Gas turbine aero-thermodynamics with special reference to aircraft propulsion

Whittle, Frank

Gas turbine aero-thermodynamics with special reference to aircraft propulsion Frank Whittle - Oxford Pergamon - xii, 261 p.

Fundamentals Flux density in isentropic compressible flow Radial equilibrium in whirling isentropic compressible flow A method of dealing with shock waves in air Isentropic flow through nozzles Representation of thermal cycles for perfect gases Gas turbine cycle calculations using approximate methods Turbo-gas generators Mass flow rate in gas turbines More on part load performance of gas generators Gas turbines with recuperators Turbo-compressors and turbines Aircraft propulsion general "Ram" compression and intake design Combustion The "straigth" turbo jet Effect on cycle calculations of more accurate methods Calculation of maximum efficiency "Two spool" engines Thrust boosting Turbo fans Effect of height and speed on performance A super-thrust engine

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