Analysis of a turbofan engine using a parametric loop
Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology
ISSN: 0002-2667
Article publication date: 19 December 2023
Issue publication date: 6 February 2024
Abstract
Purpose
In this study, the performance analysis of the split flow turbofan engine with afterburners has been examined using the parametric cycle analysis method. The purpose of this study is to examine how engine performance is impacted by design parameters and flight ambient values and to develop a software in this context.
Design/methodology/approach
Software has been developed using the open-source PYTHON programming language to perform performance analysis. Mach number, compressor/fan pressure ratio, bypass ratio and density were used as parameters. The effects of these variables on engine performance parameters were investigated.
Findings
Parametric cycle analysis has been calculated for different flight conditions in the range of 0–2 M and 0–15,000 m altitude for turbofan engines. With this study, basic data were obtained to optimize according to targeted flight conditions.
Practical implications
As a result of the performance analysis, the association between the flight conditions and design parameters of engine were determined. A software has been developed that can be used in the design of supersonic gas turbine engines for fast and easy simulation of the design parameters.
Originality/value
The variables used in the literature have been analyzed, and the results of the studies have been incorporated into the developed software, which can be used in innovative engine design. Software is capable to be developed further with the integration of new algorithms and models.
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Citation
Dişlitaş, A.N., Albayrak Çeper, B. and Yıldız, M. (2024), "Analysis of a turbofan engine using a parametric loop", Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, Vol. 96 No. 1, pp. 121-128. https://doi.org/10.1108/AEAT-01-2023-0021
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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