T55 Gas Turbine

  t55 gas turbine: The History of North American Small Gas Turbine Aircraft Engines Richard A. Leyes, William A. Fleming, 1999 This landmark joint publication between the National Air and Space Museum and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics chronicles the evolution of the small gas turbine engine through its comprehensive study of a major aerospace industry. Drawing on in-depth interviews with pioneers, current project engineers, and company managers, engineering papers published by the manufacturers, and the tremendous document and artifact collections at the National Air and Space Museum, the book captures and memorializes small engine development from its earliest stage. Leyes and Fleming leap back nearly 50 years for a first look at small gas turbine engine development and the seven major corporations that dared to produce, market, and distribute the products that contributed to major improvements and uses of a wide spectrum of aircraft. In non-technical language, the book illustrates the broad-reaching influence of small turbinesfrom commercial and executive aircraft to helicopters and missiles deployed in recent military engagements. Detailed corporate histories and photographs paint a clear historical picture of turbine development up to the present. See for yourself why The History of North American Small Gas Turbine Aircraft Engines is the most definitive reference book in its field. The publication of The History of North American Small Gas Turbine Aircraft Engines represents an important milestone for the National Air and Space Museum (NASM) and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA). For the first time, there is an authoritative study of small gas turbine engines, arguably one of the most significant spheres of aeronautical technology in the second half o
  t55 gas turbine: Manuals Combined" ARMY AIRCRAFT GAS TURBINE ENGINES , COURSE OVERVIEW: Fulfilling the Army's need for engines of simple design that are easy to operate and maintain, the gas turbine engine is used in all helicopters of Active Army and Reserve Components, and most of the fixed-wing aircraft to include the Light Air Cushioned Vehicle (LACV). We designed this subcourse to teach you theory and principles of the gas turbine engine and some of the basic army aircraft gas turbine engines used in our aircraft today. CHAPTERS OVERVIEW Gas turbine engines can be classified according to the type of compressor used, the path the air takes through the engine, and how the power produced is extracted or used. The chapter is limited to the fundamental concepts of the three major classes of turbine engines, each having the same principles of operation. Chapter 1 is divided into three sections; the first discusses the theory of turbine engines. The second section deals with principles of operation, and section III covers the major engine sections and their description. CHAPTER 2 introduces the fundamental systems and accessories of the gas turbine engine. Each one of these systems must be present to have an operating turbine engine. Section I describes the fuel system and related components that are necessary for proper fuel metering to the engine. The information in CHAPTER 3 is important to you because of its general applicability to gas turbine engines. The information covers the procedures used in testing, inspecting, maintaining, and storing gas turbine engines. Specific procedures used for a particular engine must be those given in the technical manual (TM) covering that engine The two sections of CHAPTER 4 discuss, in detail, the Lycoming T53 series gas turbine engine used in Army aircraft. Section I gives a general description of the T53, describes the engine's five sections, explains engine operation, compares models and specifications, and describes the engine's airflow path. The second section covers major engine assemblies and systems. CHAPTER 5 covers the Lycoming T55 gas turbine engine. Section I gives an operational description of the T55, covering the engine's five sections. Section II covers in detail each of the engine's sections and major systems. The SOLAR T62 auxiliary power unit (APU) is used in place of ground support equipment to start some helicopter engines. It is also used to operate the helicopter hydraulic and electrical systems when this aircraft is on the ground, to check their performance. The T62 is a component of both the CH- 47 and CH-54 helicopters -- part of them, not separate like the ground-support-equipment