Data science for helicopter health monitoring and vibration analysis

Helitune’s Data Science capability focuses on enhancing the intelligence of helicopter health monitoring, vibration monitoring and rotor track and balance (RTB) systems. By applying advanced mathematical and algorithmic techniques, we help operators extract meaningful insight from complex data—supporting informed decision-making and timely, effective maintenance action.

Advanced analytics applied to real-world operations

Established in 2005, Helitune’s Data Science Team works at the intersection of engineering, mathematics and operational aviation. Our specialists routinely analyse live field data from helicopter fleets to identify patterns, behaviours and early indicators of developing issues that are not visible using conventional analysis methods.

This work underpins Helitune’s broader approach to condition-based maintenance, enabling earlier intervention, improved reliability and reduced unplanned downtime across demanding operational environments.

Core data science and analytical capabilities

Helitune’s data science and analytics work draws on a wide range of tools and techniques, including:

• Python and R
• SQL and NoSQL database querying
• MATLAB and Simulink
• Statistical modelling
• Real-time and large-scale data analytics
• Data mining and feature extraction
• Fuzzy logic techniques
• Neural networks and machine learning
• Data visualisation for operational insight

These capabilities support the development of intelligent health monitoring algorithms and decision-support tools used across Helitune’s vibration monitoring and RTB solutions.

Supporting products, engineering and applications

Helitune’s data science capability supports the development of advanced health monitoring systems across our products, engineering, and applications teams—ensuring analytical insight is translated into practical, operational value.

How to contact Helitune

Need technical support, product advice or help choosing the right solution? Our team is here to help and will direct your enquiry to the right specialist.

Phone: +44 (0)1805 626 697
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Availability: Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm (UK time)

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Maintenance and support packages

Flexible support for Rotortuner systems

Helitune offers a comprehensive range of maintenance and support packages designed to help operators get the most from their Rotortuner rotor track and balance and vibration monitoring systems throughout their operational life.

Our packages are structured to provide reliable, predictable support—whether you require essential spares coverage or a fully managed lifecycle service.

What our maintenance and support packages include

To best support Rotortuner equipment in operational environments, Helitune offers packages ranging from basic spares provision through to full Life Cycle Management, which can include:

• Repairs and functional checks
• Calibration services
• Software and hardware upgrade programmes
• Structured training for system users and managers
• Ongoing technical support via phone or email
• Optional on-site support visits

Packages are tailored to system configuration, aircraft type and operational requirements, ensuring appropriate support without unnecessary cost.

Lifecycle management and long-term value

Helitune maintenance and support packages are designed to support condition-based maintenance, improve system reliability, and reduce unplanned downtime. By combining calibration, upgrades and expert technical support into a single package, operators benefit from consistent system performance and clearer long-term cost control.

Finance and tailored options

To support planning and budgeting, tailored finance options are available across Helitune maintenance and support packages. Our team will work with you to define a package that aligns with operational needs and commercial priorities.

How to contact Helitune

Need technical support, product advice or help choosing the right solution? Our team is here to help and will direct your enquiry to the right specialist.

Phone: +44 (0)1805 626 697
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Availability: Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm (UK time)

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Mechanical design and aircraft integration expertise

Helitune’s Mechanical Systems Team is responsible for the design, development and integration of vibration monitoring and rotor track and balance (RTB) equipment onto helicopter platforms. Working closely with hardware, software and systems engineers, the team ensures that Helitune products are robust, reliable and suitable for operation in demanding aviation environments.

Engineering design for real-world aviation conditions

Using advanced computer-aided design and simulation tools, mechanical components such as brackets, equipment housings and sensor mounts are modelled, analysed and optimised before manufacture. Designs are then subjected to extensive environmental and structural testing to ensure compliance with civil and military aerospace design and safety standards.

This rigorous approach supports safe aircraft integration and long-term reliability across a wide range of helicopter applications.

Core mechanical design and test capabilities

Helitune’s mechanical engineering capability includes:

• 3D computer-aided design (CAD)
• Finite element analysis (FEA)
• Equipment and electronics housings
• Sensor and mounting design
• Cable and cable harness design
• Bracket and structural design
• Structural design and safety analysis
  (RTCA DO-160G, SAE ARP4754)
• Rapid prototyping using SLA and SLS technologies

These capabilities support the development of mechanically robust systems that protect sensitive instrumentation and ensure accurate vibration measurement in operational helicopter environments.

Supporting integrated monitoring systems

Helitune’s mechanical systems engineering plays a critical role in enabling the reliable deployment of helicopter vibration monitoring, RTB and health monitoring systems, supporting consistent data capture, safe installation and ease of maintenance throughout the system lifecycle.

How to contact Helitune

Need technical support, product advice or help choosing the right solution? Our team is here to help and will direct your enquiry to the right specialist.

Phone: +44 (0)1805 626 697
Email the Helitune team for direct enquiries
Availability: Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm (UK time)

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Software development

Software engineering for helicopter vibration and health monitoring

Helitune’s Software Development Team works closely with customers, health monitoring specialists and hardware engineers to deliver software solutions for helicopter vibration monitoring, rotor track and balance (RTB) and health monitoring systems. Our focus is on developing applications that are intuitive to use, efficient in operation and reliable in demanding aviation environments.

From embedded systems to data-driven applications

The team’s expertise spans the full software stack, from embedded digital signal processing through to web-enabled, data-driven software applications. This breadth allows Helitune to deliver tightly integrated software solutions that support accurate data capture, efficient analysis and effective decision-making.

Core software design and development capabilities

Helitune’s software engineering capability includes:

• High-speed, real-time digital signal processing (DSP) systems
• Embedded firmware development (Assembler and C)
• Real-time operating system development
  (Linux and QNX – C and C++)
• Microsoft Windows platform development
  (VB.NET, WPF, C++, C#)
• SQL database development
• Web applications
  (JavaScript, ASP.NET, WCF)
• Automated software testing
• Agile development processes
• Software release and configuration management
• UML modelling and systems requirements definition
• Compliance with RTCA DO-178C

These capabilities support the development of robust, safety-conscious software for aviation monitoring systems used in operational helicopter environments worldwide.

Enabling integrated monitoring solutions

Helitune’s software engineering capability underpins the performance of our vibration monitoring, RTB and health monitoring systems, ensuring seamless integration with hardware, sensors and data analytics across the system lifecycle.

How to contact Helitune

Need technical support, product advice or help choosing the right solution? Our team is here to help and will direct your enquiry to the right specialist.

Phone: +44 (0)1805 626 697
Email the Helitune team for direct enquiries
Availability: Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm (UK time)

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