Current Programs

Current Programs 

Candent Technologies is focused in designing and developing propulsion and power systems technology, including: microturbines up to 250 kW; small gas turbines in the 300 kW (400 hp) to 2,000 kW (2,750 hp) size class; waste heat energy recovery systems up to 5.0 MW; small heavy fuel reciprocating engines up to 15kW; and waterjet propulsion systems for small planing craft. Representative R&D projects below show the breadth and depth of our experience:
Candent Technologies developed waterjet lower unit installed on the Evinrude MFE 55 Outboard
Navy-ONR STTR Topic No. N17A-T019, Phase I and II, ongoing development of low cavitation, high efficiency propulsor for small planing craft, such as the Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC)   

Candent Technologies is currently developing an advanced propulsor for small craft that promises to provide more speed, higher payload, better efficiency and a true shallow draft capability to the CRRC. 

The CRRC is in use with all branches of the armed forces as well as many civilian authorities that employ these inflatable boats for first responders. 

The advanced propulsor replaces the existing propeller or jet drive lower unit that is used on the MFE 55 multi-fuel outboard motor currently in service. Candent Technologies is testing the first developmental unit at the present time.   
Candent Technologies is teamed with Evinrude Division of BRP, the University of Iowa IIHR-Hydroscience & Engineering, H-S Marine Propulsion, and Lockheed Martin in the development of this advance propulsion system. 

The system being developed is a true “dual use” product with commercial applications as varied as use by first responders to efficient and safe propulsion recreational pontoon boats.
“U.S. Navy Photo 190722-N-TP834-1149 by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Philip Wagner Jr”.
Candent Technologies developed waterjet lower unit installed on the Evinrude MFE 55 Outboard
Navy-ONR STTR Topic No. N17A-T019, Phase I and II, ongoing development of low cavitation, high efficiency propulsor for small planing craft, such as the Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC) 

Candent Technologies is currently developing an advanced propulsor for small craft that promises to provide more speed, higher payload, better efficiency and a true shallow draft capability to the CRRC. 

The CRRC is in use with all branches of the armed forces as well as many civilian authorities that employ these inflatable boats for first responders. 

The advanced propulsor replaces the existing propeller or jet drive lower unit that is used on the MFE 55 multi-fuel outboard motor currently in service. Candent Technologies is testing the first developmental unit at the present time.   
Candent Technologies developed waterjet lower unit installed on the Evinrude MFE 55 Outboard
Navy-ONR STTR Topic No. N17A-T019, Phase I and II, ongoing development of low cavitation, high efficiency propulsor for small planing craft, such as the Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC) 

Candent Technologies is currently developing an advanced propulsor for small craft that promises to provide more speed, higher payload, better efficiency and a true shallow draft capability to the CRRC. 
The CRRC is in use with all branches of the armed forces as well as many civilian authorities that employ these inflatable boats for first responders. 

The advanced propulsor replaces the existing propeller or jet drive lower unit that is used on the MFE 55 multi-fuel outboard motor currently in service. Candent Technologies is testing the first developmental unit at the present time.     
Candent Technologies is teamed with Evinrude Division of BRP, the University of Iowa IIHR-Hydroscience & Engineering, H-S Marine Propulsion, and Lockheed Martin in the development of this advance propulsion system. The system being developed is a true “dual use” product with commercial applications as varied as use by first responders to efficient and safe propulsion recreational pontoon boats.
Candent Technologies is teamed with Evinrude Division of BRP, the University of Iowa IIHR-Hydroscience & Engineering, H-S Marine Propulsion, and Lockheed Martin in the development of this advance propulsion system. The system being developed is a true “dual use” product with commercial applications as varied as use by first responders to efficient and safe propulsion recreational pontoon boats.
Navy-USMC/MCSC SBIR Topic No. N132-086, Phase I, II, Sequential Phase II, ongoing design and development of high power density 250kWe prime power system for directed energy weapons.  

