Apu engine, Other Engineering

Assignment Help:

APU Engine

APU engines usually consist of a centrifugal compressor and a radial turbine however, axial compressors and turbines may be added or used in their own right. Centrifugal compressors are used because of their high compression and small size and when combined with a radial type turbine make the APU very compact. These components are also very robust and require less maintenance than axial flow components. Use is also made of reverse flow combustion chambers that again makes the overall size smaller.

220_APU engine.png

In most cases there is a design compromise made between the ideal APU for an aircraft i.e. its ability to provide air and electricity throughout the operational envelope of the aircraft, and it weight and size. It is usual therefore to find that air and electricity are limited to various altitudes dependant upon the parameter required.

APU systems are very basic and the APU will shut down if a problem is sensed. Most APU's will shut down for the following faults:

Fault

Comment

Low Oil Pressure

 

Engine Overspeed

110% Honeywell 108% Sundstrand

High EGT

849°C Honeywell

Loss of Speed Signal

Electronically monitored APU's need this signal to control the APU.

Los of EGT Signal

Electronically monitored APU's need this signal to control the APU.

Low Speed

Some APU's shutdown if they drop below 90%.

(Some will try and relight at 95%)

Electronic Unit Failure

Loss of Control

The APU may also shut down on the ground (not in flight) for the following faults:

Fault

Comment

 

Fire

May cause a warning horn in the u/c bay to sound

Generator Drive Low Oil Pressure or High Oil Temperature

 

 


Related Discussions:- Apu engine

Market value, Calculate the market value of a firm with total assests of $1...

Calculate the market value of a firm with total assests of $105 million and $50 million of 10% perpetual debt in the capital structure. The firm''s cost of equity is 14% on the $55

#title.welding., Does the atmospheric pressure inside of a tube aproximatel...

Does the atmospheric pressure inside of a tube aproximately a half an inch in diameter cause resistance against an end plug being flash welded to the end of it and what would be th

Information, hi there i wonder if you could help me with this quistion? whe...

hi there i wonder if you could help me with this quistion? where would i find information specifying the minimum conductor size for electrial circuits can be obtained from A. BS76

Riser design, A riser or a feeder head is a passage of sand made in the cop...

A riser or a feeder head is a passage of sand made in the cope to permit the molten metal to rise above the highest point in the casting after the mould cavity is filled up. Risers

Capital structure with risky debt and taxes, Relate your answers to Modigli...

Relate your answers to Modigliani and Miller propositions I and II. Capital structure with risky debt and taxes Now, in the Frog Island Republic debt is risky and shareholders own

Excel, How do I finish a tough Engineering assignment in excel?

How do I finish a tough Engineering assignment in excel?

Cash Flows Components, A typical investment will have three components of c...

A typical investment will have three components of cash flows: • Initial investment • Annual net cash flows • Terminal cash flows. Initial investment Initial investme

Propeller efficiency, PROPELLER EFFICIENCY: The propeller is 80 - 87% e...

PROPELLER EFFICIENCY: The propeller is 80 - 87% efficient up to approximately 400 mph.  Generally, beyond this performance will fall off, although new materials and improved bl

Write Your Message!

Captcha
Free Assignment Quote

Assured A++ Grade

Get guaranteed satisfaction & time on delivery in every assignment order you paid with us! We ensure premium quality solution document along with free turntin report!

All rights reserved! Copyrights ©2019-2020 ExpertsMind IT Educational Pvt Ltd