Turbine Flashcards
at what point on an axial-flow turbojet engine will the highest gas pressure occur…?
at the compressor outlet
the rotor blades of an axial-flow compressors are usually made from what type of material?
Stainless steel
one function of the nozzle diaphram in a turbine engine is to?
direct the flow of gasses to strike the turbine blades at the desired angle
what is the profile of a turbine engine compressor blade?
a reduced blade tip thickness
the fan rotational speed of a dual axial compressor forward fan engine is the same as the…?
low pressure (LP) compressor
the abbreviation Pt7 used in turbine engine terminology means?
the total pressure at station 7
the bending of blades and vanes in a turbine engine…?
should be performed parallel to the length of the blade using smooth contors to minimise stress points
what turbine engine section provides for proper mixing of the fuel /air mixture?
combustion section
in a gas turbine engine, combustion occurs at a constant…?
pressure
which statement is true regarding jet engines?
at the higher engine speeds, thrust increases rapidly with small increases in RPM
some high volume turbo-prop and turbo-jet engines are equipped with two spol or split compressors. when these engines are operated at high alitiudes, the…?
low-pressure rotor will increase in speed as the compressor load decreases in the lower density air.
turbine nozzle diaphrams located on the upstream side of each turbine wheel, are used in the gas turbine engine to…?
increase the velocity of the heated gases flowing past the point.
where is the highest gas pressure in a turbojet engine?
the entrance of the burner section
an exhaust cone place aft of the turbine in a jet engine will cause the pressure in the first part of the exhaust duct to…?
increase and the velocity to decrease
what is the function of the stator vane assembly at the dicharge end of a typical axial-flow compressor?
to straighten airflow to eliminate turbulence
the turbine section of a jet engine drives…?
drives the compressor section
when starting a turbine engine?
a hot start is indicated if the exhause gas temps exceed specified limits
in the dual axial-flow or twin spool compressor system, the first stage turbine drives the …?
N2 compressor
which of the following may be used to mark turbine engine components exposed to high temps?
layout die
when starting a turbine engine, a hung start is indicated if the engine?
fails to reach idle RPM
what are the two basic elements of the turbine section in a turbine engine?
stators and rotors
which of the following acts as a diffuser in a turbine engine and converts velocity to pressure?
Stators
The function of the exhaust cone assembly of a turbine engine is to?
Straighten and collect the exhaust gases into a solid exhaust jet
What are the two functional elements in a centrifugal compressor?
impeller and diffuser
The components of a centrifugal compressor section consist of the impeller, diffuser and?
Manifold
What must be done after the fuel control unit has been replaced on an aircraft gas turbine engine?
Retrim the engine
If, during inspection at engine overhaul, ball or roller bearings are found to have magnetism, but otherwise have no defects, they?
Must be degaussed before use
A turbine engine compressor which contains vanes on both sides of the propeller is a…?
double entry centrifugal compressor
What is the first engine instrument indication of a successful start of a turbine engine?
A rise in exhaust gas temperature
Some engine manufacturers of twin spool gas turbine engines identify turbine discharge pressure in their maintenance manuals as…?
Pt7
Who establishes the recommended operating time between overhauls of a turbine engine used in general aviation?
the engine manafacture
Turbine engine components exposed to high temperatures generally may not be marked with?
Wax, grease pencil or a graphite lead pencil
Who establishes mandatory replacement times for critical components of a turbine engine?
The engine manufacturer
Main bearing oil seals used with turbine engines are usually what type?
Labyrinth and/or carbon rubbing
How does a dual axial-flow compressor improve the efficiency of a turbo jet engine?
Higher compression ratios can be obtained
Three types of turbine blades are?
Impulse, reaction, and impulse-reaction
Which statements are true regarding aircraft engine propulsion?
An engine driven propeller imparts a relatively small amount of acceleration to a large mass of air
The basic gas turbine engine is divided into two main sections. the cold section and the hot section.
1. The cold section includes the engine inlet, compressor, and the turbine sections
2. The hot section includes the combuster, diffuser, and exhaust sections
NEITHER 1 NOR 2 is true
- Welding and straightening of turbine engine rotating airfoils does not require special equipment
- Welding and straightening of turbine engine rotating airfoils is commonly recommended by the manafacture
NEITHER 1 NOR 2 are true
The advantage of the axio flow compressor is its?