The ability to provide reliable, efficient and lightweight mobile electrical power for directed energy weapons systems is a key enabling technology for the eventual deployment of these weapon systems. 

Current electrical power generation systems in the 250kWe and above power class are massive systems, weighing nearly 10,000 pounds and requiring their own trailer or a separate vehicle to provide electrical power for the weapon system. 

Candent Technologies is currently developing a turbine generator that is an order of magnitude smaller is Size Weight and Power (SWaP) while providing fuel efficiency on par with a diesel generator system. 

 The system includes a recuperated cycle gas turbine that directly drives a high speed alternator, increasing the speed of the alternator and significantly reducing the weight of the system. The first test of the system is planned for later in 2020.
Navy-USMC/MCSC SBIR Topic No. N132-086, Phase I, II, Sequential Phase II, ongoing design and development of high power density 250kWe prime power system for directed energy weapons.  

The ability to provide reliable, efficient and lightweight mobile electrical power for directed energy weapons systems is a key enabling technology for the eventual deployment of these weapon systems. Current electrical power generation systems in the 250kWe and above power class are massive systems, weighing nearly 10,000 pounds and requiring their own trailer or a separate vehicle to provide electrical power for the weapon system. Candent Technologies is currently developing a turbine generator that is an order of magnitude smaller is Size Weight and Power (SWaP) while providing fuel efficiency on par with a diesel generator system. The system includes a recuperated cycle gas turbine that directly drives a high speed alternator, increasing the speed of the alternator and significantly reducing the weight of the system. The first test of the system is planned for later in 2020.
Navy-USMC/MCSC SBIR Topic No. N132-086, Phase I, II, Sequential Phase II, ongoing design and development of high power density 250kWe prime power system for directed energy weapons.  

The ability to provide reliable, efficient and lightweight mobile electrical power for directed energy weapons systems is a key enabling technology for the eventual deployment of these weapon systems. Current electrical power generation systems in the 250kWe and above power class are massive systems, weighing nearly 10,000 pounds and requiring their own trailer or a separate vehicle to provide electrical power for the weapon system. Candent Technologies is currently developing a turbine generator that is an order of magnitude smaller is Size Weight and Power (SWaP) while providing fuel efficiency on par with a diesel generator system. The system includes a recuperated cycle gas turbine that directly drives a high speed alternator, increasing the speed of the alternator and significantly reducing the weight of the system. The first test of the system is planned for later in 2020.
The Candent Technologies 300 kW power generation system mockup.
Candent Technologies developed small heavy fuel engine
Small Heavy Fuel Engine - Candent Technologies developed under DoD (Navy) Topic No. SBIR N121-054, Phase I and Phase II a small heavy fuel engine capable of providing up to 5kW of power for a variety of ground and marine power applications. This spark ignited two stroke engine features advanced direct fuel injection, 150 watt 12 v alternator, remote electric starting, oil injection and can be configured for air or water cooling depending on the application. 

This system can be applied to small generators for tactical missions or for APU’s for vehicles that require more electrical power while on watch. Other applications such as small unmanned surface vehicles or unmanned boats are envisioned. The system is exceptionally quiet, with acoustic levels of approximately 72 db at 20 feet at high power using advanced exhaust systems developed in the program. This technology can be applied to power systems of up to 20 kW using a two cylinder version of the engine with higher capacity cylinders. 

Candent Technologies is teamed with Orbital Engines of Australia in the development of this small heavy fuel engine.
“Candent designed gas turbine hybrid drive system for the Euromarine PI-65” 
Euromarine PI-65 Patrol Boat Hybrid Propulsion System 
Candent Technologies is developing a gas turbine hybrid propulsion system for the PI-65 Patrol Boat. The PI-65 uses and advanced hull form that substantially reduces pounding and provides excellent performance. The gas turbine hybrid propulsion system employs existing gas turbine engines for primary propulsion but also employs motor/generator units in the custom gearboxes. 

