Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction
3
2.0 Basic Components of a Jet Engine
3
2.2 Compressor
3
2.3 Combustor
4
2.4 Turbine
4
2.5 Exhaust Nozzle
4
3.0 Classification of Jet Engines
4
3.1 Turbojet engines
5
3.2 Turboprop Engines
6
3.3 Turbofan Engines
6
3.4 Turboshaft Engines
7
4.0 Creation of Thrust in a Jet Engine
7
5.0 Conclusion
9
6.0 References
10
1.0 Introduction
According to Hunecke (1997), jet engines also known as gas turbine engines are the most widespread and most efficient method used for airplane propulsion currently. The use of jet engine began during the ...