Rolls-Royce B81

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf aircraft engine
gptkbp:aircraft compatible with various airframes
gptkbp:application commercial aviation
gptkbp:certifications EASA_certified
gptkbp:competitors gptkb:General_Electric_CF6
gptkbp:construction_cost £10 million
gptkbp:constructionMaterial advanced alloys
gptkbp:controls gptkb:full_authority_digital_engine_control_(FADEC)
gptkbp:coolingSystem air-cooled
fan cooling
gptkbp:customerBase international airlines
gptkbp:customerService global support network
gptkbp:design_feature modular design
gptkbp:diameter 2.5 m
1.2 m
gptkbp:emissionsStandard compliant_with_ICAO_standards
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Rolls-Royce_RB.211-22B
modular assembly
gptkbp:engineConfiguration twin-spool
gptkbp:engineType axial
high bypass ratio
air start
gptkbp:environmental_impact reduced emissions
gptkbp:firstRace 1960
gptkbp:fuel_capacity high
0.8 kg/kN·h
gptkbp:fuelType gptkb:Jet_A-1
dual fuel system
gptkbp:hasArea extensive testing conducted
gptkbp:historical_significance pioneered turbofan technology
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Rolls-Royce B81
gptkbp:influence influenced modern turbofan designs
gptkbp:innovation quiet operation
gptkbp:inspiration military applications
gptkbp:is_used_in gptkb:Boeing_707
gptkbp:legacy influenced future designs
gptkbp:length 3.5 m
gptkbp:maintenance 5,000 hours
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Rolls-Royce_Holdings
gptkbp:market_segment wide-body aircraft
gptkbp:noise_level low
gptkbp:notable_feature high efficiency
gptkbp:number_of_stages 5
gptkbp:operational_status retired
gptkbp:operationalRange high_altitude
gptkbp:partnerships collaborations with airlines
gptkbp:performances long
high reliability
reliable
gptkbp:produces 1,500
gptkbp:productionYears 1960-1975
gptkbp:propulsion 80 kN
gptkbp:related_engine gptkb:Rolls-Royce_RB.163
gptkbp:serviceType 1965
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Rolls-Royce_RB211
gptkbp:team Rolls-Royce_engineers
gptkbp:training engine maintenance training offered
gptkbp:type turbofan engine
gptkbp:weight 1,200 kg