Abc Of The Gas Turbine

Uses animation , diagrams, and colorful models to explain principles of the gas turbine. Shows the components, configuration, and operation of a basic engine as well as some of the specialized engine forms: turbojet, fan jet, turboprop and turbo shaft, which have applications in helicopters and fixed wing aircraft.

Through animation, film clearly demonstrates how the gas turbine engine converts heat energy into mechanical energy. Explains the turbojet engine and shows the advances made in industry and transportation using this engine.