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Thrust reversal

constructed from heat-resisting materials and are of connected by linkages to the external movable
particularly robust construction. (translating) cowl, which is mounted on rollers and
tracks. Because the thrust reverser is not subjected
23. The cold stream thrust reverser casing (fig. 15-
7) is fitted between the low pressure compressor to high temperatures, the casing, blocker doors and
casing and the cold stream final nozzle. Cascade cowl are constructed mainly of aluminium alloys or
vane assemblies are arranged in segments around composite materials. The cowl is double-skinned,
the circumference of the thrust reverser casing. with the space between the skins containing noise
Blocker doors are internally mounted and are absorbent material (Part 19).

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