15.17 Flashcards
(9 cards)
What does a turboshaft drive
Any thing other than propeller
What is the power output of a turboshaft measured in
Shaft house power
What is the 2 stages of a turbo shaft
Gas generator and power section
Also has a reduction gearbox
What do some turbo shaft engines have for bleed are
Separate load compressor
What connects two turboshaft engines
Common gearbox With a free wheel unit fitted to it which automatically disconnects the slower engine
What prevents one turboshaft engine form driving the other one
Sprag clutch
What is a universal joint for on a turboshaft engine
Prevents vibration and also opposes engine torque reaction
What are the three FADEC signals for a turboshaft engine
Off- sends shut down signal
Idle - idle
Flight- full speed
What do turboshaft engines run at
100% at all times
