Implementation of a one-dimensional simulator for turboprop engines

This thesis presents the development of a one-dimensional (1D) simulation model for a turboprop engine, aimed at analyzing and predicting engine performance under various operating conditions. The model focuses initially on design point analysis, relying on a limited set of performance parameters and technical data extracted from the manufacturer's documentation. To validate the model, a comprehensive off-design performance analysis is conducted, with particular emphasis on the thermodynamic behavior during the takeoff phase. The modeling process is implemented entirely in MATLAB, leveraging the GasTurb software to obtain and rescale compressor and turbine maps for integration into the simulation. These scaled maps serve as the basis for the off-design cycle computation, ensuring the model's responsiveness to variations in operating conditions. Further validation is performed through consistency checks against known component geometries and the expected trends in compressor and turbine performance maps. The final outcome demonstrates the model’s capability to accurately reproduce key performance metrics and highlights its potential as a preliminary design and analysis tool for turboprop engine applications.