T53 and T55 Gas Turbine Combustor and Engine Exhaust Emission Measurements
Abstract
The purpose of the present tests was to evaluate gas turbine engines and combustors from a pollutant standpoint and compare the results with the current state of the art. Extensive tests were made to determine the gaseous exhaust emission characteristics of both a T53-L-13A and a T55-L-11A Lycoming gas turbine engine. In addition, the combustor for each engine was tested separately under laboratory conditions simulating engine operation, with similar measurements of gaseous emissions. Data were analyzed for the full range of engine power operation for CO, hydrocarbons, NO, NOx, and CO2, and for smoke. Samples were taken with six-point traversing probes, with a single-point traversing probe, and with multiorifice averaging-type probes. Extensive profile data plotted along diameters of the engine exhaust, around the circumference of the combustor exit plane, and as isopleth maps are presented.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1973
- Accession Number
- AD0778769
Entities
People
- Brian W. Doyle
- Philip M. Rubins