APU's. On the CH-54, the component is called the auxiliary powerplant rather than the auxiliary power unit, as it is on the CH-47. The two T62's differ slightly. CHAPTER 6 describes the T62 APU; explains its operation; discusses the reduction drive, accessory drive, combustion, and turbine assemblies; and describes the fuel, lubrication, and electrical systems. CHAPTER 7 describes the T63 series turboshaft engine, which is manufactured by the Allison Division of General Motors Corporation. The T63-A-5A is used to power the OH-6A, and the T63-A-700 is in the OH-58A light observation helicopter. Although the engine dash numbers are not the same for each of these, the engines are basically the same. As shown in figure 7.1, the engine consists of four major components: the compressor, accessory gearbox, combustor, and turbine sections. This chapter explains the major sections and related systems. The Pratt and Whitney T73-P-1 and T73-P-700 are the most powerful engines used in Army aircraft. Two of these engines are used to power the CH-54 flying crane helicopter. The T73 design differs in two ways from any of the engines covered previously. The airflow is axial through the engine; it does not make any reversing turns as the airflow of the previous engines did, and the power output shaft extends from the exhaust end. CHAPTER 8 describes and discusses the engine sections and systems. Constant reference to the illustrations in this chapter will help you understand the discussion. TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1 Theory and Principles of Gas Turbine Engines - 2 Major Engine Sections - 3 Systems and Accessories - 4 Testing, Inspection, Maintenance, and Storage Procedures - 5 Lycoming T53 - 6 Lycoming T55 - 7 Solar T62 Auxiliary Power Unit - 8 Allison T62, Pratt & Whitney T73 and T74, and the General Electric T700 - Examination. I
  t55 gas turbine: T55 Gas Turbine Engines Avco Corporation. Lycoming Division, 197?
  t55 gas turbine: Manuals Combined: 50 + Army T-62 T-53 T-55 T-700 AVIATION GAS TURBINE ENGINE Manuals , Over 70 (350+ Mbs) U.S. Army Repair, Maintenance and Part Technical Manuals (TMs) related to U.S. Army helicopter and fixed-wing turbine aircraft engines, as well as turbine power plants / generators! Just a SAMPLE of the CONTENTS: ENGINE, AIRCRAFT, TURBOSHAFT MODELS T700-GE-700, T700-GE-701, T700-GE-701C, 1,485 pages - TURBOPROP AIRCRAFT ENGINE, 526 pages - ENGINE, GAS TURBINE MODEL T55-L-712, 997 pages - ENGINE ASSEMBLY GAS TURBINE (GTCP36-150 (BH), GTCP36-150 (BH), 324 pages - ENGINE, AIRCRAFT, GAS TURBINE (T63-A-5A) (T63-A-700), 144 pages - ENGINE, AIRCRAFT, GAS TURBINE MODEL T63-A-720, 208 pages - ENGINE, AIRCRAFT, TURBOSHAFT (T703-AD-700), (T703-AD-700A), (T703-AD-700B), 580 pages ENGINE ASSEMBLY, T700-GE-701, 247 pages - ENGINE ASSEMBLY GAS TURBINE (GTCP3645(H), 214 pages - ENGINE, AIRCRAFT, GAS TURBINE MODEL T63-A-720, 208 pages - GAS TURBINE ENGINE (AUXILIARY POWER UNIT - APU ) MODELT - 62 T - 40 - 1, 344 pages - ENGINE ASSEMBLY, T700-GE-700, 243 pages - SANDY ENVIRONMENT AND/OR COMBAT OPERATIONS FOR T53-L-13B, T53-L-13BA AND T53-L-703 ENGINES, 112 pages - DUAL PURPOSE MOBILE CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT/GENERATOR STAND FOR T62T-2A AND T62T-2A1 AUXILIARY POWER UNITS; T62T-40-1 AND T62T-2B AUXILIARY POWER UNITS, 193 pages - Others included: POWER PLANT, UTILITY; GAS TURBINE ENGINE DRI (LIBBY WELDING CO., MODEL LPU-71) (FSN 6115-937-0929) (NON-WINT AND (6115-134-0825) (WINTERIZED) POWER PLANT, UTILITY (MUST), GAS TURBINE ENGINE DRIVEN (AIRESEARCH CO MODEL NO. PPU85-5); (LIBBY WELDING CO., MODEL NO. LPU-71); (AME CORP., MODEL APP-1) AND (HOLLINGSWORTH CO., MODEL NO. JHTWX10/9 (NSN 6115-00-937-0929) (NON-WINTERIZED) AND (6115-00-134-0825) (WINTERIZED) POWER PLANT, UTILITY (MUST), GAS TURBINE ENGINE DRIVEN (AIRESEA MODEL PPU85-5), (LIBBY WELDING CO., MODEL LPU-71), (AMERTECH CO MODEL APP-1) AND (HOLLINGSWORTH CO., MODEL JHTWX10/96) (NSN 6115-00-937-0929, NON-WINTERIZED AND 6115-00-134-0825, WINTERIZED) GENERATOR SET, GAS TURBINE ENGINE DRIVEN, TACTICAL, SKID MTD, 1 400 HZ, ALTERNATING CURRENT GENERATOR SET, GAS TURBINE ENGINE: 45 KW, AC, 120/208 AND 240/4 3 PHASE, 4 WIRE; SKID MTD, WINTERIZED (AIRESEARCH MODEL GTGE 70 (FSN 6115-075-1639) POWER PLAN UTILITY, (MUST), GAS TURBINE ENGINE DRIVEN (AIRESEARCH CO., MOD PPU85-5) (LIBBY WELDING CO., MODEL LPU-71), (AMERTECH CORP., MODEL APP-1) AND (HOLLINGSWORTH CO., MODEL JHTWX 10/96) (NSN 6115-00-937-0929) (NONWINTERIZED) AND (6115-00-134-0825) (WINTERIZED) POWER PLANT, UTILITY, GAS TURBINE ENGINE DRIVEN (AMERTECH CORP MODEL APP-1) POWER PLANT UTILITY, GAS TURBINE ENGINE DRIVEN (LIBBY WELDING CO. MODEL LPU-71) POWER UNIT UTILITY PACK: GAS TURBINE ENGINE DRIVEN (AIRESEARCH MODEL PPU85-5 TYPE A) AVIATION UNIT AND INTERMEDIATE MAINTENANCE FOR GAS TURBINE ENGI (AUXILIARY POWER UNIT - APU) MODEL T-62T-2B, PART NO. 161050-10 (NSN 2835-01-092-2037) AVIATION UNIT AND INTERMEDIATE MAINTENANCE REPAIR PARTS AND SPE TOOLS LIST (INCLUDING DEPOT MAINTENANCE REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIA FOR GAS TURBINE ENGINE (AUXILIARY POWER UNIT - APU), MODEL T-62 PART NO. 160150-100 (NSN 2835-01-092-2037)
