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Turbomeca Streamlines Helicopter Engine Control Software Development with SCADE Suite

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Technology Category
  • Analytics & Modeling - Digital Twin / Simulation
Applicable Industries
  • Equipment & Machinery
Applicable Functions
  • Product Research & Development
  • Quality Assurance
Use Cases
  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Virtual Prototyping & Product Testing
Services
  • System Integration
  • Testing & Certification
About The Customer
Turbomeca, part of the Safran group, is the world’s leading producer of helicopter engines. Since its founding in 1938, the company has produced more than 70,000 engines. Turbomeca specializes in the design, production, sale, and support of low- to medium-power gas turbines to power helicopters. They are committed to designing new engines to match industry standards and the innovations of their helicopter manufacturing customers.
The Challenge
Turbomeca, a leading producer of helicopter engines, was facing challenges in developing the embedded software that runs the control system for each engine family. The model-based design approach they adopted used simulation tools for rapid prototyping, software testing, and verification. However, this approach required time-consuming manual coding, which could potentially introduce coding errors and inconsistencies between the code and the model. To keep pace with new innovations in helicopter technology and to remain compliant with DO-178B/C standards, Turbomeca needed tools that would help them code more efficiently, reduce errors, and improve code management.
The Solution
To address these challenges, Turbomeca engineers developed the G4 software process. This process includes requirements management, model-based design, simulation, test automation, and qualified code generation. They incorporated the SCADE Suite into the process due to its efficient model checker, which enables them to run simulated test cases and detect problems early in the design phase. The suite’s reusable symbol library promotes reuse and design consistency within and across software projects. It also helps reduce the time and cost of development by enabling software teams to use the same formal language and methods.
Operational Impact
  • The implementation of the G4 process with SCADE Suite has significantly improved Turbomeca's software development process. The suite’s efficient model checker allows for early problem detection in the design phase, reducing the risk of costly errors down the line. The reusable symbol library promotes consistency in design across different software projects, enhancing the overall quality of the software. Furthermore, the use of the same formal language and methods across software teams has streamlined the development process, making it more efficient and cost-effective.
Quantitative Benefit
  • Decreased the number of open problems on certified versions by 50 percent
  • Reduced development time by 30 percent

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