Testing the Eurofighter Engine: Simulating Extreme Conditions in Missile Firing

The video discusses the challenges faced by engines when exposed to missile exhaust, which can cause flameouts and require costly restarts. Engineers at the Mt US Altitude Test Facility developed a new test setup using a hydrogen burner to simulate these conditions, reducing the need for expensive real-flight tests. The Munich team conducted tests on the Eurofighter's EJ200 engine to predict its behavior under such stress, finding that the engine could recover from disturbances. This simulation approach saved significant costs and provided reliable predictions of engine performance.

What are the extreme conditions that engines must be able to handle during missile firing?

Describe the new test setup developed at the Mt US Altitude Test Facility.

What challenges do combat engine certifications face when conducting missile firing tests?

How does an impinging hot exhaust jet affect engine performance?

What were the results of the Eurofighter engine tests conducted by MTU?