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Open for business: with an eye on next-generation engines, CFMI revives past open-rotor work

Authors :
Wall, Robert
Mecham, Michael
Source :
Aviation Week & Space Technology. Feb 25, 2008, Vol. 168 Issue 8, p39, 2 p.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

CFM International (CFMI), the joint venture between General Electric and Snecma is carrying out research on open-rotor and counterrotating fan technology. The research follows a demand from airlines for greater fuel-burn improvements.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00052175
Volume :
168
Issue :
8
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Aviation Week & Space Technology
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.176648984