In a groundbreaking milestone for advanced propulsion, the Chinese mainland has witnessed the maiden flight of a domestically developed, ultra-lightweight miniature jet engine – entirely manufactured using cutting-edge 3D printing technology 🚀.
The flight test, held on Tuesday in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, saw the engine soar to a maximum altitude of 4,000 meters, proving its operational reliability under real flight conditions.
This revolutionary engine is the first flight-validated turbojet in the 160-kg thrust class, created by leveraging innovative multi-disciplinary topology optimization and additive manufacturing techniques. This breakthrough fills a significant domestic gap in full-engine engineering.
Prior to its skyward debut, the engine underwent extensive ground-based testing to ensure it met all performance targets and had a validated service life, according to Aero Engine Corporation of China (AECC).
For tech enthusiasts and innovators across South and Southeast Asia—from bustling cities like Mumbai to Manila—this achievement is a vibrant reminder that the future of aviation and tech innovation is here and now 💡🎉.
The successful flight not only marks a major leap in aerospace technology but also inspires the next generation of pioneers. Stay tuned as innovation continues to take flight!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
