The F-16 main engine inflight restart capability would be greatly enhanced by utilizing a Super integrated Power Unit (SIPU). Because the available starter power remains constant at all altitudes, the engine can be motored at relatively high rotative speeds, providing for rapid acceleration to a self sustaining condition after relight. This reduced start time plus a multiple start capability, reduces altitude loss and increases safety during combat. The SIPU concept expands the airstart window and allows the pilot to assume a best range flight attitude which increases both time and range by up to 35 % in the event the engine is not able to start. (Author)
Improvements in F-16 engine restart capability with a SIPU (Super Integrated Power Unit)
Verbesserungen im Antrieb des amerikanischen Jaegers F16 bezogen auf die Nachstartkapazitaet mit dem SIPU-System
US Government Reports ; Dec ; 1-42
1982
42 Seiten
Report
Englisch
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