Essays about: "Thermal fatigue"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 51 essays containing the words Thermal fatigue.
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1. Effect of temperature on early stage adhesion during TiAlN sliding against Inconel 718 and Stainless steel 316L : High temperature tribology
University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematikAbstract : High-performance materials such as stainless steels and nickel based super alloys are widely used in demanding applications where high mechanical and thermal properties are required. The applications of super alloys are mainly found in jet engines, power plants and gas turbines demanding high fatigue strength, corrosion and oxidation resistance as well as wear resistant properties. READ MORE
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2. High Temperature Tribology of Exhaust Components in Alternative Fuel Engines
University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematikAbstract : Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) exhaust components are exposed to extreme operating temperatures. Thus, it is necessary that they are designed with materials that can sustain thermal and vibrational stresses. READ MORE
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3. Environmental Barrier Coatings to protect Ceramic Matrix Composites in next-generation jet engines
University essay from Högskolan Väst/Institutionen för ingenjörsvetenskapAbstract : Gas turbine engine efficiency needs to be raised in order to decrease fuel consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and expenses. Efficiency may be improved in two ways: by reducing engine weight and raising intake temperatures. READ MORE
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4. MODELLING OF HEAT TRANSFER OF RAILWAY SWITCH HEATING
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : Switches and crossings are vital components of the railway network. Obstacles to the smooth functioning of these components could result in delays and network traffic. Given the geographical location of Sweden, snow is one of the major obstacles for the switches. READ MORE
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5. Methodology for analysis of vibration isolating systems
University essay from Linköpings universitet/Mekanik och hållfasthetsläraAbstract : Vibration causes problems in many kinds of machinery including fighter aircraft. It can, for example, cause structural fatigue, malfunction in equipment and injuries to humans. The sources of vibration are engines, flow disturbance and separation of external loads, to mention some. READ MORE