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Observations on Rotating Cavitation and Cavitation Surge From The Development of the Fastrac Engine TurbopumpThe effects of rotating cavitation and cavitation surges on the Fastrac Engine Turbopump are described in a viewgraph presentation format. The bent inducer blade dilemma and observations of unsteady data and oscillation components are discussed. The pump-feed system stability modeling assessment is outlined. Recommendations are made urging further investigation.
Document ID
20000112930
Document Type
Preprint (Draft being sent to journal)
Authors
Zoladz, Thomas F. (NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL United States)
Turner, James E.
Date Acquired
August 19, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 2000
Subject Category
Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics
Report/Patent Number
AIAA Paper 2000-3403
Meeting Information
Joint Propulsion(Huntsville, AL)
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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