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  t55 gas turbine: Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics Thomas Gillespie, 1992-02-01 This book attempts to find a middle ground by balancing engineering principles and equations of use to every automotive engineer with practical explanations of the mechanics involved, so that those without a formal engineering degree can still comprehend and use most of the principles discussed. Either as an introductory text or a practical professional overview, this book is an ideal reference.
  t55 gas turbine: Engine Revolutions Max Bentele, 1991-02-01 Readers will be fascinated by Bentele's stories of the setbacks and the successes he encountered over the course of his acclaimed career. The dawn of the jet age, developments at the end of World War II, the development of automotive and aircraft gas turbines, and the rotary engine era are just some of the historical events which are recounted in this book.
  t55 gas turbine: Aviation Unit and Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Manual , 1989
  t55 gas turbine: Desert Shield and Desert Storm Howard K. Butler, 1991 The Iraqi invasion of Kuwait on August the 2nd, 1990, and the resultant decision by the President to deploy land, air, and naval forces to protect Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates led, since August the 8th, 1990, to a steady, measured commitment of soldiers, sailors, airmen and supporting equipment to Southwest Asia. That commitment, which began approaching its apparent apex by early November, suddenly broadened on the 8th of that month when the President expanded the original defensive objective to entail the liberation of Kuwait. His policy addendum called for doubling the 200,000 men in Southwest Asia to about 400,000, and he gave Iraq a January the 15th, 1991 deadline to quit Kuwait or face massive military force. Overall American policy in this matter could, therefore, be considered roughly three-phased: one, the original defensive deployment of 200,000 strong, August 8-November 8, 1990; two, the reinforcement to attack strength of about 400,000, November 8, 1990, to January 15, 1991; and three, January 16, 1991, to February 27, 1991- war.
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  t55 gas turbine: All or Nothing Wayne Kuschel, 2012-09-26 After my retirement, decisions had to be made to exist in this society. Immediately after receiving my first official United States Air Force retirement check of $315.00, it wasn’t enough money to buy a toothpick to go with a glass of water, let alone enough change for a tip to leave for the waitress. The family and I talked freely of what had to be done to pay the basic bills. One consolation was that my wife was a qualified California Real Estate Broker, but that often didn’t provide enough money to buy a loaf of bread and butter to put on the table unless she closed some large real estate sales package. We had a give-and-take ordeal and had to weigh each option or requirement for funds. After researching all the choices of acceptable approaches, I elected to enter the electronics field using my VA education bill. My first step was to visit the Veterans’ Administration within the Los Angeles area. Many attempts were made because of changing government requirements on submission of required correspondence. Numerous forms had to be filled out correctly, because the amount of support would be based on the input information. So I lucked out for the maximum amount to be paid for attending.
  t55 gas turbine: Department of Defense Appropriations for ... United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations, 1970
T-54/T-55 - Wikipedia
From the late 1950s, the T-54 eventually became the main tank for armoured units of the Soviet Army, armies of the Warsaw Pact countries, and many others. T-54s and T-55s have been …

