Chapter 1.1: Thermodynamic of engine Flashcards
which FAR part is on engine regulation?
FAR part 33
Which Newton law is thrust and engine based on?
thrust: 2nd law (F = ma)
whole engine: 3rd law (equal & opposite reaction)
what are the 5 stages of the engine?
inlet > compressor > combustion > turbine> exhaust
which part of the engine is responsible for producing thrust?
exhaust nozzle
what is the convergent-divergent duct based on?
mass flow rate = ρAV
ṁ and ρ is constant so only A & V can change
where can Bernoulli’s Theorem be applicable within the engine?
inlet, diffuser, exhaust
other parts have mechanical interference
which part of the engine has the highest pressure?
compressor outlet or combustor inlet/outlet
what should be constant in the combustion chamber?
pressure
which part of the engine has the highest temperature and stress?
turbine inlet temperature (TIT) or combustion outlet
what is an air-breathing engine?
engine that uses atm air as engine working fluid
how does turbojet and turboprop engines produce thrust?
turbojet: big acceleration, small mass of air
turboprop: small acceleration, big mass of air
what does the turbine do?
extract energy from hot gas to turn compressor
what will be the same for a set of turbine and compressor?
rpm on same spool
where does the remaining energy from turbine go?
exit exhaust as thrust
what is the use of the compressor?
add energy to gas (compressor work on gas)