Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC)

GPTKB entity

Statements (63)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf engine control system
gptkbp:adaptation engine parameters in real-time
gptkbp:compatibleWith various aircraft types
gptkbp:controls fuel flow
gptkbp:developedBy gptkb:General_Electric
gptkbp:enables automatic engine control
gptkbp:enhances engine performance
gptkbp:features commercial jetliners
modern aircraft engines
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC)
gptkbp:improves engine efficiency
gptkbp:influenced environmental conditions
gptkbp:integration sensors
gptkbp:introduced the 1980s
gptkbp:is_a digital control system
gptkbp:is_a_key_component_of engine management systems
modern propulsion systems
gptkbp:is_a_route_for certification of aircraft engines
gptkbp:is_a_subject_of regulatory standards
gptkbp:is_available_in turbofan engines
gptkbp:is_designed_to improve operational efficiency
reduce maintenance costs
optimize engine performance
enhance reliability
enhance safety features
minimize engine wear
gptkbp:is_essential_for safety in aviation
engine performance monitoring
engine health monitoring
modern jet engines
gptkbp:is_integrated_with engine control units
aircraft_avionics
gptkbp:is_involved_in engine start-up procedures
fuel scheduling
gptkbp:is_part_of fly-by-wire systems
next-generation aircraft technology
engine control architecture
digital fly-by-wire systems
gptkbp:is_used_in business jets
airline operators
military aircraft
thrust vectoring
military drones
helicopter engines
optimize thrust-to-weight ratio
control engine speed
maximize fuel efficiency
control engine acceleration
control engine temperature
manage engine load
manage engine thrust levels
gptkbp:keyIssues sustainable aviation
gptkbp:monitors engine parameters
gptkbp:provides data for diagnostics
full authority control
gptkbp:reduces emissions
pilot workload
gptkbp:responsibleFor thrust management
gptkbp:suitableFor self-diagnostics
gptkbp:systemRequirements engine operation
gptkbp:traditions commercial aviation
gptkbp:usedIn commercial aircraft
gptkbp:utilizes redundant systems