Diffusers Flashcards
The ______ is the divergent section of the engine between the compressor (cold section) and combustion chamber (hot section)
DIFFUSER
the purpose of the ________ section is to convert potential energy into kinetic energy for doing work.
Combustion
Component:
______ (or outer combustion chamber) delivers high pressure air to the inner liner and also provides cooling, serving as a cooling jacket.
Casing
Component:
the _______ is the chamber where the fuel/air mixture is burned, containing many holes to allow air to enter for combustion and cooling
inner liner
Component:
the _______ inject atomized fuel into the inner liner for combustion
fuel nozzles
Component:
one or two ______ (or GLOW PLUGS) provide initial ignition, after which combustion is continuous (self-sustained), as long as the mixture is correct
igniters