Axial compressors are critical components in aero-engines and industrial gas turbines, where blade vibration and aerodynamics are inextricably linked to performance and safety. Current research has ...
The Federal Aviation Administration has taken action in response to several instances of International Aero Engines (IAE) V2500 turbofans suffering high-pressure compressor blade failures. The agency ...
The flight crew of a Boeing 747-400 noticed a pronounced EGT exceedance after leveling off at FL380 followed by vibrations that were outside of specified limits. Post-incident investigation revealed ...