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Advances in Ejector Thrust Augmentation

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Recent Advances in Aerodynamics

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The additional thrust required to give an aircraft V/STOL capability may be obtained by diverting the engine exhaust flow through a thrust augmenting ejector. Entrainment by the primary jet induces a flow of air through the ejector duct, thereby increasing the thrust of the jet. Progress in developing a theory of ejector operation, and related efforts in modelling and prediction will be summarized. Studies of turbulent mixing and duct design which have resulted in improvements in ejector performance will also be described. Finally, research problems of current interest and the likely direction of future airplane programs will be discussed.

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  1. Rockwell International Corporation, Columbus, OH, 43216, USA

    Paul M. Bevilaqua

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  1. Department of Mechanical Engineering FAMU/FSU College of Engineering, The Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL, 32306, USA

    Anjaneyulu Krothapalli

  2. NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA, 94035, USA

    Charles A. Smith

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Bevilaqua, P.M. (1986). Advances in Ejector Thrust Augmentation. In: Krothapalli, A., Smith, C.A. (eds) Recent Advances in Aerodynamics. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4612-4972-6_10

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