EFFICIENT PTO DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) in partnership with Ker-Train Research Inc. is developing an advanced Bradley Fighting Vehicle (BFV) power take-off (PTO) drive system to improve fan drive efficiency and increase on-board electrical power generation. This presentation provides information on the integration methods, advantages of the Ker-Train drives and electronic controls, and future plans for this TARDEC project. Fan drive, PTO Generator drive and Accessory Alternator drive system information, hardware design and controls are presented. Plans for testing at SwRI are also discussed.