The GATE studies - Assessing the potential of future small general aviation turbine enginesFour studies have been completed that explore the opportunities for future General Aviation Turbine Engines (GATE) in the 150-1000 SHP class. These studies forecasted the potential impact of advanced technology turbine engines in the post-1988 market, identified important aircraft and missions, desirable engine sizes, engine performance and cost goals. Parametric evaluations of various engine cycles, configurations, design features, and advanced technology elements defined baseline conceptual engines for each of the important missions identified by the market analysis. Both fixed-wing and helicopter aircraft, and turboshaft, turboprop, and turbofan engines were considered. Key technology areas were recommended for NASA support in order to realize proposed improvements.
Document ID
19790046547
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Strack, W. C. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, Ohio, United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
March 1, 1979
Subject Category
Aircraft Propulsion And Power
Meeting Information
Meeting: American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Gas Turbine Conference and Exhibit and Solar Energy Conference
Location: San Diego, CA
Start Date: March 12, 1979
End Date: March 15, 1979
Sponsors: American Society of Mechanical Engineers