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WPS
DIVISION GOALS
West
Power Systems (WPS) was originally started in 1979, manufacturing
Hi-Performance components for some of the very first watercraft
on the market. We developed very high-flow pumps, impellers and
scoops as well as highly modified engines of 800cc to 1400cc in
2- and 3-cylinder configurations, capable of 200+HP. We provided
modified high-performance designs and components to many of the
factory race teams.
We
have now progressed with the development of "Hybrid" Gas Turbine
Engines in the 100HP to 230+HP range. These turbines are well
suited for just about any experimental vehicle, whether land,
sea or air. WPS has interfaced several new technologies with these
turbines to create the most concentrated amount of reliable “continuous
power” in as small and light a package as possible.
TARGET
MARKET
Turbine
engines are ideal for virtually any application, but are designed
specifically for high-stress, continuous power requirements. The
advantages are fantastic reliability, light weight and small size.
They are ideal for experimenters or homebuilt aircraft of all
types. This is a great opportunity to replace less reliable piston
engines with a unique, lightweight and high-output alternative
power plant.
Maintenance
is virtually nil, requiring fairly simple visual inspections combined
with less frequent oil changes. Unlike a piston engine, turbines
do not have wear components such as pistons, rings, valves, bearings,
camshafts, lifters, rockers, coolant pumps, or radiators. There
are no spark plugs, distributors, ignition wires, injectors or
carburetors to maintain. Since these turbines are so small, and
there is no required cooling system, they can be installed in
very compact engine locations. No other engine runs as smooth
and reliable nor sounds like a turbine!
WPS
TURBINE ENGINES
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