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Rotary engine research

Journal Article · · Aerospace Engineering; (United States)
OSTI ID:7267564
A development history is presented for NASA's 1983-1991 Rotary Engine Enablement Program, emphasizing the CFD approaches to various problems that were instituted from 1987 to the end of the program. In phase I, a test rig was built to intensively clarify and characterize the stratified-charge rotary engine concept. In phase II, a high pressure, electronically controlled fuel injection system was tested. In phase III, the testing of improved fuel injectors led to the achievement of the stipulated 5 hp/cu inch specific power goal. CFD-aided design of advanced rotor-pocket shapes led to additional performance improvements.
OSTI ID:
7267564
Journal Information:
Aerospace Engineering; (United States), Journal Name: Aerospace Engineering; (United States) Vol. 12:6; ISSN AEOEA; ISSN 0736-2536
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English