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Author: Boomi Nathan

J. BoomiNathan is a writer at SenseCentral who specializes in making tech easy to understand. He covers mobile apps, software, troubleshooting, and step-by-step tutorials designed for real people—not just experts. His articles blend clear explanations with practical tips so readers can solve problems faster and make smarter digital choices. He enjoys breaking down complicated tools into simple, usable steps.

Aircraft Engines

The Axial Flow Compressor

An axial flow compressor (fig. 3-7 and fig. 3-8) consists of one or more rotor assemblies that carry…

July 20, 2021 · Boomi Nathan
Aircraft Engines

Impellers & Diffusers

Impeller 11. The impeller consists of a forged, disc with integral, radially disposed vanes on one or both…

July 20, 2021 · Boomi Nathan
Aircraft Engines

Compressors

1. In the gas turbine engine, compression of the air before expansion through the turbine is effected by…

July 20, 2021 · Boomi Nathan
Aircraft Engines

Changes in Velocity and Pressure

During the passage of the air through the engine, aerodynamic and energy requirements demand changes in its velocity…

July 20, 2021 · Boomi Nathan
Aircraft Engines

Working cycle and airflow

The gas turbine engine is essentially a heat engine using air as a working fluid to provide thrust.…

July 20, 2021 · Boomi Nathan
Aircraft Engines

Methods of Jet Propulsion

The types of jet engine, whether ram jet, pulse jet, rocket, gas turbine, turbo/ram jet or turbo-rocket, differ…

July 20, 2021 · Boomi Nathan
Aircraft Engines

Principles of Jet Propulsion

Jet propulsion is a practical application of Sir Isaac Newton’s third law of motion which states that, ‘for…

July 20, 2021 · Boomi Nathan
Aircraft Engines

Gas Turbine Engine

The development of the gas turbine engine as an aircraft power plant has been so rapid that it…

July 20, 2021 · Boomi Nathan
Aircraft Engines

Design of Jet Engines

It was made by analyzing common jet engines and figuring out the most suitable design for this project.…

July 20, 2021 · Boomi Nathan
Aircraft Engines

Combustion chamber

In the combustion chamber is where the combustion takes place. Here, heat is added to the jet engine…

July 20, 2021 · Boomi Nathan