Turbine Blade OEMs Seek Better Durability And Efficiency

MTU techs with engine

MTU is monitoring the trends in material development and will apply novel materials, such as ceramics, if they offer a good balance of improvement and maturity.

Credit: MTU
When it comes to jet engine time on wing, the maintenance status of the turbine blades lies at the heart of the matter. Engine OEMs have focused on increased durability of the blades, particularly those in the high-pressure turbine—mainly through improvements to blade materials. “In the past, some...

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