M15.3 Inlet Flashcards

1
Q

What is the primary function of the engine inlet of a turbine engine?

A

To provide a relatively distortion-free airflow to the inlet of the compressor in the required quantity.

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2
Q

What are Inlet Guide Vanes (IGV) used for?

A

To straighten the airflow and direct it into the first stages of the compressor.

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3
Q

What can excessive internal engine temperatures in the turbine section lead to?

A

Compressor stall.

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4
Q

Is the air-inlet duct considered part of the engine or the airframe?

A

It is considered an airframe part.

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5
Q

How does the air intake size of gas turbine engines compare to reciprocating engines?

A

Gas turbine engines consume considerably more airflow and have a much larger air entrance passage.

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6
Q

What can result from inefficiencies of the inlet duct?

A

Performance losses through other components of the engine.

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7
Q

What is ‘ram recovery’ in the context of aircraft speed and thrust?

A

It compensates for losses caused by increases in speed.

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8
Q

What causes an air pressure drop in the engine inlet?

A

Friction of air along both sides of the duct and bends in the duct system.

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9
Q

What is a divided-entrance duct primarily used for?

A

High-speed, single, or twin-engine military aircraft.

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10
Q

What is one major drawback of a divided duct system?

A

Designing an entrance duct of reasonable length with as few bends as possible.

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11
Q

What is a variable-geometry duct designed to do?

A

Provide the correct amount of air to the engine inlet and reduce airflow velocity.

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12
Q

True or False: Airflow through the engine must always be less than Mach 1.

A

True.

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13
Q

What is the purpose of a shock wave in the airstream of supersonic aircraft?

A

To create a thin region of discontinuity that diffuses the airflow and decreases velocity.

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14
Q

What is a compressor inlet screen used for?

A

To prevent the engine from ingesting items that can be drawn in the intake.

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15
Q

What is a bellmouth inlet primarily used for?

A

Obtaining very high aerodynamic efficiency during engine testing.

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16
Q

What is the function of a ducted arrangement in turboprop engines?

A

To optimize airflow and aerodynamic characteristics.

17
Q

How does icing affect engine performance?

A

It can disturb airflow, leading to reduced performance and potential compressor stall.

18
Q

What are the two common types of engine ice protection systems?

A
  • Bleed Air
  • Electrical Heating (thermal)
19
Q

What is the role of anti-icing valves in bleed air systems?

A

To protect against overpressurization and limit bleed air loss.

20
Q

What happens when an anti-ice valve opens?

A

Hot air enters the anti-ice duct and sprays into the engine cowling.

21
Q

What is an electro-thermal anti-icing system primarily used in?

A

Smaller turboprop and turboshaft engines.

22
Q

Fill in the blank: The main function of an inlet duct is to provide the correct amount of air to the _______.

A

[engine inlet]

23
Q

What is the effect of ice on the engine inlet’s airflow?

A

It can lead to a disturbed airflow that reduces performance.

24
Q

What is the purpose of using warm bleed air in anti-icing systems?

A

To keep the engine inlet free of ice during ground and flight operations.

25
Q

What controls the flow of hot air to the engine inlet when anti-icing is turned on?

A

The EEC controls the flow of hot air based on inputs from the aircraft and engine sensors.

26
Q

What type of anti-icing systems do smaller turboprop and turboshaft engines typically use?

A

Electric heat strip systems, classified as electro-thermal anti-icing systems.

27
Q

How are electric heat strip systems constructed?

A

They are constructed of electrical resistance wire embedded in layers of reinforced neoprene materials.

28
Q

Where are the electric heat strips primarily located?

A

At the lip of the nacelle inlet.

29
Q

When do electro-thermal anti-icing systems operate?

A

They operate only when the engine is running.

30
Q

What can happen if electric heat strips operate without air passing over them?

A

They can overheat and potentially cause damage to the engine.

31
Q

What is the first step in troubleshooting if ice forms in the inlet with the anti-icing system turned ON?

A

Verify the correct power source at the valve.

32
Q

What should be checked if compressor stalls occur at high power settings with the anti-icing system OFF?

A

Ensure that ambient conditions are within operational guidelines.

33
Q

What is the remedy for an engine unable to attain full power at EGT limit?

A

Verify the correct power source at the valve and check for leak-through.

34
Q

What should be done if the air regulator is stuck fully open?

A

Bench check for the correct operation of the bimetallic coil.

35
Q

What might cause fluctuating EGT and engine speed?

A

Anti-icing valves intermittently open when the system is off.

36
Q

What should be checked if there is an EPR rise during flight?

A

Check for ice build-up causing a decrease in inlet pressure.

37
Q

Fill in the blank: The anti-icing system is designed to operate only when the _______.

A

[engine is running]

38
Q

True or False: Electric heat strip systems are designed to operate continuously regardless of engine status.