Glossary
What are transonic airfoils, and what is the active clearance control? Check out our technical dictionary and find out more about engine technology terms – from active clearance control to velocity triangle.
Thermal barrier coatings
Thermal efficiency
Thermal spraying
Thrust class
Thrust-to-weight ratio
Total stage efficiency
Transonic airfoils
Turbine
Turbine engine
Turbofan engine
Turbojet engine
Turboprop engine
Turboshaft engine
Total stage efficiency
The total stage efficiency is the ratio between effective and reversible stage work under adiabatic flow conditions in the stage.
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