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Gas Turbine Engine Technology, by Irwin E. Treager

Gas Turbine Engine Technology

by Irwin E. Treager

Publisher:
ISBN-10:
0028018281
ISBN-13:
9780028018287
Published Date:
1996
Edition:
3rd
Pages:
677
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Gas Turbine Engine Technology is an in-depth and comprehensive text on the theory, design, construction, components, accessories, and maintenance and operational functions of aircraft gas turbine engines, followed by detailed specifics of several common and class typical models. Includes over 1600 drawings and photographs.<

from the preface: ...written for the aircraft technician to fill a need for functional and operaional information. Although much has been written about the gas turbine from an engineering viewpoint, little deals with this powerplant from a technological level.

Gas Turbine Engine Technology is designed to provide a comprehensive source of general gas turbine information for the aircraft technician. Where appropriate aerodynamic, thermodynamic, and mechanical design considerations are discussed at a reasonable technological level.....

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

History & Theory
Background & Development
Types, Variations, and Applications
Engine Theory
Construction & Design
Inlet Ducts
Compressors
Combustion Chambers
Turbines
Exhaust Systems
Thrust Augmentation
Materials of Construction
Systems & Accessories
Fuel
Fuel System Components
Typical Fuel Systems
Lubricating Oils
Ignition System
Starting & APU Systems
Maintenance & Testing
Maintenance & Overhaul Procedures
Testing and Operation
Representative Engines
P&W 4000 Series Turbofan
GE J79 Turbojet
Lycoming T53 Turboshaft
Allison 501-D13 Turboprop
Teledyne CAE J69-T-25 Turbojet
GE CF6 Turbofan
P&W JT8D Turbofan
Appendices
Conversion Factors
Symbols & Abbreviations
Glossary
Tables & Charts
Common Formulas
Decimal/Fraction Conversion
Drill Sizes
Fuel Utilization
Speed of Sound and Temperatures
Psychrometric Chart