AX-FORCE is a revolutionary modular solution supporting both AC/DC and DC/AC bidirectional conversion delivering superior power density, performance, reliability, and efficiency for a wide range of aerospace and defence applications
TT Electronics, announced on September 10 the launch of their newest power conversion solution for aerospace and defence – AX-FORCE Bidirectional power converter, on show at DSEI from 9–12 September 2025 in Hall N4, booth #315.
AX-FORCE Bidirectional power converter sets new standards in aerospace and defence power conversion. Delivering unrivalled efficiency, compactness, and configurability, this bidirectional power converter is engineered to support a broad range of electrification and mission-critical applications while ensuring reliability under the most demanding conditions.
Enabling seamless AC/DC and DC/AC power flow with efficiencies exceeding 96%, AX-FORCE is scalable to 150kW and delivers up to five times the system power of traditional solutions in a lightweight, modular design. Built to rigorous aerospace and military standards, including RTCA-DO-160, MIL-STD-704, and MIL-STD-461, AX-FORCE integrates advanced protections and universal configurability to support platforms ranging from electrified aircraft and eVTOL propulsion to naval shipboard grids and tactical microgrids. AX-FORCE is a highly versatile power platform that can be paralleled for higher power applications greater than 150KW, up to 500KW. The AX-FORCE can be configured in real time for 7 different applications including as an AC/DC/AC bus/bridge converter, an AC/DC converter, a motor control or servo control unit, a current source or voltage source inverter, and a battery charger.
„The aerospace and defence sectors face growing pressure to electrify platforms, extend fleet life, and improve energy efficiency, all while maintaining reliability,”said Sanjeev Sachan, Engineering Director at TT Electronics.“AX-FORCE addresses these challenges with a universal, lightweight, and highly efficient solution that reduces footprint, improves utilisation, and accelerates next-gen capability deployment. While traditional converters are bulky, inefficient, and limited in scope, AX-FORCE uses advanced SiC technology to achieve ultra-high-power density, delivering three to five times more system power in the same space and weight.”
Smarter, Cleaner, More-Electric Platforms
At over 96% efficiency, AX-FORCE dramatically reduces wasted energy, cuts heat output and supports aerospace and defence organisations in meeting sustainability and net-zero objectives. Its lightweight form factor saves critical space, enabling engineers to integrate additional mission systems into airframes, vehicles, or vessels. For microgrids, its bidirectional nature reduces cost and complexity while enabling energy reuse instead of loss.
Equally important, AX-FORCE is universal and software-configurable. One unit adapts to multiple systems, reducing non-recurring engineering costs and accelerating platform upgrades. Its modularity and fault isolation features further enhance reliability in mission-critical environments, delivering the ruggedness and compliance demanded by aerospace and defence customers.
AX-FORCE by TT Electronics is designed for aerospace primes, defence contractors, and innovators such as emerging eVTOL and tactical microgrid providers. By enabling compact, efficient, and configurable, line replaceable power conversion, AX-FORCE enhances operational performance while lowering lifecycle costs across air, land, and sea platforms.
TT Electronics plc, headquartered in the UK, is an engineering and manufacturing partner to aerospace and defence OEMs, providing:
• Early-stage design collaboration to optimise system architecture and reduce program risk
• NPI and prototyping capabilities supporting design validation and iteration
• Comprehensive testing and qualification including environmental, EMC, and reliability testing
• Supply chain security with controlled materials sourcing and ITAR compliance
• Lifecycle support ensuring long-term availability for multi-decade defence programs
