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Serj
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I don't quite understand how it is supposed to work. How do you determine what the flame holder is supposed to look like ,where to put the holes, and how big the holes should be? What are the physics and equations for it?
Serj said:I don't quite understand how it is supposed to work. How do you determine what the flame holder is supposed to look like ,where to put the holes, and how big the holes should be? What are the physics and equations for it?
brewnog said:But, if you insist... They're not equations...
Flameholders are components inside a jet engine that help to stabilize and control the combustion process by creating a recirculation zone for the fuel and air mixture.
Flameholders work by creating a turbulent flow within the combustion chamber, which helps to mix the fuel and air more thoroughly. This results in a more efficient and stable combustion process.
Flameholders are crucial for jet engines because they help to prevent flameout, which is when the flame in the combustion chamber goes out. This can cause the engine to stall, leading to a loss of thrust and potentially a dangerous situation for the aircraft.
Flameholders are typically made from high-temperature resistant materials such as ceramics or metal alloys. These materials can withstand the extreme heat and pressure inside a jet engine and maintain their shape and function.
Flameholders are designed using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and then tested in controlled environments, such as wind tunnels or test rigs. This allows engineers to optimize the shape and placement of the flameholder for maximum performance and efficiency.