Gas Turbine and Generator Test Experience in Support of the Advanced Hull Form Inshore Demonstrator (AHFID)

Abstract

This paper describes a test program designed to assess the suitability of a TF40-based gas turbine generator set (genset) for use in the Advanced Hull Form Inshore Demonstrator (AHFID). An overall description of the test program and its objectives is given. Test results are presented. The relevance of the test to the greater program goal of demonstrating the viability of rim-driven propulsion technology is discussed. The genset demonstration test was successfully completed in 2003. The package performed as designed and met all test objectives.