FutureDriveNG+

OPTIMIZE YOUR BORESCOPE INSPECTIONS AND REDUCE LABOR COSTS

FutureDriveNG+ is an electronic turning tool that automates the gas turbine engine borescope inspection process. It’s OEM-certified by Rolls-Royce and recommended for multiple Trent engines. It also configures across multiple major OEM programs.

SYSTEM BENEFITS

REDUCTION IN LABOR COSTS

50% reduction in labor costs by eliminating the need for a second technician to manually turn blades during borescope inspections. This allows you to assign labor for more productive work.

TWO-WAY COMMUNICATION

The FutureDriveNG+ turning tool combined with Waygate Technologies’ Mentor Visual iQ VideoProbe (MViQ+) provides two-way communication between tools. FutureDrive commands the MViQ+ borescope to inspect each blade, halt, flag, or advance the inspection process, and track the entire lifecycle of each blade.

DATA ANALYTICS

You can improve your shop efficiency with access to data for forecasting spare parts and maintenance schedules.

ACCURACY

Blades are accurately positioned to do visual repeat inspections and maintenance. The motor encoder allows for better resolution and accurate turning. Stop at any blade and return to any blade with bi-directional turning. Flag damaged blades, store the location, and return to the blade with just the push of a button. Inspectors can continuously turn in both directions, clockwise and counterclockwise, up to 999 turns.

EXPANDABILITY

OEM-certified by Rolls-Royce and recommended for multiple Trent engines. Configures across multiple major OEM programs.

FLEXIBILITY

Wireless or wired options are available, and both offer the same performance and capabilities.

SUPPORTED COMMERCIAL ENGINES

CFM56-5B

CFM56-5C

CFM56-7B

CFM56-7BE

CF34-8E

CF34-10A/E

LEAP-1A

LEAP-1B

LEAP-1C

 

TRENT XWB

TRENT 7000

TRENT 1000

TRENT 900

LM2500-M&I
CF6-6

LM6000-M&I
CF6-80C2

LMS100

GENX-1B

GENX-2B

GE9X

GE90

GP7200

P20

AE2100D3

RB211

FUTUREDRIVE NG+ KIT

Carry Case

31.3” x 20.4“ x 12.20″, 39.2 lb (17.8 kg) including all contents. Rugged and portable with wheels. Take the FutureDriveNG+ system anywhere and operate right out of the case.

Hand Control

2” x 5” x 8.75” (5.08 x 12.70 x 22.23 cm), 1 lb. (0.45 kg). Large backlit LCD screen displays engine information and blade number. Select operating modes and conduct your entire inspection from the hand control, or connect the hand switch or foot pedal to accommodate your inspection needs. This new system allows easier access for battery replacement.

Drive Motor

3.25” x 2.5” x 10” (8.26 x 6.35 x 25.4 cm), 5 lb. (2.27 kg). Used with the proper adapter, the drive motor precisely rotates the Intermediate Pressure Rotor or the High-Pressure Rotor respectively, with digitally controlled, high-torque motor and gearbox for unparalleled accuracy.

Foot and Hand Switch

Foot Switch: 2” x 3.5” x 5.5” (5.08 x 8.89 x 13.97 cm). Rotate the engine and flag damaged blades to perform a completely hands-free inspection.

Hand Switch: 0.75” diameter x 5” (1.91 cm diameter x 12.70 cm). Hang your hand control on the engine for easy viewing, rotate your engine, and flag damaged blades with the push of a button.

Power Unit

6.75” x 2” x 9” (17.15 x 5.08 x 22.86 cm), 4 lb. (1.85 kg). The hub of the FutureDriveNG+ system. Connect a video borescope and monitor display via composite video or S-video inputs. Produces clear video overlay information to your monitor. Built-in USB port allows for quick software upgrades.

Engine Adapters

One unit, many engines. Our product can connect to a wide range of commercial, military and aeroderivative engines.

Electrical Requirements 

  • Voltage 100 – 240 Vac, 2 A
  • Hertz 47-63 Hz
  • Fuse, 5mm x 20mm glass tube fast-acting, 250 Vac, 2A
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PROVEN SAFETY SYSTEM TO PROTECT YOUR JET ENGINE

 

  • FutureDriveNG+ uses torque limits provided directly by the Jet Engine OEM to prevent out of limits torque inputs.
  • FutureDriveNG+ includes a shear pin with a mechanical torque limit designed to break if the system reaches 95ft-lbs.
  • FutureDriveNG+ uses some adapters, developed jointly with the Jet Engine OEM, that include a slip clutch (torque limiter) as an additional safety feature to protect the jet engine from being over torqued.
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BUILT-IN SAFETY SYSTEM TO PROTECT YOUR TURNING TOOL

 

  • FutureDriveNG+ includes a fuse and filter design to protect power unit from power surge.
  • FutureDriveNG+’s motor and hand control cables include a trim trio connector and locking mechanism to ensure proper and secure connection.
  • FutureDriveNG+’s hand control includes a neoprene boot to protect hand control assembly during operation.
  • FutureDriveNG+ includes a rugged Pelican™ Storm case for protection.

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If you have any questions regarding your FutureDriveNG+ System, reach out to our responsive technical representatives.

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