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Jet Engine
An engine that produces thrust by expelling a high-velocity jet of fluid, typically hot exhaust gases, often used to power aircraft.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
A reaction engine that generates thrust by expelling a high-velocity jet of fluid, primarily hot combustion gases, through a nozzle, encompassing turbojets, turbofans, turboprops, and ramjets, widely used for aircraft propulsion.
BACKGROUND
The British Aerospace 146 is a short-haul and regional airliner that was manufactured in the United Kingdom by British Aerospace, later part of BAE Systems. Production ran from 1983 until 2001. Production figures include the Avro RJ, an improved version from Avro International Aerospace, a subsidiary of BAE Systems. Production for the Avro RJ version began in 1992. The Avro RJX, a further-improved version with new engines, was announced in 1997, but only two prototypes and one production aircraft were built before all production ceased in 2001. With 387 aircraft produced, the Avro RJ/BAe 146 is the most successful British civil jet airliner programme.
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- Turbine Engine
- Turbojet
- Turbofan
- Ramjet
USAGE NOTE
Modern commercial aircraft predominantly use turbofan jet engines for their efficiency and power.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Jet Engine.
A world-leading provider of jet engines, components and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft.
A global power systems company that designs, manufactures, and services engines for a wide range of civil and military aircraft.
A division of Raytheon Technologies, specializing in the design, manufacture, and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units for commercial, military, and business aviation.
An international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Through its subsidiaries like Safran Aircraft Engines, it is a major developer of jet engines.
Germany's leading engine manufacturer and a firm fixture in the international aircraft engine industry, involved in the development, manufacturing, and servicing of civil and military aero engines.
Provides a wide range of aerospace products and services, including auxiliary power units (APUs) that function as small jet engines, and various propulsion system components for aircraft.
The U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration conducts extensive research and development in advanced aeronautical propulsion systems, including those for future jet and high-speed air-breathing engines, at centers like Glenn Research Center.