Flow Measurement Device.
Abstract
A device is described for measuring fuel flow to a power plant such as a turbo fan engine with a very high degree of accuracy, for example, + or - 0.5%. A tubular flow loop having quick disconnect fittings for detachably connecting the loop between the aircraft fuel system outlet and the engine fuel inlet is disclosed. Two specially calibrated mass flow transmitters are arranged in series, each preceded by a straight section of piping having a preferred given length to diameter ratio. Preceding each of the two straight pipe sections is a honeycomb flow straightener and three in-series perforated plates for removing any effects of upstream flow characteristics from the transmitters.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 17, 1984
- Accession Number
- ADD011432
Entities
People
- T. C. Chandler
Organizations
- United States Department of the Air Force