In a turbojet, a compressor compresses air. Fuel is added in a combustor and ignited, and the expanding exhaust drives a turbine that in turn drives the compressor since both are attached to the ...
Fouling, caused by the ingestion of particles, is another critical issue affecting gas turbine performance. Research has shown that the deposition of contaminants on compressor surfaces can lead ...
In a regular turbocharger, the compressor wheel and turbine wheel are connected by a short shaft, with the respective housings mounted directly back to back. However, Mercedes realised there were ...