Rolls-Royce Derwent I

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:jet_engine
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:fighter_aircraft
gptkbp:combustion_chamber annular
gptkbp:compressor_type axial-flow
gptkbp:control_system gptkb:manual
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
gptkbp:diameter 3 ft 3 in
gptkbp:engine gptkb:military_aircraft
gptkb:Rolls-Royce_Derwent_series
produced in significant numbers
low bypass ratio
early jet technology
contributed to jet engine research
first British turbojet engine
paved the way for future jet engines
gptkbp:engine_configuration gptkb:Rolls-Royce
various modifications made over time
straight-through
gptkbp:engine_legacy_systems influenced future engine designs
gptkbp:engine_power high reliability
good performance for its time
gptkbp:engine_technical_data detailed technical specifications available.
gptkbp:engine_technology_transfer influenced other manufacturers
gptkbp:engine_type turbojet
multiple variants developed
compatible with various aircraft designs
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 1,200 lb
12 ft 6 in
3 ft 3 in
gptkbp:fuel_economy 0.8 lb/hp/hr
gptkbp:fuel_type kerosene
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Rolls-Royce Derwent I
gptkbp:impact significant impact on aviation
gptkbp:length 12 ft 6 in
gptkbp:maintenance relatively easy to maintain
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Rolls-Royce
gptkbp:max_speed 550 mph
gptkbp:operational_history gptkb:World_War_II
gptkbp:original_run 1943
gptkbp:power_output 3,500 hp
gptkbp:propulsion 3,500 lbf
gptkbp:service_entry gptkb:1944
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Rolls-Royce_Derwent_V
gptkbp:turbine_type single-stage
gptkbp:type gptkb:turbofan_engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:de_Havilland_Vampire
gptkbp:variant gptkb:Derwent_II
gptkbp:weight 1,200 lb
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Rolls-Royce_Derwent_series
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8