Power Augmentation Flashcards
What does power augmentation consist of?
- Turbo charger
- Super charger
What does the MAP gauge do?
- Measures mass air flow
- Measures atmospheric pressure (1013 hPa)
What is the critical altitude?
Where the turbo-supercharger cannot provide boost
What is the turbocharger driven by?
Exhaust gases
What is the super charger driven by?
Crankshaft
What does the charge air cooler do?
Prevents detonation
What is the function of the waste gate?
Control speed
Position of the waste gate when engine is off?
Fully open
Position of waste gate at idle speed
Almost closed
Position of waste gate at T/O
Partially open
Position of waste gate during climb
Tends to close
Position of waste gate at critical altitude
Fully closed
General idea of waste gate
When power is needed, it tends to be closed rather than open
EXAM Q: What can happen during descent?
Overboost