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MC GRAW HILL Aircraft Powerplants Ninth Edition by Thomas Wild
The most comprehensive guide to aircraft powerplants fully updated for the latest advancesThis authoritative textbook contains all the information you need to learn to master the operation and maintenance of aircraft engines and achieve FAA Powerplant certification. The book offers clear explanations of all engine components, mechanics, and technologies. This ninth edition has been thoroughly revised to include the most current and critical topics. Brand-new sections explain the latest engine models, diesel engines, alternative fuels, pressure ratios, and reciprocating and turbofan engines. Hundreds of detailed diagrams and photos illustrate each topic.Aircraft Powerplants, Ninth Edition covers:*Aircraft powerplant classification and progress*Reciprocating-engine construction and nomenclature*Internal-combustion engine theory and performance*Lubricants and lubricating systems*Induction systems, superchargers, and turbochargers*Cooling and exhaust systems*Basic fuel systems and carburetors*Fuel injection systems*Reciprocating-engine ignition and starting systems*Operation, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of reciprocating engines*Reciprocating engine overhaul practices*Principal parts, construction, types, and nomenclature of gas-turbine engines*Gas-turbine engine theory and jet propulsion principles*Turbine-engine lubricants and lubricating systems*Ignition and starting systems of gas-turbine engines*Turbofan, turboprop, and turboshaft engines*Gas-turbine operation, inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and overhaul*Propeller theory, nomenclature, and operation*Turbopropellers and control systems*Propeller installation, inspection, and maintenance*Engine indicating, warning, and control systems 1. Aircraft Powerplant Classification and ProgressEngine Design and ClassificationReview Questions2. Reciprocating-Engine Construction and NomenclatureThe CrankcaseBearingsThe CrankshaftConnecting-Rod AssembliesPistonsCylindersValves and Associated PartsThe Accessory SectionPropeller Reduction GearsReview Questions3. Internal-Combustion Engine Theory and PerformanceScience FundamentalsEngine Operating FundamentalsValve Timing and Engine Firing OrderThe Two-Stroke CycleDiesel Engine Operating PrinciplesPower CalculationsEngine EfficiencyFactors Affecting PerformanceReview Questions4. Lubricants and Lubricating SystemsClassification of LubricantsLubricating Oil PropertiesThe Need for LubricationLubricant Requirements and FunctionsCharacteristics and Components of Lubrication SystemsEngine Design Features Related to LubricationTypical Lubrication SystemsReview Questions5. Induction, Supercharger, Turbocharger, Cooling, and Exhaust SystemsGeneral DescriptionBasic Induction System ComponentsPrinciples of Supercharging and TurbochargingInternal Single-Speed SuperchargerThe TurbochargerReciprocating-Engine Cooling SystemsReciprocating-Engine Exhaust SystemsReview Questions6. Basic Fuel Systems and CarburetorsCharacteristics of GasolineFuel SystemsPrinciples of CarburetionFloat-Type CarburetorsCarburetor IcingInspection and Overhaul of Float-Type CarburetorsPrinciples of Pressure InjectionWater InjectionReview Questions7. Fuel Injection SystemsDefinitionContinental Continuous-Flow Injection SystemRSA Fuel Injection SystemReview Questions8. Reciprocating-Engine Ignition and Starting SystemsPrinciples of IgnitionTypes of MagnetosMagneto Operational TheoryIgnition ShieldingIgnition Boosters and Auxiliary Ignition UnitsContinental Ignition High-Tension Magneto System for Light-Aircraft EngineContinental Dual-Magneto Ignition SystemsSlick Series 4300 and 6300 MagnetosOther High-Tension MagnetosLow-Tension IgnitionLow-Tension Ignition System for Light-Aircraft EnginesFADEC System DescriptionCompensated CamMagneto Maintenance and InspectionOverhaul of MagnetosSpark PlugsStarters for Reciprocating Aircraft EnginesStarters for Medium and Large EnginesTroubleshooting and MaintenanceReview Questions9. Operation, Inspection, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting of Reciprocating EnginesReciprocating-Engine