18171533. TURBINE ENGINE WITH COMPOSITE AIRFOILS simplified abstract (General Electric Company)
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TURBINE ENGINE WITH COMPOSITE AIRFOILS
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Inventor(s)
Nicholas Joseph Kray of Mason OH (US)
Arthur William Sibbach of Boxford MA (US)
TURBINE ENGINE WITH COMPOSITE AIRFOILS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18171533 titled 'TURBINE ENGINE WITH COMPOSITE AIRFOILS
The abstract describes a turbine engine with composite airfoils arranged around the engine centerline, defining part of the rotor, and including leading edge protectors.
- Composite airfoils are used in the turbine engine.
- The composite airfoils are arranged around the engine centerline.
- The composite airfoils define at least a portion of the rotor.
- Each composite airfoil includes a composite portion with a leading edge and a trailing edge.
- Leading edge protectors are coupled to the composite portion.
Potential Applications: - Aerospace industry for aircraft engines - Power generation for gas turbines - Marine propulsion systems
Problems Solved: - Improved efficiency and performance of turbine engines - Enhanced durability and lifespan of airfoils - Reduced maintenance and operating costs
Benefits: - Increased fuel efficiency - Higher power output - Extended service life - Reduced maintenance requirements
Commercial Applications: Title: "Composite Airfoil Technology for Turbine Engines" This technology can be utilized in commercial aircraft, power plants, and marine vessels, offering improved performance and cost savings.
Questions about Composite Airfoil Technology: 1. How does the use of composite airfoils impact the efficiency of turbine engines? Composite airfoils improve efficiency by reducing weight and increasing durability, leading to better performance and fuel savings.
2. What are the potential challenges in implementing composite airfoils in turbine engines? Implementing composite airfoils may require changes in manufacturing processes and materials, as well as rigorous testing to ensure safety and reliability.
Original Abstract Submitted
A turbine engine with an engine core defining an engine centerline and comprising a rotor and a stator. The turbine engine including a set of composite airfoils circumferentially arranged about the engine centerline and defining at least a portion of the rotor. An airfoil in the set of composite airfoils including a composite portion extending chordwise between a composite leading edge and a trailing edge and a leading edge protector coupled to the composite portion.