T-54/T-55 operators and variants - Wikipedia
The T-54/T-55 tank series is the most widely used tank in the world and has seen service in over 50 countries. It has also served as the platform for a wide variety of specialty armoured …

T-54/T-55 Main Battle Tank - inetres.com
The T-54/55 is a non-amphibious main battle tank built in the former Soviet Union, China (as type 59), Czechoslovakia and Poland. T-54/T-55 basic models have all-welded hulls divided into …

Everything To Know About The Soviet T-54/T-55 Tanks
Mar 10, 2024 · Upgraded T-54s/T-55s received explosive reactive armor for better protection, the capability to launch anti-tank guided missiles from the gun tube, and a better fire-control …

T-54 / T-55 Main Battle Tank - GlobalSecurity.org
While it was outgunned by its NATO rivals in the desert encounters of the Arab-Israeli wars, in the hands of skilled commanders the T-55 became the workhorse of local conflicts in the second …

T-55 | Weaponsystems.net
The T-55 is an early Cold War era main battle tank of Soviet origin. It is a produced improved T-54 that was produced in large numbers for Soviet forces. The T-55 is an iconic vehicle of the Cold …

T54/T55 Main Battle Tank - Federation of American Scientists
The T-55 combines a high velocity gun with exceptional long-range endurance. The T-55 has a fully tracked, five-road-wheeled chassis with a low-silhouetted hull and a dome shaped turret. …

T-55 - Army Recognition
May 4, 2025 · The T-55 is a Soviet-made main battle tank, a derivative of the T-54B, which was adopted for service in 1956 by the Russian armed forces. Developed by Nizhniy Tagil under …

T-54/T-55 Main Battle Tank - HowStuffWorks
Jun 9, 2023 · Find specifications for the T-54/T-55 Main Battle Tank below. Date of service: T-54, 1949; T-55, 1959 or 1960. Country: Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. Type: Main Battle …

The T-54/T-55 Tank Phenomenon: Redefining Armor in the Cold …
Mar 18, 2024 · Summary: During World War Two, the Soviet Union’s effective use of tank forces played a pivotal role in countering Nazi advances, culminating in significant victories such as …

T-54/T-55 - Wikipedia
From the late 1950s, the T-54 eventually became the main tank for armoured units of the Soviet Army, armies of the Warsaw Pact countries, and many others. T-54s and T-55s have been …

T-54/T-55 operators and variants - Wikipedia
The T-54/T-55 tank series is the most widely used tank in the world and has seen service in over 50 countries. It has also served as the platform for a wide variety of specialty armoured vehicles. …

T-54/T-55 Main Battle Tank - inetres.com
The T-54/55 is a non-amphibious main battle tank built in the former Soviet Union, China (as type 59), Czechoslovakia and Poland. T-54/T-55 basic models have all-welded hulls divided into …

Everything To Know About The Soviet T-54/T-55 Tanks
Mar 10, 2024 · Upgraded T-54s/T-55s received explosive reactive armor for better protection, the capability to launch anti-tank guided missiles from the gun tube, and a better fire-control system. …

T-54 / T-55 Main Battle Tank - GlobalSecurity.org
While it was outgunned by its NATO rivals in the desert encounters of the Arab-Israeli wars, in the hands of skilled commanders the T-55 became the workhorse of local conflicts in the second half...

T-55 | Weaponsystems.net
The T-55 is an early Cold War era main battle tank of Soviet origin. It is a produced improved T-54 that was produced in large numbers for Soviet forces. The T-55 is an iconic vehicle of the Cold …

T54/T55 Main Battle Tank - Federation of American Scientists
The T-55 combines a high velocity gun with exceptional long-range endurance. The T-55 has a fully tracked, five-road-wheeled chassis with a low-silhouetted hull and a dome shaped turret. The T …

T-55 - Army Recognition
May 4, 2025 · The T-55 is a Soviet-made main battle tank, a derivative of the T-54B, which was adopted for service in 1956 by the Russian armed forces. Developed by Nizhniy Tagil under the …

T-54/T-55 Main Battle Tank - HowStuffWorks
Jun 9, 2023 · Find specifications for the T-54/T-55 Main Battle Tank below. Date of service: T-54, 1949; T-55, 1959 or 1960. Country: Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. Type: Main Battle Tank. …

The T-54/T-55 Tank Phenomenon: Redefining Armor in the Cold …
Mar 18, 2024 · Summary: During World War Two, the Soviet Union’s effective use of tank forces played a pivotal role in countering Nazi advances, culminating in significant victories such as the …