Compare and contrast Pratt & Whitney’s geared turbofan engine to GE’s LEAP engine
You will write a 3-page report (not including title, abstract or bibliography pages) on ONE of the topics
listed below. This paper must be completed in current APA format and include 2 sources in addition to the
course text. Please see the attached grading rubric for specific grading policies and procedures.
Please write on ONE of the following topics:
Discuss afterburner theory and operations
Describe the development and advantages of the geared turbofan engine
Compare and contrast Pratt & Whitney’s geared turbofan engine to GE’s LEAP engine
Describe the development, usage, and advantages of the PT6 engine
Discuss the development of electronics for turbine engines (EEC, etc.)
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