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Recirculation Air Cycle Environmental Control System for Helicopters
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Abstract
Environmental control systems for helicopters are desirable to increase comfort, promote cooling of electronic gear, and enhance pilot effectiveness. An optimized design is important to minimize weight, power extraction, and operating costs. This paper discusses a unique type of small, lightweight air cycle environmental control unit that has been developed specifically for helicopters. In comparison to other units, it offers the advantages of a lower power penalty, lower fuel energy and maintenance requirements, and increased reliability.
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Buss, L., "Recirculation Air Cycle Environmental Control System for Helicopters," SAE Technical Paper 760902, 1976, https://doi.org/10.4271/760902.Also In
References
- SAE Aerospace Applied Thermodynamics Manual 322
- Buss L. B. Dauer A. J. “Air Cycle Air Conditioning of Turbine Powered Helicopters.” ASME Publication
- Data provided by Bell Helicopter, Environmental Control Group, for the installed performance of the Allison 250-C20 engine