This program computes the thermodynamic performance of several common aeroengine cycles using standard descriptions of fuel types and atmospheric parameters.
Data input screen

Effect of parameter variations on cycle performance screen

Results, change in specific thrust with maximum cycle temperature (T3*) and compression ratio (piC)

Results, change in specific fuel consumption with maximum cycle temperature (T3*) and compression ratio (piC)

The program is freely available for download. Unpack cycle.zip somewhere on a Windows 3.1 or later system.
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