Affiliation:
1. Aerospace System Engineering, University of Science and Technology, Gajeong-Ro 217, Yuseong-Gu, Daejeon 34113, Republic of Korea
2. Aeropropulsion Research Division, Korea Aerospace Research Institute, Gwahak-Ro 169-84, Yuseong-Gu, Daejeon 34133, Republic of Korea
Abstract
The objective of this study is to implement a more realistic integrated analysis model for micro gas turbines by incorporating secondary flow and combustion efficiency into the existing model, which includes main engine components such as the compressor and turbine, and to validate this model by comparing it with test results. The study was based on the JetCat P300-RX, which has a maximum thrust level of 300 N. Simulations were performed using ANSYS CFX, employing the κ-ω SST turbulence model and a mixing plane interface between individual components. The eddy dissipation model (EDM), with a combustion efficiency of 90%, was used as the combustion model. A user subroutine was also applied for the power matching of the compressor and turbine to calculate the fuel flow rate in each iteration. For secondary flow, it was assumed that 3% of the total air flow rate would flow through the secondary path and be applied to the compressor and turbine. Simulations were conducted over a range of 30,000 to 104,000 RPM, with ground conditions evaluated, including altitude-simulated conditions. To validate the analysis model, engine performance metrics such as pressure ratio, air flow rate, fuel flow rate, and exhaust gas temperature (EGT) were compared with test results. The results demonstrated that errors were less than 5% for most engine performance metrics, except for EGT and fuel flow. The discrepancy in EGT was attributed to differences in the sensing methods, while the variation in fuel flow was found to be due to the lubrication system and losses due to the secondary air flow. Consequently, this study confirmed that the integrated simulation model accurately predicts engine performance. The results indicate that the integrated simulation model provides a more realistic prediction of overall engine performance compared to previous studies. Therefore, it can evaluate detailed thermo-fluid properties without the need for component performance maps, enhancing performance evaluation and analysis.
Funder
Korea Research Institute for Defense Technology Planning and Advancement
Defense Acquisition Program Administration
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