Numerical simulations of a pulsed detonation wave augmentation deviceWe present here the concept of a hybrid engine for Single Stage To Orbit (SSTO) air-breathing hypersonic vehicle. This concept relies on the use of pulsed detonation waves, both for thrust generation and mixing/combustion augmentation. We describe the principles behind the engine concept, which we call the Pulsed Detonation Wave Augmentor (PDWA). We demonstrate the principles of operation for two possible configurations through numerical simulations. We also attempt a first approximation to engine design, and propose various applications.
Document ID
19930065835
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Cambier, Jean-Luc (Eloret Inst., Palo Alto; NASA, Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Adelman, Henry (Eloret Inst. Palo Alto, CA, United States)
Menees, Gene P. (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
June 1, 1993
Subject Category
Aircraft Propulsion And Power
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 93-1985
Meeting Information
Meeting: AIAA, SAE, ASME, and ASEE, Joint Propulsion Conference and Exhibit