Aircraft Powerplants · 9th Edition by Wild, Thomas W. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Title Page Copyright Page Contents Preface Acknowledgments 1. Aircraft Powerplant Classification and Progress

Engine Design and Classification Review Questions

2. Reciprocating-Engine Construction and Nomenclature

The Crankcase Bearings The Crankshaft Connecting-Rod Assemblies Pistons Cylinders Valves and Associated Parts The Accessory Section Propeller Reduction Gears Review Questions

3. Internal-Combustion Engine Theory and Performance

Science Fundamentals Engine Operating Fundamentals Valve Timing and Engine Firing Order The Two-Stroke Cycle Diesel Engine Operating Principles Power Calculations Engine Efficiency Factors Affecting Performance Review Questions

4. Lubricants and Lubricating Systems

Classification of Lubricants Lubricating Oil Properties The Need for Lubrication Lubricant Requirements and Functions Characteristics and Components of Lubrication Systems Engine Design Features Related to Lubrication Typical Lubrication Systems Review Questions

5. Induction, Supercharger, Turbocharger, Cooling, and Exhaust Systems

General Description Basic Induction System Components Principles of Supercharging and Turbocharging Internal Single-Speed Supercharger The Turbocharger Reciprocating-Engine Cooling Systems Reciprocating-Engine Exhaust Systems Review Questions

6. Basic Fuel Systems and Carburetors

Characteristics of Gasoline Fuel Systems Principles of Carburetion Float-Type Carburetors Carburetor Icing Inspection and Overhaul of Float-Type Carburetors Principles of Pressure Injection Water Injection Review Questions

7. Fuel Injection Systems

Definition Continental Continuous-Flow Injection System RSA Fuel Injection System Review Questions

8. Reciprocating-Engine Ignition and Starting Systems

Principles of Ignition Types of Magnetos Magneto Operational Theory Ignition Shielding Ignition Boosters and Auxiliary Ignition Units Continental Ignition High-Tension Magneto System for Light-Aircraft Engine Continental Dual-Magneto Ignition Systems Slick Series 4300 and 6300 Magnetos Other High-Tension Magnetos Low-Tension Ignition Low-Tension Ignition System for Light-Aircraft Engines FADEC System Description Compensated Cam Magneto Maintenance and Inspection Overhaul of Magnetos Spark Plugs Starters for Reciprocating Aircraft Engines Starters for Medium and Large Engines Troubleshooting and Maintenance Review Questions

9. Operation, Inspection, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting of Reciprocating Engines

Reciprocating-Engine Operation Engine Operation Cruise Control Engine Operating Conditions Reciprocating-Engine Operations in Winter Inspection and Maintenance Troubleshooting Review Questions

10. Reciprocating-Engine Overhaul Practices

Need for Overhaul Overhaul Shop Receiving the Engine Disassembly Visual Inspection Cleaning Structural Inspection Dimensional Inspection Repair and Replacement Reassembly Installation Engine Testing and Run-In Engine Preservation and Storage Review Questions

11. Principal Parts, Construction, Types, and Nomenclature of Gas-Turbine Engines

Turbine-Engine Development Gas-Turbine Engine Types The Inlet Types of Compressors Fan Bypass Ratio Compressor Stall Compressor Airflow and Stall Control Air-Bleed and Internal Air Supply Systems The Diffuser Combustion Chambers Turbine Nozzle Diaphragm Turbines Exhaust Systems Exhaust Nozzles Variable-Area Exhaust Nozzle Thrust Reversers Accessory Drive Reduction-Gear Systems Engine Noise Advanced Manufacturing Processes Review Questions

12. Gas-Turbine Engine: Theory, Jet Propulsion Principles, Engine Performance, and Efficiencies

Basic Jet Propulsion Principles Types of Jet Propulsion Engines Gas-Turbine Engines Principles of Gas-Turbine Engines Gas-Turbine Engine Theory and Reaction Principles Airflow Gas-Turbine Engine Performance Efficiencies Review Questions

13. Gas-Turbine Engine: Fuels and Fuel Systems

Fuel Requirements Jet Fuel Properties and Characteristics Principles of Fuel Control Fuel Control Units for a Turboprop Engine Fuel Control System for a Turboshaft Engine Electronic Engine Controls Review Questions

14. Turbine-Engine Lubricants and Lubricating Systems

Gas-Turbine Engine Lubrication Lubricating System Components Lubricating Systems Oil Analysis Review Questions

15. Ignition and Starting Systems of Gas-Turbine Engines

Ignition Systems for Gas-Turbine Engines Turbine-Engine Igniters Starting Systems for Gas Turbines Starting System for a Large Turbofan Engine Review Questions

16. Turbofan Engines

Large Turbofan Engines Small Turbofan Engines Review Questions

17. Turboprop Engines

Large Turboprop Engines Small Turboprop Engines Review Questions

18. Turboshaft Engines

Auxiliary Power Unit The Lycoming T53 Turboshaft Engine The Rolls-Royce Series 250 Gas-Turbine Engine Helicopter Power Trains Rolls-Royce Series 250 Turboshaft Engine Operation in a Helicopter Review Questions

19. Gas-Turbine Operation, Inspection, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, and Overhaul

Starting and Operation Gas-Turbine Engine Inspections Gas-Turbine Engine Maintenance Gas-Turbine Engine Overhaul Troubleshooting EGT System Troubleshooting Aircraft Tachometer System Gas-Turbine Engine Troubleshooting Review Questions

20. Propeller Theory, Nomenclature, and Operation

Basic Propeller Principles Propeller Nomenclature Propeller Theory Propeller Controls and Instruments Propeller Clearances General Classification of Propellers Fixed-Pitch Propellers Ground-Adjustable Propellers Controllable-Pitch Propellers Two-Position Propellers Constant-Speed Propellers McCauley Constant-Speed Propellers Hartzell Constant-Speed Propellers Hamilton Standard Counterweight Propellers The Hamilton Standard Hydromatic Propeller Light Sport Propellers Anti-Icing and Deicing Systems Propeller Synchrophaser System Review Questions

21. Turbopropellers and Control Systems

Turbopropeller Horsepower Calculations Hartzell Turbopropellers The Dowty Turbopropeller Hamilton Standard Turbopropellers McCauley Turbopropeller Composite Propeller Blades PT6A Propeller Control Systems Honeywell TPE331 Engine Turbopropeller Control System Allison 250-B17 Reversing Turbopropeller System PW124 and R352 Turbopropeller Engine Interface General Electric CT7 Propeller Control System The Rolls-Royce Turbopropeller Review Questions

22. Propeller Installation, Inspection, and Maintenance

Propeller Installation and Removal Aircraft Vibrations Maintenance and Repair of Propellers Checking Blade Angles Inspections and Adjustments of Propellers Review Questions

23. Engine Indicating, Warning, and Control Systems

Engine Instruments Fire Warning Systems Fire Suppression Systems Engine Control Systems Mechanical Engine Control Functions for Small Aircraft Mechanical Engine Control Systems for Large Aircraft Inspection and Maintenance of Control Systems Review Questions

Appendix Glossary Index

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