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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:turbofan_engine
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gptkbp:application
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gptkb:helicopter
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gptkbp:average_temperature
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high turbine inlet temperature
up to 1,000 ° F
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gptkbp:compression_ratio
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8:1
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gptkbp:compressor_type
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centrifugal compressor
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gptkbp:configuration
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twin-spool
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gptkbp:control_system
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gptkb:full_authority_digital_engine_control_(FADEC)
advanced control systems used
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gptkbp:cooling_system
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air-cooled
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gptkbp:design_features
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modular design
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gptkbp:design_purpose
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designed for helicopters
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gptkbp:diameter
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approximately 14 in
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gptkbp:emissions_standard
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low emissions for a turbo-shaft engine
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gptkbp:engine
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Brayton cycle
T53 family of engines
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gptkbp:engine_configuration
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horizontal configuration
mounts on helicopter frame
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gptkbp:engine_power
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variable speed operation
up to 5,000 hours
excellent performance in various conditions
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gptkbp:engine_type
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turbo-shaft
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gptkbp:exhaust_system
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single exhaust
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gptkbp:first_flight
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gptkb:1960
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gptkbp:fuel_economy
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0.5 lb/hp/hr
high efficiency for its class
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gptkbp:fuel_type
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gptkb:Jet_A
dual fuel system
hydromechanical fuel control
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gptkbp:history
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developed in the late 1950s
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Lycoming T53-L-23
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gptkbp:ignition_system
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dual ignition system
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gptkbp:is_tested_for
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extensively tested before production
state-of-the-art testing facilities used.
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gptkbp:launch_platform
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starter-generator
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gptkbp:length
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approximately 40 in
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gptkbp:maintenance
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500 hours
easy maintenance access
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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gptkb:Lycoming_Engines
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gptkbp:market
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military and civilian markets
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gptkbp:material
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lightweight materials used
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gptkbp:max_speed
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30,000 rpm
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gptkbp:noise_level
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low noise levels
low vibration levels
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gptkbp:operational_history
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widely used in the Vietnam War
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gptkbp:power_output
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1,400 shp
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gptkbp:propulsion
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3.5:1
4.67 hp/lb
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gptkbp:regulatory_compliance
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FAA certified
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gptkbp:reliability
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high reliability
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gptkbp:service_entry
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gptkb:1961
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gptkbp:turbine_type
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free turbine
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gptkbp:type
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gptkb:turbofan_engine
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gptkbp:used_in
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gptkb:Bell_UH-1_Iroquois
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gptkbp:variant
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T53-L-13
T53-L-703
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gptkbp:weight
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approximately 300 lb
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Lycoming_T53-L-13
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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7
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