Advanced Aircraft Systems

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ISBN: 9780070386037 | 007038603X
Cover: Paperback
Copyright: 7/22/1993

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This book explains the theory, components, and practical applications of systems in turboprop, turojet, and turbofan aircraft. The author clearly examines electrical, turbine engine, lubrication and coooling , and other systems.

Acknowledgments	p. ix
Introduction	p. xi
Principles of electricity	p. 1
Matter	p. 2
Static electricity	p. 4
Electromotive force	p. 6
Current flow	p. 7
Resistance	p. 8
Power	p. 10
Basic electrical system (dc)	p. 10
Principles of magnetism	p. 14
Electromagnetism	p. 17
Storage batteries	p. 19
Circuit protection	p. 24
Primary causes of electrical circuit failure	p. 25
Alternating current	p. 27
Generating direct current	p. 27
Generating alternating current	p. 29
Miscellaneous electrical components	p. 32
Electrical systems	p. 35
Generators (dc)	p. 35
Alternators	p. 44
Combined ac/dc electrical systems	p. 46
Alternator maintenance	p. 47
Motors (dc)	p. 47
Motors (ac)	p. 58
Manufacturer documentation	p. 58
Turbine engines	p. 65
Turbine engine history	p. 66
Physics review	p. 67
Newton's laws of motion	p. 74
Factors affecting thrust	p. 76
Aircraft jet engines	p. 78
Turbine engine components	p. 81
Turbine engine ignition systems	p. 94
Turbines	p. 98
Main bearings	p. 102
Exhaust section	p. 102
Thrust reversers	p. 104
Engine noise	p. 105
Accessory section	p. 106
Engine starting systems	p. 106
Water injection	p. 108
Required maintenance	p. 108
Manufacturer documentation	p. 109
Lubrication and cooling systems	p. 115
Wet-sump system	p. 116
Dry-sump system	p. 117
Typical dry-sump system	p. 124
Cooling systems	p. 126
Manufacturer documentation	p. 127
Aircraft propellers	p. 131
Propeller theory	p. 132
Constant-speed propeller	p. 137
Propeller system operation	p. 142
Synchrophasers	p. 146
Preflight and maintenance	p. 147
Manufacturer documentation	p. 149
Hydraulic and pneumatic systems	p. 153
System theory	p. 154
Hydraulic fluid	p. 160
Hydraulic system components	p. 163
Hydraulic pumps	p. 165
Accumulators	p. 168
Fluid lines and fittings	p. 172
Filters	p. 172
Actuating cylinders	p. 173
Pneumatic systems	p. 176
Maintenance	p. 181
Manufacturer documentation	p. 183
Fuel systems	p. 187
Turbine engine fuels	p. 188
Fuel system contamination	p. 189
Minimizing contamination	p. 194
Fuel handling safety	p. 195
Fuel system theory	p. 197
Jet fuel controls	p. 198
Fuel system components	p. 204
Fuel system maintenance	p. 211
Manufacturer documentation	p. 211
Environmental systems	p. 219
Need for oxygen	p. 219
Atmosphere's composition	p. 220
Atmosphere's pressure	p. 222
Temperature and altitude	p. 223
Pressurization	p. 223
Air-conditioning and pressurization systems	p. 225
Air distribution	p. 239
Air-conditioning systems	p. 240
Heating systems	p. 247
Supplemental oxygen systems	p. 247
Manufacturer documentation	p. 253
Landing gear systems	p. 263
Shock struts	p. 264
Main landing gear	p. 266
Emergency extension and safety systems	p. 271
Nosewheels	p. 275
Brake systems	p. 281
Wheels and tires	p. 289
Manufacturer documentation	p. 295
Fire protection systems	p. 301
Fires	p. 301
Portable extinguishers	p. 302
Zone classifications	p. 302
Detection systems	p. 303
Detectors	p. 304
Overheat warnings	p. 309
Extinguisher systems	p. 309
Manufacturer documentation	p. 310
Aerodynamic control and protection systems	p. 315
Tabs	p. 315
High-lift devices	p. 318
Boundary-layer control devices	p. 319
Vortex generators	p. 321
Flight control systems	p. 323
Precip protection	p. 324
Manufacturer documentation	p. 339
Index	p. 349
About the Author	p. 360
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