OperationEngine OperationCruise ControlEngine Operating ConditionsReciprocating-Engine Operations in WinterInspection and MaintenanceTroubleshootingReview Questions10. Reciprocating-Engine Overhaul PracticesNeed for OverhaulOverhaul ShopReceiving the EngineDisassemblyVisual InspectionCleaningStructural InspectionDimensional InspectionRepair and ReplacementReassemblyInstallationEngine Testing and Run-InEngine Preservation and StorageReview Questions11. Principal Parts, Construction, Types, and Nomenclature of Gas-Turbine EnginesTurbine-Engine DevelopmentGas-Turbine Engine TypesThe InletTypes of CompressorsFan Bypass RatioCompressor StallCompressor Airflow and Stall ControlAir-Bleed and Internal Air Supply SystemsThe DiffuserCombustion ChambersTurbine Nozzle DiaphragmTurbinesExhaust SystemsExhaust NozzlesVariable-Area Exhaust NozzleThrust ReversersAccessory DriveReduction-Gear SystemsEngine NoiseAdvanced Manufacturing ProcessesReview Questions12. Gas-Turbine Engine: Theory, Jet Propulsion Principles, Engine Performance , and EfficienciesBasic Jet Propulsion PrinciplesTypes of Jet Propulsion EnginesGas-Turbine EnginesPrinciples of Gas-Turbine EnginesGas-Turbine Engine Theory and Reaction PrinciplesAirflowGas-Turbine Engine PerformanceEfficienciesReview Questions13. Gas-Turbine Engine: Fuels and Fuel SystemsFuel RequirementsJet Fuel Properties and CharacteristicsPrinciples of Fuel ControlFuel Control Units for a Turboprop EngineFuel Control System for a Turboshaft EngineElectronic Engine ControlsReview Questions14. Turbine-Engine Lubricants and Lubricating SystemsGas-Turbine Engine LubricationLubricating System ComponentsLubricating SystemsOil AnalysisReview Questions15. Ignition and Starting Systems of Gas-Turbine EnginesIgnition Systems for Gas-Turbine EnginesTurbine-Engine IgnitersStarting Systems for Gas TurbinesStarting System for a Large Turbofan EngineReview Questions16. Turbofan EnginesLarge Turbofan EnginesSmall Turbofan EnginesReview Questions17. Turboprop EnginesLarge Turboprop EnginesSmall Turboprop EnginesReview Questions18. Turboshaft EnginesAuxiliary Power UnitThe Lycoming T53 Turboshaft EngineThe Rolls-Royce Series 250 Gas-Turbine EngineHelicopter Power TrainsRolls-Royce Series 250 Turboshaft Engine Operation in a HelicopterReview Questions19. Gas-Turbine Operation, Inspection, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, and OverhaulStarting and OperationGas-Turbine Engine InspectionsGas-Turbine Engine MaintenanceGas-Turbine Engine OverhaulTroubleshooting EGT SystemTroubleshooting Aircraft Tachometer SystemGas-Turbine Engine TroubleshootingReview Questions20. Propeller Theory, Nomenclature, and OperationBasic Propeller PrinciplesPropeller NomenclaturePropeller TheoryPropeller Controls and InstrumentsPropeller ClearancesGeneral Classification of PropellersFixed-Pitch PropellersGround-Adjustable PropellersControllable-Pitch PropellersTwo-Position PropellersConstant-Speed PropellersMcCauley Constant-Speed PropellersHartzell Constant-Speed PropellersHamilton Standard Counterweight PropellersThe Hamilton Standard Hydromatic PropellerLight Sport PropellersAnti-Icing and Deicing SystemsPropeller Synchrophaser SystemReview Questions21. Turbopropellers and Control SystemsTurbopropeller Horsepower CalculationsHartzell TurbopropellersThe Dowty TurbopropellerHamilton Standard TurbopropellersMcCauley TurbopropellerComposite Propeller BladesPT6A Propeller Control SystemsHoneywell TPE331 Engine Turbopropeller Control SystemAllison 250-B17 Reversing Turbopropeller SystemPW124 and R352 Turbopropeller Engine InterfaceGeneral Electric CT7 Propeller Control SystemThe Rolls-Royce TurbopropellerReview Questions22. Propeller Installation, Inspection, and MaintenancePropeller Installation and RemovalAircraft VibrationsMaintenance and Repair of PropellersChecking Blade AnglesInspections and Adjustments of PropellersReview Questions23. Engine Indicating, Warning, and Control SystemsEngine InstrumentsFire Warning SystemsFire Suppression SystemsEngine Control SystemsMechanical Engine Control Functions for Small AircraftMechanical Engine Control Systems for Large AircraftInspection and Maintenance of Control SystemsReview QuestionsAppendixGlossaryIndex