Abstract:
A method for cutting a blade root retention slot (24) in a turbine engine disk element (20) includes forming a precursor slot (24') in the element. The precursor slot (24') has first (40A, 41A, 42A, 44A, 45A) and second (40B, 41B, 42B, 44B, 45B) sidewalls and a base (46). A rotating bit (120) is passed through the precursor slot (24') to machine the base. The bit rotates about an axis (520) off normal to a direction (512) of passing. A cutting performance of the rotating bit (120) is modeled reflecting a chip trapping intensity parameter (cp) and a heat intensity parameter (HI). At least one parameter of the bit and its passing is selected so as to avoid tool loading where removed chips/swafs stick onto the bit.
Abstract:
One aspect of the disclosure involves a nib material comprising a polymeric matrix and carbon nanotubes in the matrix. In one or more embodiments of any of the foregoing embodiments, the matrix comprises a silicone. In one or more embodiments of any of the foregoing embodiments, the rub material is at least 1.0 mm thick. In one or more embodiments of any of the foregoing embodiments, the silicone is selected from the group consisting of dimethyl- and fluoro-silicone rubbers and their copolymers. In one or more embodiments of any of the foregoing embodiments, the carbon nanotubes at least locally have a concentration of 1 -20% by weight.
Abstract:
A turbomachine sealing component has: a substrate having circumferential surface; and a coating on the circumferential surface. The coating or a layer thereof is patterned to form circumferential sealing ridges.
Abstract:
One aspect of the disclosure involves a rub material comprising a polymeric matrix and polymer micro-balloon filler in the matrix. In one or more embodiments of any of the foregoing embodiments, the matrix comprises a silicone. In one or more embodiments of any of the foregoing embodiments, the rub material is at least I.0mm thick. In one or more embodiments of any of the foregoing embodiments, the silicone is selected from the group consisting of dimethyl- and fluoro-silicone rubbers and their copolymers. In one or more embodiments of any of the foregoing embodiments, the micro-balloons at least locally have a concentration of 5-50% by volume.
Abstract:
A disclosed method utilizes virtual representations of gear profiles produced in view of accuracies and capabilities of specific machine and tool combinations to validate profile finishing parameters. The virtual representations are utilized to identify modifications needed to account for process capability and are implemented into the process to change the nominal profile utilized for producing the finished gear profiles. The resulting nominal gear profile accounts for process variations and thereby provides a more accurate and repeatable gear tooth profile.
Abstract:
A method for manufacturing a fan blade shield having a sheath cavity made from a hard metal material is disclosed The method may comprise: performing a sheath cavity grinding step for the fan blade shield; and performing a sheath cavity bottom grinding step for the fan blade shield. A method for forming a fan blade is disclosed. The method may comprise: obtaining a fan blade body; obtaining a fan blade shield made from a hard metal material and having a sheath cavity match a leading edge of the fan blade body, the fan blade shield being obtained by a process comprising: performing a sheath cavity grinding step for the fan blade shield; and performing a sheath cavity bottom grinding step for the fan blade shield; and attaching the fan blade shield to the leading edge of the fan blade body to produce the fan blade.