Marine Corps' Amphibious Vehicle Using IoTANSYS |
Sensors - Air Pollution Sensors Sensors - Environmental Sensors | |
Aerospace Electronics | |
Procurement Product Research & Development | |
Vehicle Performance Monitoring Virtual Prototyping & Product Testing | |
System Integration Testing & Certification | |
Operational Impact
The use of CFX software not only improved the performance of the Environmental Control System (ECS) but also ensured the comfort and safety of the crew. The software allowed for the creation and analysis of 3-D models of candidate fan designs, enabling the selection of a design that met all performance objectives. This resulted in a fan that operated at a noise level comfortable for the human ear, even for extended periods. Moreover, the software streamlined the design and test cycle, enabling the delivery of an affordable final product within the tight deadline. The redesigned ECS unit has completed shipping all units required for the system design and development phase of the program and is currently preparing to enter low rate initial production, facilitating the Marine Corps’ plans to complete and deploy the EFV. | |
Quantitative Benefit
CFX enabled Fairchild Controls to produce a fan that created just 85 decibels of sound, well within the limits of soldiers’ comfort and safety. | |
The redesigned ECS unit was able to keep the EFV’s crew compartment adequately cool, even in extreme temperatures. | |
CFX streamlined the design and test cycle significantly, allowing Fairchild Controls to deliver an affordable final product in just 14 months. | |