High peak efficiency
What is one purpose of the stator blades in the compression section of the turbine engine?
To control direction of the air flow
What is the purpose of the diffuser section in a turbine engine?
To increase pressure and reduce velocity
Where do stress rupture cracks usually appear on turbine blades?
Across the leading edge or trailing edge at right angles to the edge length
In which type of turbine engine combustion chamber is the case and liner are removed and installed as one unit during routine maintenance?
Can
The diffuser of a jet engine is located between?
The compressor section and the burner section
When the leading edge of a first stage, turbine blade is found to have stress rupture cracks, which of the following should be suspected?
Overtemp condition
Turbine blades are generally more susceptible to operating damage than compressor blades because of?
The exposure to high temps
Which of the following is the ultimate limiting factor of a turbine engine operation?
Turbine inlet temperature
The recurrent ingestion of dust or other fine airborne particles into a turbine engine can result in?
Erosion damage to the compressor and turbine sections
Which of the following engine variables is the most CRITICAL during turbine engine operation?
Turbine inlet temperature
Reduced blade vibration and improved airflow characteristics in gas turbine engines are brought about by?
Shrouded turbine rotor blades
Which turbine engine compressor offers the greatest advantages for both starting flexibly and improved high altitude performance?
Split-spool, axial-flow
Jet engine turbine blades removed for detailed inspection must be installed in?
in the same spot
An advantage of the centrifugal-flow compressor is its high?
pressure rise per stage
the highest heat-to-metal contact in the jet engine is the …?
turbine inlet guide vanes
Which two elements make up the axial-flow compressor assembly?
Rotor and stator
The two types of centrifugal compressor impellers are?
Single entry and double entry
Between each row of rotating blades in a turbine engine compressor, there is a row of stationary blades which act to defuse the air. These stationary blades are called?
Stators
standard sea level pressure is…?
29.92” Hg
Using standard atmospheric conditions, the standard sea level temperature is?
59°F
When aircraft turbine blades are subjected to excessive heat stress, What type of failures would you expect?
Stress rupture
In an axial-flow compressor, one purpose of the stator vanes at the discharge end of the compressor is to?
Straighten the air flow and eliminate turbulence
Compressor field cleaning on a turbine engine is performed primarily in order to?
Prevent engine performance degradation, increased fuel costs, and damage or corrosion to gas path surface
Hot section inspections for many modern turbine engines are required?
On a time or cycle basis
The purpose of the shrouds on the turbine blades of an axial-flow compressor engine is to?
reduce vibration
In a dual axial-flow compressor, the first stage turbine drives?
N2 compressor
What should be done initially if a turbine engine catches fire when starting?
Turn off the fuel and continue engine rotation with the starter
What is the proper starting sequence for a turbo jet engine?
Starter, ignition, fuel
A weak fuel to air mixture along with normal airflow through a turbon engine may result in?
A lean die-out
Turbine engine flame out may be caused by improper….?
Fuel/air mixture
Turbine engine after flame is caused by?
Excess fuel in the combustion section, turbine or exhaust nozles
What is used in turbine engines to aid in stabilization of compressor airflow during low thrust engine operation
Variable guide vanes and/or compressor bleed valves
Name the working fluid that provides pressure to the variable inlet guide vane actuators used on some turbine engine compressors…?
hydraylic fluid
In a turbo engine with a dual spool compressor, the low speed compressor…?
seeks its own best operating speed
What is the function of the inlet guide vane assembly on an axial-flow compressor?
Direct the air flow into the first stage rotor blades at the proper angle
Which of the following is a good indication of a malfunctional fuel nozzle when inspecting the exhaustion of an aircraft turbine engine?
Hot spots on the tail cone
The stator vanes on an axial-flow compressor…?
convert velocity energy into pressure energy
The velocity of SUBSONIC air as it flows through a convergent nozzle?
Increases
The velocity of SUPERSONIC air as it flows through a diversion nozzle…?
Increases
The velocity of supersonic air as it flows through a diversion puzle.
Decreases
The pressure of SUBSONIC air as it flows through a convergant nozzle..?
Decreases