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Research and development

Several hundred patent applications and invention disclosures each year attest to MTU’s enormous innovative capabilities. This is no coincidence: we secure our technological edge over the long term through our committed, dedicated research and development work within the framework of our strong innovation and technology processes.

We collaborate successfully with our industry and research partners to develop new engine technologies. In addition to this close network, long-term funding from the public sector at both the national and European levels remains crucial for our continued success.

Leading Technology Roadmaps

Progress in the engine industry largely depends on whether manufacturers succeed in improving the parameters of propulsion efficiency and thermal efficiency, as well as weight, reliability and manufacturability. Our Leading Technology Roadmaps for commercial and military engine technologies are aimed at achieving just that.

We are focusing on the refinement of our high-tech components: high-pressure compressors, high-speed low-pressure turbines and turbine center frames. Key technologies include new materials; automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and repair techniques; and virtual design.

Strong network

We rely on a strong network to develop our pioneering technologies, and we have found just that in our partners from industry, research and academia. Together, we participate in all major research projects at both the national and European levels.

Our network strategy focuses on three key areas: concentration of basic research at just a few top-ranking scientific institutes and universities; trend analysis and development of visionary engine concepts at Bauhaus Luftfahrt; and exchange of experience with experts within and outside the aviation industry.

Technology funding programs

Sustained, long-term public funding is a key pillar for the successful development of pioneering technologies at MTU.

We use our innovative strength to actively contribute to critical research projects at both the national and European levels. For instance, we play a crucial role in the German government’s aeronautics research program (LuFo), in technology development for the German Federal Ministry of Defence (BMVg) and in Clean Sky 2 and Clean Aviation.

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