The 6 MW class Allison 501-KH gas turbine was introduced to the industrial power generation market in the mid-1980s as a low risk modification of the 501-KB engine. The aero-derivative and industrial background of the 501-KB engine is discussed along with the 501-KH product definition and product description. The results of the development, and production 501-KH engines are presented, including performance testing and customer operation. In addition, near term improvement plans for the 501-KH and a boosted version are outlined.
A fuel control system for a prototype gas turbine with recuperator is described. The electronic fuel control was designed with the aid of a hybrid simulator. Its performance is verified on the bench test for a 600-bhp gas turbine engine with recuperator. Prediction of vehicle behavior and transmission requirements were made for a heavy-duty, 32-ton dump truck equipped wtih the 600-bhp gas turbine engine.
Industrial Gas Turbine Engine Catalytic Pilot Combustor-Prototype Testing