Propulsion System Prognostics R&D Through the Technical Cooperation Program

Cooperation and coordination at the international level are key features of cost effective management of propulsion system R&D. The technical cooperation program fosters such efforts for military-directed work among agencies in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The general arrangements and opportunities of the program are discussed, for example the means to exchange data, equipment and staff. In particular, the paper concentrates on the activity associated with the Aerospace Systems Group, Technical Panel 3, responsible for propulsion and power systems. Within the disclosure limits, the TP3 program is described. Significant examples of cooperation and successful development are highlighted including the helicopter integrated diagnostics system, other collaborative projects, workshops and data exchanges. Strategic planning directions and opportunities are identified from the points of view of technology development and military need.