day 10 progress check Flashcards
In a turboprop exhaust nozzle, what is the main function of the tailpipe assembly?
To discharge exhaust gases
What is a clamshell door?
Doors at the end of the tail pipe that redirect thrust forward
What is a limitation of operating in the afterburner mode?
Increased fuel consumption
What application is the Convergent-Divergent Exhaust Nozzle suitable for?
High-speed aircraft
What safety mechanisms are associated with the Thrust Reverser?
Correct: All of the above
Indicator lights in the flight deck
Symmetrical reverse thrust
Locks preventing doors from moving until reverse thrust selected
What is the primary purpose of a convergent-divergent exhaust nozzle?
To optimize gas handling at both subsonic and supersonic velocities
What is the primary function of a Convergent Exhaust Nozzle?
To increase exhaust velocity
Which type of reverser is commonly used in unducted turbofan engines?
Aerodynamic blockage
In the aerodynamic blockage thrust reverser, which component is responsible for redirecting fan airflow to slow down the aircraft?
Translating cowl
What is the purpose of thrust vectoring in aircraft propulsion?
To enhance maneuverability
What is the purpose of a Turboprop Exhaust Nozzle’s tailpipe assembly?
To discharge exhaust gases
How do turboprop aircraft achieve thrust reversal?
by reversing the pitch of the propellor
What type of nozzle is commonly used in very high-speed aerospace vehicles?
Convergent-divergent nozzle
What is the primary purpose of a Turbine Engine Exhaust Cone?
To decrease turbulence
How does thrust vectoring contribute to aircraft maneuverability?
By relocating providing varied thrust directions
