Question 68Gas Turbine - Assistant Engineer

The correct answer is D) High frequency vibration. Accelerometers are used to detect and measure high frequency vibrations in gas turbine engines. These vibrations can indicate potential issues with the engine, such as imbalances in the rotor, bearing problems, or other mechanical issues. By monitoring these vibrations, engineers and maintenance personnel can identify potential problems early and take corrective action before more serious damage occurs. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the primary use of accelerometers in gas turbine engines. Accelerometers are not typically used to sense rate of rotor speed changes (A), gas generator speed with respect to power turbine speed (B), or PLARA rate limited feedback to the FSEE (C), which are more specialized measurements that may be taken using other types of sensors.