Accession Number:

AD0875839

Title:

A Critique of Turbine Engine Development Policy,

Descriptive Note:

Corporate Author:

RAND CORP SANTA MONICA CA

Personal Author(s):

• Pinkel, B.
• Nelson, J. R.

Report Date:

1970-04-01

Pagination or Media Count:

66.0

Abstract:

A review is given of R and D procedures and funding practices with suggestions for upgrading performance in the development of turbine engines. Included in a wide ranging analysis of the R and D process are proposal for 1 better control and more funds for research and exploratory development, 2 limits to development toward model qualification of Advanced Turbine Engine Gas Generator ATEGG cores, 3 alteration of the current practice of demonostration engine tests in the advanced development stage by adopting commensurate precursor programs, 4 adequate wind tunnel and altitude testing to mitigate the likelihood of costly mismatches between engine and airframe in programs proceeding from advanced development to operational system development. Author

Descriptors:

• (*AIRCRAFT ENGINES
• PRODUCTION)
• GAS TURBINES
• SCHEDULING
• JET ENGINES
• MANAGEMENT PLANNING AND CONTROL
• PLANNING
• AIR FORCE PROCUREMENT
• AIR FORCE BUDGETS

Subject Categories:

• Jet and Gas Turbine Engines

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE