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Kramer, J. J.

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NASA NTRS1979

Technology - The essential base

Establishing the technology base for building a strong viable space program is a complex systems problem which demands continuous attention with full recognition of the dynamic state of the environment in which we operate. In the present paper, an attempt is made to outline, in a condensed form, NASA's approach to selecting those technologies which deserve to be pursued and ensuring that the probability of selecting the right technologies is maximized.

Kramer, J. J.↗
NASA NTRS1978

Planning a new era in air transport efficiency

The current status of the NASA Aircraft Energy Efficiency (ACEE) program is briefly reviewed with reference to CTOL aircraft. Attention is given to four basic technologies: turboprop, advanced aerodynamics and active controls, laminar flow control, and composites.

Kramer, J. J.↗
NASA NTRS1978

Overview of NASA CTOL program

Technology generated by NASA and specifically oriented toward advanced commercial air transport is reviewed. Results of the Aircraft Energy Efficiency program and of related disciplinary areas are reported. The CTOL research efforts are put into perspective relative to the total NASA aeronautics program.

Kramer, J. J.↗
NASA NTRS1978

NASA plans and programs in support of integrated ATC development

Consideration is given to the following areas in which NASA may contribute to the technology of an advanced national aviation system: (1) quiet, safe, fuel-efficient aircraft; (2) low-cost, reliable, digital avionics; (3) integrated controls technology; (4) human factors in civil and general aviation; (5) aircraft system technology validation and demonstration; and (6) satellite systems technology applications. Such specific projects as the Terminal Configured Vehicle, the Global Positioning System, and the Search and Rescue Satellite System are described.

Kramer, J. J.↗
NASA NTRS1976

Improving aircraft energy efficiency

Investigations conducted by a NASA task force concerning the development of aeronautical fuel-conservation technology are considered. The task force estimated the fuel savings potential, prospects for implementation in the civil air-transport fleet, and the impact of the technology on air-transport fuel use. Propulsion advances are related to existing engines in the fleet, to new production of current engine types, and to new engine designs. Studies aimed at the evolutionary improvement of aerodynamic design and a laminar flow control program are discussed and possibilities concerning the use of composite structural materials are examined.

Povinelli, F. P.↗
NASA NTRS1972

NASA aircraft engine noise research.

NASA research and development work on the noise of aircraft engines suitable for use on conventional take-off and landing subsonic cruise airplanes is reviewed. The work discussed was part of the NASA Quiet Engine program. Salient results in the areas of fan, jet and complete propulsion system noise are presented and briefly discussed.

Kramer, J. J.↗
NASA NTRS1972

The NASA quiet engine program.

The NASA quiet engine program will incorporate all available noise-reduction technology into a propulsion system suitable for subsonic civil transport aircraft. Full-scale experimental hardware is being built and tested primarily for noise performance. The program is in process, and component and engine tests to date indicate that it is possible to achieve or exceed noise reduction objectives of 15-20 PNdB below the levels of 707/DC-8 long-range transport aircraft.

Kramer, J. J.↗
NASA NTRS1972

The NASA quiet engine program

Initial studies on the design and testing of the quiet engine are described. The principal noise sources considered in the engine selection were the fan machinery noise and the fan and core jet noise. Nacelle acoustic linings are also mentioned. Fan and engine tests are discussed briefly and results indicate that it is possible to achieve or exceed noise reduction objectives of 15 to 20 PNdb below the levels of 707/DC-8 long-range transport aircraft.

Kramer, J. J.↗
NASA NTRS1972

Fan noise and performance

Tradeoffs between aerodynamic and acoustic properties of various fan configurations led to the selection of a variety of fans that produce noise levels in the range of 100 to 120 PNdb. Fan configuration and design pressure ratio required for specific mission operations depend in part on the type of mission to be performed. Noise data obtained for single-stage low speed fans, single-stage high speed fans, and two-stage fan engines are presented in table form.

Kramer, J. J.↗
NASA NTRS1971

The NASA Quiet Engine Programme.

Discussion of the experimental Quiet Engine developed under the NASA program to reduce jet aircraft noise levels. The current status of the program is given as follows: Aerodynamic evaluation of the three fans is complete and their acoustic evaluation is partially complete. Tests of fan casing boundary-layer section and of serrated leading edges on the half-scale B fan are complete and are underway on the half-scale C fan. Tests of the first engine with the A fan began in August 1971.

Kramer, J. J.↗
NASA NTRS1971

The NASA Quiet Engine.

The NASA Quiet Engine Program will incorporate all available noise-reduction technology into a propulsion system suitable for subsonic civil transport aircraft. Full-scale experimental hardware is being built and tested primarily for noise performance. The program is in process, and component tests to date indicate that it is possible to achieve or exceed noise reduction objectives of 15-20 PNdB below the levels of 707/DC-8 long-range transport aircraft.

Kramer, J. J.↗
NASA NTRS1971

Noise reduction

Sources and characteristics of aircraft noise for conventional and V/STOL aircraft

Chestnutt, D.↗
NASA NTRS1971

The NASA quiet engine

Application of noise reduction technology to design of propulsion system for subsonic civil transport aircraft

Kramer, J. J.↗