Which of the following statements is true concerning the turbine shown in the illustration? Illustration SE-0016
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — A steam deflector is provided between the astern element and the ahead stages of the LP turbine.
A steam deflector partition separates the ahead and astern sections inside the low-pressure turbine casing. This prevents operational steam friction losses, windage heating, and destructive thermal interference between opposing blade sets.
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