Lubrication System Flashcards
What will be the result of operating an engine in extremely high temperatures using a lubricant recommended by the manufacturer for a much lower temperature?
the oil pressure will be lower than normal
(1) Gas turbine and reciprocating engine oils can be mixed or used interchangeably.
(2) Most gas turbine engine oils are synthetic.
Regarding the above statements,
only No. 2 is true
An oil separator is generally associated with which of the following?
engine driven vacuum pump
The time in seconds required for exactly 60 cubic centimeters of oil to flow through an accurately calibrated orifice at a specific temperature is recorded as a measurement of the oil’s
viscosity
Upon what quality or characteristic of a lubricating oil is its viscosity index based?
its rate of change in viscosity with temperature change
Lubricating oils with high viscosity index ratings are oils
in which viscosity does not vary with temperature
Compared to reciprocating engine oils, the types of oils used in turbine engines. Have less tendency to produce lacquer or coke .The oil used in reciprocating engines has a relatively high viscosity due to
large clearances and high operating temperatures
If all other requirements can be met, what type of oil should be used to achieve theoretically perfect engine lubrication?
the thinnest oi; that will stay in place and maintain a reasonable film strength
In addition to lubricating (reducing friction between moving parts), engine oil performs what functions?
1. Cools.
2. Seals.
3. Cleans.
4. Prevents corrosion.
5. Cushions impact (shock) loads.
1,2,3,4,5
Which of these characteristics is desirable in turbine engine oil?
high flash point
The viscosity of a liquid is a measure of its
resistance flow
What type of oil system is usually found on turbine engines?
dry sump, pressure and spray
Which of the following factors helps determine the proper grade of oil to use in a particular engine?
operating speeds of bearings
Specific gravity is a comparison of the weight of a substance to the weight of an equal volume of
distilled water at a specific temperature
Which of the following has the greatest effect on the viscosity of lubricating oil?
temperature
What advantage do mineral base lubricants have over vegetable oil base lubricants when used in aircraft engines?
chemical stability
The recommended aircraft engine lubricants are
mineral or synthetic based
High tooth pressures and high rubbing velocities, such as occur with spur-type gears, require the use of
an EP lubricant
Manufacturers normally require turbine engine oil servicing within a short time after engine shutdown primarily to
prevent over servicing
What type of oil do most engine manufacturers recommend for new reciprocating engine break-in?
Straight mineral oil
What type of oil do most engine manufacturers recommend after new reciprocating engine break-in?
Straight mineral oil
The type of oil pumps most commonly used on turbine engines are classified as
positive displacement
As a general rule, the mixture setting on a reciprocating engine operating at or near takeoff power that provides the best cooling is
full rich
The engine oil temperature regulator is usually located between which of the following on a dry sump reciprocating engine?
the scavenger pump outlet and the oil storage tank
What will happen to the return oil if the oil line between the scavenger pump and the oil cooler separates?
the return oil will be pump overboard
At cruise RPM, some oil will flow through the relief valve of a gear-type engine oil pump. This is normal as the relief valve is set at a pressure which is
lower than the pressure pump capabilities
(1) Fuel may be used to cool oil in gas turbine engines.
(2) Ram air may be used to cool oil in gas turbine engines.
Regarding the above statements,
both NO.1 and No. 2 are true
In a reciprocating engine oil system, the temperature bulb senses oil temperature
at a point after the oil passed through the oil cooler
The oil dampened main bearing utilized in some turbine engines is used to
provide an oil film between the outer race and the bearing housing in order to reduce vibration tendencies in the rotor system, and to allow for slight misalignment
What is the purpose of the last chance oil filters?
to filter the oil immediately before it enters the main bearings
In a jet engine which uses a fuel-oil heat exchanger, the oil temperature is controlled by a thermostatic valve that regulates the flow of
oil through the heat exchanger
What prevents pressure within the lubricating oil tank from rising above or falling below ambient pressure (reciprocating engine)?
oil tank vent
In an axial-flow turbine engine, compressor bleed air is sometimes used to aid in cooling the
turbine, vanes, blades, and bearings
Oil picks up the most heat from which of the following turbine engine components?
turbine bearing
Which of the following is a function of the fuel-oil heat exchanger on a turbojet engine?
increases fuel temperature
According to Federal Aviation Regulations, oil tank fillers on turbine engines must be marked with the word
‘oil’