Off-design adjustment strategies and internal flow mechanisms of novel locally adjustable-thickness turbines in variable cycle engine system

Key Points

• Off-design adjustment strategies improve turbine performance under varying operational conditions, enhancing efficiency and responsiveness.
• Key metrics show a significant increase in internal flow efficiency, optimizing energy use across engine cycles and environments.
• Observational analysis of novel turbine designs in variable cycle engines demonstrates the influence of internal flow mechanisms on overall performance.
• Findings underscore the potential for adjustable-thickness turbines to optimize engine operations, though further design refinements may be necessary.