Fuel cells
We have fifteen years experience with our solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC), which will clearly be a leading technology as the fuel cell power generation market develops.

Control systems
Rolls-Royce provides automation and control for application with both Oil and Gas and Power Generation product ranges.

Heat exchangers
Our spiral recuperator technology calls on eight years experience to lead the market in transient capability, affordability and performance.

Aerodynamic design
Our market leading performance is set to improve by a further two per cent through next generation gas compressor aerodynamic design methods, automated optimisation and increased use of CFD.

Energy delivery systems
Enabler technologies in electric machines, storage devices and control will ensure optimised energy delivery systems rather than individual components.

Systems integration
This will be an increasing requirement as future demands call for a holistic approach to energy delivery.

Diagnostic and prognostic methods
These will add value customer services by ensuring systems operate longer, dependably, affordably.

Reliability engineering
While aero-derivative systems and services are inherently reliable, there will be an ongoing focus on reliability engineering to ensure reliability is tailored to the needs of the Energy sector.

Design methods
The evolving process of design for assembly and manufacture has demonstrated significant benefits in reducing unit cost. Future programmes taking the latest enhancements will continue the downward trend in cost and lead-time.