reaction turbine

Other forms: reaction turbines

Definitions of reaction turbine
  1. noun
    a turbine with blades arranged to develop torque from gradual decrease of steam pressure from inlet to exhaust
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    type of:
    turbine
    rotary engine in which the kinetic energy of a moving fluid is converted into mechanical energy by causing a bladed rotor to rotate
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