Jet Propulsion Concepts

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In turbo fan engine, the jet velocity as compared to turbojet engine is

  • May be less or more depending upon speed
  • Same
  • More
  • Less (correct)

Turbofan engine employs

  • Solid fuel firing
  • No air stream
  • Two or more air streams (correct)
  • One air stream

Aeroplanes employ following type of compressor

  • Radial flow
  • Axial flow (correct)
  • Centrifugal
  • None of the above

Expansion in the turbine of Jet Propulsion is to

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Cycle used in turbojet engine is

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Ram Jet engine uses

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The performance of Ram Jet engine is best at

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A rocket engine uses

<p>Solid and liquid propellants (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The thrust developed in turbojet engine is the

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Which of the following statement is true?

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The propulsive efficiency is given by

<p>propulsive power / energy input rate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The bypass ratio is the ratio of

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Increasing the bypass ratio of turbofan engine _____ thrust.

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In aircraft propulsion the most widely used engine is

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In a jet propulsion, the propulsive matter is

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In the aircraft propellers, the propulsive matter is

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The efficiency of a jet engine is higher at

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Only rocket engines can be propelled to space because

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In a jet propulsion unit, the products of combustion after passing through the gas turbine are discharged into

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The velocity of air entering in a rocket is _____ as compared to an aircraft.

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A turbo-prop is preferred to turbo-jet because

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Flashcards

Turbofan vs. Turbojet Velocity

Jet velocity is lower in turbofan engines compared to turbojet engines.

Turbofan Air Streams

Turbofan engines use two or more air streams, bypassing some air around the core.

Compressor type in aeroplanes

Axial flow compressors are used in aeroplanes for efficient compression.

Turbine Expansion Purpose

The turbine's expansion runs the compressor and accessories.

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Cycle in Turbojet Engine

The Brayton cycle is used in turbojet engines.

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Ramjet Optimal Speed

Ramjet performance is optimal at high speeds. There is no need for a compressor.

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Rocket Propellants

Rocket engines use solid and liquid propellants for combustion.

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Turbojet thrust

Imbalance force

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Engine Inlet/Exit Pressure

The pressure at the inlet and exit of the engine are ambient pressures.

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Propulsive Efficiency Formula

Propulsive efficiency is calculated as propulsive power divided by energy input rate.

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Study Notes

  • Jet velocity in a turbofan engine is less compared to a turbojet engine.
  • Turbofan engines employ two or more air streams.
  • Aeroplanes employ axial flow compressors.
  • Expansion in the turbine of Jet Propulsion runs the compressor and the accessories.
  • The Brayton Cycle is used in turbojet engines.
  • Ram Jet engines don't use compressors.
  • Ram Jet engine performance is best at high speeds.
  • Rocket engines use solid and liquid propellants.
  • Thrust developed in a turbojet engine is an unbalanced force.
  • The pressure at the inlet and exit of an engine is at ambient pressures.
  • Propulsive efficiency is given by propulsive power / energy input rate.
  • Bypass ratio is the mass flow rates of two streams.
  • Increasing the bypass ratio of a turbofan engine increases thrust.
  • The turbofan engine is the most widely used engine in aircraft propulsion.
  • In jet propulsion, the propulsive matter is caused to flow around the propelled body.
  • In aircraft propellers, the propulsive matter is ejected from within the propelled body.
  • The efficiency of jet engines is higher at high altitudes.
  • Rocket engines can be propelled into space because of not needing air.
  • A jet propulsion unit discharges its products of combustion into a discharge nozzle.
  • The velocity of air entering a rocket is zero compared to an aircraft.
  • A turbo-prop is preferred to a turbo-jet for high power for take-off.

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