Advanced fuel system technology for utilizing broadened property aircraft fuelsFactors which will determine the future supply and cost of aviation turbine fuels are discussed. The most significant fuel properties of volatility, fluidity, composition, and thermal stability are discussed along with the boiling ranges of gasoline, naphtha jet fuels, kerosene, and diesel oil. Tests were made to simulate the low temperature of an aircraft fuel tank to determine fuel tank temperatures for a 9100-km flight with and without fuel heating; the effect of N content in oil-shale derived fuels on the Jet Fuel Thermal Oxidation Tester breakpoint temperature was measured. Finally, compatibility of non-metallic gaskets, sealants, and coatings with increased aromatic content jet fuels was examined.
Document ID
19810027208
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Reck, G. M. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, Ohio, United States)
Date Acquired
August 11, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1980
Subject Category
Propellants And Fuels
Meeting Information
Meeting: International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences, Congress
Location: Munich
Country: Germany
Start Date: October 12, 1980
End Date: October 17, 1980
Sponsors: International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences