Based on our performance developing the FADEC software, MANNARINO was asked to develop ground support equipment (GSE) engine software.
MANNARINO’s responsibilities included:
- Support certification of software
- Review sub-system safety analysis
- Generate all civil certification life cycle data
- Upgrade the GSE software functionality to meet functional requirements
- Improve GSE environment supportability (Windows XP/2000/Vista)
- Update documentation for GSE users and developers
The GSE for digital engine controllers provides engine-monitoring functions to capture and store control system failure information and engine history data. This information is used by maintenance personnel to isolate engine problems and/or determine the necessary maintenance action. The GSE software is a tool that allows maintenance personnel to communicate with the engine FADEC for downloading engine monitoring data, or uploading calibration constants and engine history data for a new or replacement FADEC. The GSE software may also be configured as an engineering tool for FADEC interrogation during engine testing.