These motor generator units are powered by a high efficiency 300 kW gas turbine electrical generator set which provides all propulsion and accessory power for cruising at speeds up to hull speed. At low speeds this system provides very long range and low fuel consumption. At speeds above hull speed the primary propulsion engines together produce over 5,000 hp providing a high dash speed capability with similar fuel consumption as a diesel system. 
Candent Technologies developed small heavy fuel engine
Candent Technologies developed small heavy fuel engine
Small Heavy Fuel Engine - Candent Technologies developed under DoD (Navy) Topic No. SBIR N121-054, Phase I and Phase II a small heavy fuel engine capable of providing up to 5kW of power for a variety of ground and marine power applications. This spark ignited two stroke engine features advanced direct fuel injection, 150 watt 12 v alternator, remote electric starting, oil injection and can be configured for air or water cooling depending on the application. 

This system can be applied to small generators for tactical missions or for APU’s for vehicles that require more electrical power while on watch. Other applications such as small unmanned surface vehicles or unmanned boats are envisioned. The system is exceptionally quiet, with acoustic levels of approximately 72 db at 20 feet at high power using advanced exhaust systems developed in the program. This technology can be applied to power systems of up to 20 kW using a two cylinder version of the engine with higher capacity cylinders. 

Candent Technologies is teamed with Orbital Engines of Australia in the development of this small heavy fuel engine.
Candent Technologies developed small heavy fuel engine
Small Heavy Fuel Engine - Candent Technologies developed under DoD (Navy) Topic No. SBIR N121-054, Phase I and Phase II a small heavy fuel engine capable of providing up to 5kW of power for a variety of ground and marine power applications. This spark ignited two stroke engine features advanced direct fuel injection, 150 watt 12 v alternator, remote electric starting, oil injection and can be configured for air or water cooling depending on the application. 

This system can be applied to small generators for tactical missions or for APU’s for vehicles that require more electrical power while on watch. Other applications such as small unmanned surface vehicles or unmanned boats are envisioned. The system is exceptionally quiet, with acoustic levels of approximately 72 db at 20 feet at high power using advanced exhaust systems developed in the program. This technology can be applied to power systems of up to 20 kW using a two cylinder version of the engine with higher capacity cylinders. 

Candent Technologies is teamed with Orbital Engines of Australia in the development of this small heavy fuel engine.
“Candent designed gas turbine hybrid drive system for the Euromarine PI-65” 
Euromarine PI-65 Patrol Boat Hybrid Propulsion System 
Candent Technologies is developing a gas turbine hybrid propulsion system for the PI-65 Patrol Boat. 

The PI-65 uses and advanced hull form that substantially reduces pounding and provides excellent performance. The gas turbine hybrid propulsion system employs existing gas turbine engines for primary propulsion but also employs motor/generator units in the custom gearboxes. 

These motor generator units are powered by a high efficiency 300 kW gas turbine electrical generator set which provides all propulsion and accessory power for cruising at speeds up to hull speed. At low speeds this system provides very long range and low fuel consumption. 

At speeds above hull speed the primary propulsion engines together produce over 5,000 hp providing a high dash speed capability with similar fuel consumption as a diesel system. 
Euromarine PI-65 Patrol Boat Hybrid Propulsion System 
Candent Technologies is developing a gas turbine hybrid propulsion system for the PI-65 Patrol Boat. The PI-65 uses and advanced hull form that substantially reduces pounding and provides excellent performance. The gas turbine hybrid propulsion system employs existing gas turbine engines for primary propulsion but also employs motor/generator units in the custom gearboxes. 

These motor generator units are powered by a high efficiency 300 kW gas turbine electrical generator set which provides all propulsion and accessory power for cruising at speeds up to hull speed. At low speeds this system provides very long range and low fuel consumption. At speeds above hull speed the primary propulsion engines together produce over 5,000 hp providing a high dash speed capability with similar fuel consumption as a diesel system. 
“Candent designed gas turbine hybrid drive system for the Euromarine PI-65” 
“Euromarine PI-65 Patrol Boat” 
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