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Aspects of TBC service experience in aero engines
Author(s) -
Siry Ch. W.,
Wanzek H.,
Dau C.P.
Publication year - 2001
Publication title -
materialwissenschaft und werkstofftechnik
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.285
H-Index - 38
eISSN - 1521-4052
pISSN - 0933-5137
DOI - 10.1002/1521-4052(200108)32:8<650::aid-mawe650>3.0.co;2-k
Subject(s) - thermal barrier coating , engineering , thermal protection , materials science , mechanical engineering , composite material , ceramic
The frame conditions to apply advanced materials technologies in aero engines are envisaged from view point of an aircraft operator and performer of allocated maintenance repair and overhaul activities. Main targets are the reliable operation of the parts, the steady ecological improvement during operation and the reduction on overall cost per flight hour based on increased knowledge. The application of Thermal Barrier Coatings (TBCs) may contribute to reach these goals. They may – for example – add to optimised operation by reducing fuel consumption and by protecting important engine parts. The principles of a long term engine parts operation and repair philosophy are outlined to clarify the property requirements for reliable engine operation. Typical TBC‐protected components within actually operated civil aero engines are described. Silicate deposition on a HTP Blade and erosive attack of TBC is introduced exemplarily. A repair sequence to counteract surface degradation is introduced.