This page contains an interactive Java applet to explore the various factors which affect the jet engine performance. All of the information presented by the applet are available within the Beginner's Guide to Propulsion. You should start with the slide describing the gas turbine engine.

Button to Display Propulsion Index Button to Download a Copy of the Program

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byTom Benson
Please send suggestions/corrections to: benson@grc.nasa.gov