Hypersonic & Supersonic Propulsion System Development

Accelerating Hypersonic & Supersonic Propulsion Innovation, From Concept to Commercialization

Throughout the last 25 years of aerospace tech development, SoftInWay has helped solution partners find faster and more efficient ways to travel to space. Now, as these partners’ visions and expectations become faster and higher, we’re here to solve their most pressing design questions. These include features like designing nozzles for rotor cascades for supersonic flows, which are essential for achieving high aerodynamic quality at supersonic speeds. But our expertise extends beyond space travel.

We also specialize in hypersonic technologies for applications such as military aircraft, missiles, and high-speed commercial transportation. We have been the catalyst for change in this department, not only providing preliminary design capabilities, but also thermal regulation and system-level modeling to allow sufficient cooling for even faster speeds and higher expectations.

Software Offerings

AxSTREAM: Integrated CAE Platform for Supersonic and Hypersonic Technology

AxSTREAM is designed for organizations and startups in the aerospace space industry, particularly those working on innovating high-speed propulsion technology. It offers a range of capabilities that allow engineers to design, analyze, and optimize new and existing propulsion systems easily and efficiently.

Perform 1D/2D/3D aerodynamic design and structural analysis on turbopump components (oxidizer and fuel pumps as well as turbine(s)).
Design the rocket nozzle and the accompanying cooling system/measures.
Execute the full scope of rotor dynamics and bearing design and analysis.
Design, analyze, and optimize the entire engine layout for both space and commercial aviation applications, including hypersonic engines.
Perform system-level design and analysis, including modeling piping, secondary flows, determining leakages, and optimizing axial forces for both space and commercial aviation applications
Automate the entire design and development process for hypersonic and supersonic engines to save time and resources in both space and commercial aviation applications

A fighter jet flies over a brightly lit cityscape at night, with blue-lit engines leaving trails in the dark sky.

A large rocket stage, showcasing cutting-edge technology, is displayed indoors with gleaming metal surfaces and intricate engine details. Visitors gather below, marveling at the impressive structure.

Key Benefits:

Couple 0D-1D modeling of propulsion & auxiliary systems, including lubrication, secondary flows, & nozzle cooling to determine performance, hydraulic resistance & heat transfer all in one mode.
Explore axial & radial configurations at design & off-design conditions through generative design.
Perform the full range of rotor dynamics & bearing analysis with the ability to import turbomachinery flow path, reducing model preparation time.
Validate and generate new design concepts through automation and co-simulation.
Create your own scripts defining physics & functionality which can be deployed in user design practice.
Integrate system & component-level modeling to perform holistic design, analysis, and optimization.
Seamlessly integrate workflow with CAD, PLM, & other commercial CAE tools.
Create a digital twin of your system to study.

Design Services

When our company was founded in 1999, its original focus was in turbomachinery consulting. Since then, we have expanded into many different sectors and markets, but our core foundation remains. Our engineering service team has been chosen by customers across the globe to serve as an extension of our clients’ engineering team. Armed with AxSTREAM, our expertise enables us to develop top-of-the-line rocket engine technology ranging from individual component design on the turbopump to complete propulsion and auxiliary systems.

In addition to our extensive work in the space sector, we also provide cutting-edge engineering services for commercial aviation. With a focus on hypersonic and supersonic propulsion technology, our team at SoftInWay is at the forefront of innovation, developing next-generation solutions to meet the demands of the aerospace industry. Whether it’s designing high-speed propulsion systems, optimizing engine performance, or enhancing efficiency, SoftInWay is committed to delivering superior engineering services that push the boundaries of what is possible.