To introduce elements of airbreathing propulsion from the viewpoint of flight dynamic modeling of the thrust vector and the rate of fuel consumption.
To discuss the characteristics and operational limitations of airbreathing engines—such as piston propeller, turbine, and ramjet—in a comprehensive and self-contained manner.
To present a numerical model for the thrust and specific fuel consumption of a low-bypass turbofan engine to be utilized in subsequent simulation examples of airplane trajectories.
KeywordsMach Number Piston Engine Turbofan Engine Shaft Power Advance Ratio
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