#1
Which component is responsible for compressing incoming air in a gas turbine engine?
Turbine
Compressor
Combustor
Exhaust nozzle
#2
What is the purpose of the combustor in a gas turbine engine?
To compress incoming air
To mix fuel with compressed air and ignite the mixture
To direct exhaust gases
To cool the engine components
#3
Which component of a gas turbine engine is responsible for converting thermal energy into mechanical energy?
Compressor
Combustor
Turbine
Exhaust nozzle
#4
In a jet engine, what is the primary function of the turbine?
To compress incoming air
To ignite the fuel-air mixture
To extract energy from the high-velocity exhaust gases
To direct exhaust gases
#5
What is the purpose of the nozzle in a jet engine?
To compress incoming air
To mix fuel with compressed air and ignite the mixture
To direct exhaust gases
To regulate the speed and direction of exhaust gases
#6
What is the purpose of a variable stator in a gas turbine engine compressor?
To regulate the speed of the engine
To compress incoming air
To direct exhaust gases
To control the airflow by adjusting the angle of the blades
#7
In a turboprop engine, what is the function of the reduction gearbox?
To compress incoming air
To reduce the speed of the turbine for driving the propeller
To direct exhaust gases
To increase the speed of the turbine
#8
What is the function of the afterburner in a jet engine?
To compress incoming air
To mix fuel with compressed air and ignite the mixture
To increase thrust by burning additional fuel in the exhaust stream
To direct exhaust gases
#9
Which term describes the phenomenon where the compressor stalls in a gas turbine engine?
Flameout
Surge
Backfire
Vapor lock
#10
Which type of turbine engine is commonly used in commercial airliners?
Turbojet
Turbofan
Turboprop
Ramjet
#11
What is the primary advantage of a geared turbofan engine over a traditional turbofan engine?
Increased fuel efficiency
Higher thrust-to-weight ratio
Lower manufacturing cost
Reduced noise emissions
#12
What is the purpose of the afterburner in a jet engine?
To compress incoming air
To mix fuel with compressed air and ignite the mixture
To direct exhaust gases
To increase thrust by burning additional fuel in the exhaust stream
#13
What is the primary purpose of the thrust reverser in an aircraft engine?
To increase forward thrust
To decrease fuel consumption
To redirect thrust forward to assist in braking after landing
To enhance maneuverability
#14
In a turbojet engine, where is the majority of thrust generated?
Compressor
Turbine
Combustor
Nozzle
#15
What is the purpose of a variable-area nozzle in a jet engine?
To compress incoming air
To mix fuel with compressed air and ignite the mixture
To direct exhaust gases
To control the exit area and optimize thrust at different speeds