The effect of slot width on aerodynamic performance of compressor cascade was studied numerically.The result shows that slot outlet jet on the suction surface can blow off the boundary layer flow on the trailing edge of blade;and all the flow control solutions using blade slot treatment
though of different slot widths
can enhance cascade performance.Corresponding to the maximum enhancement of cascade performance
an optimal slot width exists.As the slot width increases
jet flow and effect area are increased
but the flow loss at the slot outlet also increases.Therefore
the effect of jet is reduced and the performance of cascade with large slot width drops.