Defence Sector Engine Development & Testing
Advanced engine designs for defence applications
Our engine development and testing expertise — backed by decades of experience — is tailored to help defence manufacturers and military organisations deliver robust, high-performance propulsion solutions fit for the specific stringent demands of defence operations.
From tactical and armoured vehicles to maritime craft, auxiliary power units and deployable energy systems, we provide a unique combination of operational, technical and strategic expertise, underpinned by our world-leading in-house manufacturing and test facilities.
Internal combustion engine development and testing
Single cylinder research engines
- Performance optimisation: Designs for high-power, high-efficiency engines capable of sustained performance in austere environments.
- Fuel flexibility: Integrating fuels - including military grade, sustainable and alternative fuels - for tactical mobility.
- Hybrid and range-extended systems: Engine designs that integrate with hybrid powertrains for reduced acoustic signatures and enhanced operational endurance.
- Emission compliance: Expert advice on emissions standards relevant to multinational defence operations.
- Robust performance & durability testing to ensure reliability over extended duty cycles and harsh operational profiles.
- Simulations of thermal shock, cold-start conditions, high altitude and desert environments to certify performance under the toughest of conditions.
- High-resolution data capture for combustion analysis, vibration and NVH signature profiling.
- Virtual testing & remote collaboration to enable our clients to access test programmes securely and monitor progress.
Why choose Ricardo?
Latest technology
We apply the very latest technological advances towards cost-effective fuel economy improvements and emission reductions.
Proven track record
Ricardo has a long history of building innovative engine solutions dating back over 100 years.
Trusted by our clients
We support original equipment manufacturers and tier 1 suppliers throughout the entire product life cycle.
Global perspectives
From our technical centres located across the world, we bring direct experience of new techniques and emerging innovations.
Through-life support
In every assignment our objective is to enable our clients to achieve maximum capability, system availability and cost effectiveness
throughout the life of their equipment.
As such, we offer a wide range of Post-Design Services, including.
- Configuration management
- Obsolescence management
- Technical reporting
- Engineering surveys
- Modification implementation
- Design/prototype testing
- Mid-life improvements and component replacement procurement.
- Technical documentation
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