Rolls-Royce Derwent IV

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:jet_engine
gptkbp:combustor_type annular combustor
gptkbp:compressor_type axial compressor
gptkbp:control_system manual control
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
gptkbp:diameter 3 ft 3 in
gptkbp:engine gptkb:military_aircraft
air start
influenced future jet engine designs
early turbojet technology
developed during World War II
pioneering jet engine technology
gptkbp:engine_achievements first British turbojet engine to enter service.
gptkbp:engine_configuration British design
straight-through
gptkbp:engine_dimensions 12 ft 6 in length, 3 ft 3 in diameter
gptkbp:engine_materials aluminum and steel
gptkbp:engine_power high performance for its time
reliable engine
3,500 lbf thrust
gptkbp:engine_technology_advancement advancement in jet propulsion technology
gptkbp:engine_type compatible with various aircraft designs
Derwent I, II, III, IV, V
gptkbp:engine_uses used in early jet fighters
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1944
gptkbp:fuel_economy 0.8 lb/hp/hr
gptkbp:fuel_type kerosene
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Rolls-Royce Derwent IV
gptkbp:ignition_system spark plug ignition
gptkbp:impact significant impact on aviation history
gptkbp:length 12 ft 6 in
gptkbp:maintenance periodic maintenance required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Rolls-Royce
gptkbp:noise_level high noise level
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
gptkbp:operational_history used in British military aircraft
gptkbp:propulsion 3,500 lbf
2.92:1
gptkbp:retirement_year gptkb:1955
gptkbp:service_entry gptkb:1944
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Rolls-Royce_Derwent_V
gptkbp:turbine_type single-stage turbine
gptkbp:type gptkb:turbofan_engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:de_Havilland_Vampire
gptkbp:weight 1,200 lb
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Rolls-Royce_Derwent_series
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8