As one would expect, the construction of a jumbo jet engine is not an easy process, much less if it belongs to such a prestigious brand as Rolls Royce. The design process has many aspects to take into account: technology and parts available; environmental impact; velocity; function; complexity of assembly; etc. After it is designed, the parts must be made. This is a very important process, as the pieces have very precise measurements that must be kept. Furthermore, the materials are very expensive, which means that they must be used to their maximum potential.
They are then put together according to precise instructions in the Rolls Royce assembly line, which is one of the biggest in the world. When that is done, they test it, submitting it to harsh and extreme conditions. The company also installs different monitors in the engines that allow engineers to monitor their functioning through computers. It then goes through a certification process, which tests the engine even more comprehensively than before. Finally, it is distributed to the buyer and installed if possible.
One of the most astonishing aspects of this whole process occurs during assembly. First, it would have been logical to believe that this was mainly an automatized process. Nevertheless, it is largely done by hand using technology that allows the precise measurement of what is needed. Furthermore, the time in which they are done is astonishing. Even though it is something so complex and delicate, it only takes twenty days to do. On the other hand, a new design may be tested during upwards of two years, which is awesome as well.
Reference List
King, P. (Producer). (4 Jul 2010). How to Build A Jumbo Jet Engine. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHGbWKnhrp4
