Compound cycle engine programThe Compound Cycle Engine (CCE) is a highly turbocharged, power compounded power plant which combines the lightweight pressure rise capability of a gas turbine with the high efficiency of a diesel. When optimized for a rotorcraft, the CCE will reduce fuel burn for a typical 2 hr (plus 30 min reserve) mission by 30 to 40 percent when compared to a conventional advanced technology gas turbine. The CCE can provide a 50 percent increase in range-payload product on this mission. A program to establish the technology base for a Compound Cycle Engine is presented. The goal of this program is to research and develop those technologies which are barriers to demonstrating a multicylinder diesel core in the early 1990's. The major activity underway is a three-phased contract with the Garrett Turbine Engine Company to perform: (1) a light helicopter feasibility study, (2) component technology development, and (3) lubricant and material research and development. Other related activities are also presented.
Document ID
19870066154
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Bobula, G. A. (NASA Lewis Research Center; U.S. Army, Army Aviation Research and Technology Activity, Cleveland OH, United States)
Wintucky, W. T. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Castor, J. G. (Garrett Turbine Engine Co. Phoenix, AZ, United States)