NASA VCE test bed engine aerodynamic performance characteristics and test resultsThe Core Driven Fan Stage (CDFS) Variable Cycle Engine (VCE) has been identified as a leading candidate for advanced supersonic cruise aircraft. A scale demonstrator version of this engine has been designed and tested. This testbed engine features a split fan with double bypass capability, variable forward and aft mixers, and a variable area low pressure turbine nozzle to permit exploration and optimization of the cycle in both single and double bypass modes. This paper presents the aerodynamic performance characteristics and experimental results obtained from both the core engine and full engine tests.
Document ID
19810056565
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
French, M. W. (General Electric Co. Lynn, MA, United States)
Allen, C. L. (General Electric Co. Lynn, MA, United States)