Solving Complex Stabilization Challenges for Today’s and Tomorrow’s Defense Platforms
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- Curtiss-Wright
- Defense Solutions
- Rugged Solutions
- Motion Control
- Turret Drive Stabilization System
Precision Aiming and Stabilization Solutions for Mission Success
For over 30 years, Curtiss-Wright has delivered advanced turret drive stabilization systems (TDSS) to more than 30 military organizations worldwide. Our field-proven solutions ensure mission-critical gun turret control and tank stabilization in the most demanding combat environments.
Stabilization Technology Engineered for Performance
Curtiss-Wright’s TDSS delivers precise, reliable turret aiming and motion control solutions, providing operators unmatched control over turret weapon systems, even while on the move. Leveraging advanced gyroscopic stabilization technology and highly responsive drive systems, TDSS ensures accurate targeting and consistent performance across challenging terrains.
Flexible, Modular, and Future-Ready
Every mission is unique, and so are the requirements. That’s why Curtiss-Wright’s TDSS is built on a modular building-block architecture, allowing easy customization and seamless integration into both new turret build programs and existing platforms. From rotary gear drives and linear drives to motor controllers, hand controllers, and gyroscopes, every component is designed to meet specific performance needs while optimizing weight, size, and cost.
Comprehensive Support Beyond the System
Curtiss-Wright offers more than just industry-leading turret drive systems. We partner with defense organizations to deliver a full spectrum of services, including:
- Expert design and integration support
- Program management from concept to deployment
- Integrated logistics support, documentation, and training for the whole life cycle
- Life cycle extension services to maximize platform value
- Localized production options to support regional procurement
Why Choose Curtiss-Wright TDSS?
- Proven reliability in global defense operations
- Scalable solutions for a wide range of turret control applications
- Performance-optimized components tailored to program needs
- Lifecycle services that protect your investment and operational readiness
When precision matters and performance is mission-critical, trust Curtiss-Wright to deliver the turret stabilizing solutions your forces depend on.
Turret Aiming & Stabilization Drive System
Products
Rotary Gear Drives
Rotary gear drives designed to perform traverse and elevation movements in aiming and stabilization systems
Rotary Gear Drives
Rotary gear drives designed to perform traverse and elevation movements in aiming and stabilization systems
Linear Gear Drives
Linear gear drives for smooth, linear motion even for applications subject to heavy loads, continuous vibrations, and high shock
Linear Gear Drives
Linear gear drives for smooth, linear motion even for applications subject to heavy loads, continuous vibrations, and high shock
Motor Controllers
Curtiss-Wright's motor controllers have been developed for use on weapons stations and main battle tanks and are designed for the most demanding applications.
Motor Controllers
Curtiss-Wright's motor controllers have been developed for use on weapons stations and main battle tanks and are designed for the most demanding applications.
Hand Controllers
Curtiss-Wright rugged hand controllers offer high reliability and optimal user comfort and are designed for military tanks, drones, ships, and more.
Hand Controllers
Curtiss-Wright rugged hand controllers offer high reliability and optimal user comfort and are designed for military tanks, drones, ships, and more.
Gyroscopes
Curtiss-Wright fiber optic gyroscopes are designed for high performance and demanding environmental requirements.
Gyroscopes
Curtiss-Wright fiber optic gyroscopes are designed for high performance and demanding environmental requirements.
Aiming and Stabilization Software
Curtiss-Wright aiming and stabilization software enables commissioning, error handling, parameter handling, analysis, and maintenance operation.
Aiming and Stabilization Software
Curtiss-Wright aiming and stabilization software enables commissioning, error handling, parameter handling, analysis, and maintenance operation.
HV TDSS
Curtiss-Wright has developed a high voltage turret drive stabilization system (HV TDSS) that is ideal for upgrading motion control systems intended for aiming and stabilizing turrets on mobile platforms and for rapid direct drive architectures on mobile weapons systems.
HV TDSS
Curtiss-Wright has developed a high voltage turret drive stabilization system (HV TDSS) that is ideal for upgrading motion control systems intended for aiming and stabilizing turrets on mobile platforms and for rapid direct drive architectures on mobile weapons systems.
Turret Drive Stabilization Drive System Brochure
The Curtiss-Wright Turret Drive Stabilization System (TDSS) is designed to offer a flexible choice of standard configurations with a clear upgrade path from a manually operated system to a fully stabilized system that is globally recognized for its high performance and reliability.
Turret Drive Stabilization Drive System Brochure
The Curtiss-Wright Turret Drive Stabilization System (TDSS) is designed to offer a flexible choice of standard configurations with a clear upgrade path from a manually operated system to a fully stabilized system that is globally recognized for its high performance and reliability.
Integrated Stabilization Systems Reduce Risk and Accelerate Time to Market
When each component in the drive system is purpose-built for aiming and stabilization, integrated by experienced engineers, and proven in numerous field applications, system integrators can rest easy knowing their solutions will meet performance requirements
Integrated Stabilization Systems Reduce Risk and Accelerate Time to Market
When each component in the drive system is purpose-built for aiming and stabilization, integrated by experienced engineers, and proven in numerous field applications, system integrators can rest easy knowing their solutions will meet performance requirements
Meeting Local Content Requirements with a Modular Motion Control Solution
In 2019, Rheinmetall Defence Australia was awarded a contract to provide a replacement of the Australian Army’s Light Armoured Vehicle in support of Phase 2 of the Land 400 project.
Meeting Local Content Requirements with a Modular Motion Control Solution
In 2019, Rheinmetall Defence Australia was awarded a contract to provide a replacement of the Australian Army’s Light Armoured Vehicle in support of Phase 2 of the Land 400 project.
Curtiss-Wright Aiming and Stabilization System Demonstration
This video illustrates how an aiming and stabilization system works.
Curtiss-Wright Aiming and Stabilization System Demonstration
This video illustrates how an aiming and stabilization system works.