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Main function of air inlet duct |
Recover as much pressure of airstream as possible and deliver it to the compressor. |
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What is airstream pressure recovery called? |
Ram recovery, pressure recovery |
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How does ram affect happen? |
Air bunches up before inlet. More air and therefore pressure at higher speeds |
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Why is inlets smooth aerodynamic shape necessary? |
To prevent drag |
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Secondary function of inlet? |
Provide uniform supply of air to the compressor . |
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Top priority of turbine engine |
Prevention of foreign object damage |
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What does a vortex destroyer do? |
Routes high pressure bleed air away from the compressir to a discharge nozzle |
