The Making of the A380: Engine Alliance GP 7000

The video discusses the A380's fuel efficiency and environmental benefits compared to the 747, highlighting the GP 7000 engine's modular design, which reduces maintenance costs. The GP 7000 is a collaboration between General Electric, Pratt and Whitney, and MTU, with MTU focusing on the low-pressure turbine. Advanced manufacturing techniques, such as laser caving, are used for precision. The video also covers the instrumentation and testing of turbine components, with final assembly and shipment to Pratt and Whitney for integration into the A380, which is expected to test fly in September 2004.

What is one of the main advantages of the A380 over the 747?

• Lower production cost

• Higher passenger capacity

• More fuel efficiency

• Faster cruising speed

Which companies are involved in the development of the GP 7000 engine?

• Lockheed Martin and NASA

• Airbus and MTU

• General Electric and Pratt and Whitney

• Rolls-Royce and Boeing

What is a unique feature of the low-pressure turbine module developed by MTU?

• It is made entirely of carbon fiber

• It is the lightest turbine ever made

• It has a six-stage design for efficiency

• It uses solar power for operation

What is the purpose of laser caving in the manufacturing process?

• To drill fine holes in rotor blades

• To polish the turbine surface

• To reduce the weight of the turbine

• To paint the turbine blades

When is the A380 expected to have its first test flight?

• September 2004

• March 2004

• December 2004

• January 2004