Functional design features of gas turbine engines for unmanned aerial vehicles

Abstract

The paper presents classification and results of military unmanned aerial vehicles application scena-rios investigation, which determine gas turbine engine concept. Article demonstrates analysis of main features and design experience of gas turbine engines for disposable unmanned aerial vehicles. Authors developed algorithms for weight and life cycle costs evaluation of disposable gas turbine engines for military unmanned aerial vehicles on conceptual design stage. Main results of methods and tools approbation are presented.