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turboshaft

turboshaft

7.9
Powered by an engine that uses hot gas to turn a shaft, used mainly in helicopters
  • adjective
  • /ˈtɜrbəˌʃæft/
  • Specialized
translation icon : turbina de eje
  • The new turboshaft helicopter can carry more passengers and uses less fuel.

Examples

  • A turboshaft powerplant is ideal for helicopters due to its high efficiency and reliability.

  • Engineers are testing a turboshaft design for the next generation of military aircraft.

  • The new turboshaft engine significantly improves helicopter performance.

  • Many modern aircraft use a turboshaft system for propulsion.

  • The latest turboshaft engines are designed to enhance the performance of military helicopters.

  • This model of helicopter incorporates a turboshaft architecture, providing greater efficiency and speed.

  • Many manufacturers are developing turboshaft engines specifically tailored for modern aerial applications.

Surface Forms

turboshaft positive

Morphology

turboshaft = shaft (semi-transparent) = turbo + shaft

The word is built from the combining form 'turbo-' and 'shaft', but the aviation-engine sense is somewhat technical rather than fully obvious.

Etymology

Turboshaft used as an adjective means 'powered by a turboshaft engine'. That shows the machine or aircraft uses a spinning-rod engine to drive its rotors or wheels.